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research Plant cell culture as emerging technology for production of active cosmetic ingredients

67 citations , June 2018 in “Engineering in Life Sciences”

This review discusses advancements in plant cell culture technology for producing potent natural cosmetic ingredients and reports no new experimental results.

Hair Cosmetic Ingredients from Symbiont Bacteria Xylocarpus sp. Fruit Based on Antimicrobial and Antifungal Properties

research Hair cosmetic ingredients from the symbiont bacteria Xylocarpus sp. fruit are based on antimicrobial and antifungal bacteria

1 citations , January 2024 in “Journal of applied pharmaceutical science”

This study investigated bacterial isolates from Xylocarpus sp. mangrove fruit and found that these symbiotic bacteria exhibit antibacterial, antifungal, and hair follicle growth properties, suggesting potential applications in the cosmetic bioindustry, particularly for treating alopecia.

research Fenugreek as a Versatile Cosmetic Ingredient: Phytochemical Profile, Skin–Hair Benefits and Formulation Opportunities

February 2026 in “Cosmetics”

This review highlights that Trigonella foenum-graecum L. (fenugreek) shows promise as a versatile plant-based ingredient in cosmetics due to its phytochemicals, which offer benefits for skin and hair care, although further research is necessary for robust validation.

research FUTURE TRENDS IN HERBAL COSMETICS CONTAINING SEVERAL INGREDIENTS

March 2024

This chapter provides an overview of diverse herbal substances used in cosmetics, noting their popularity due to perceived safety over synthetic components, and their roles as antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, antiseptics, antibacterials, and in enhancing hair and skin health.

research Novel complex of cosmetic ingredients with promising action in preventing hair loss and follicular aging through mechanism involving enrichment of WNT/signaling, mitochondrial activity, and stem cells maintenance

8 citations , November 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This preclinical study observed that a nanoencapsulated ingredient complex, AcPi, may prevent hair follicle aging and hair loss by reducing oxidative stress, enhancing mitochondrial activity and WNT/β-catenin signaling, and controlling androgenic metabolism when tested on human scalp cultures.

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Why is valproic acid not considered a standard cosmetic ingredient despite its potential effects on hair growth? Valproic acid is not a standard cosmetic ingredient due to safety and regulatory concerns.

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Biotinyl-GHK: a miracle ingredient against hair loss? Biotinyl-GHK (biotinoyl tripeptide-1) is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair-loss medicine; the published studies test it only inside multi-ingredient complexes such as Procapil, so no result can be attributed to the peptide itself.

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Can a liquid formula with Procapil do more than your usual multivitamin? Procapil is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair-loss drug: the published studies on it are small and test it in combination with caffeine or platelet-rich plasma, so none isolates its own effect, and the percentages quoted in marketing come from the ingredient supplier's unpublished studies. Vitamins are reported to help hair only where there is a deficiency, so the two are aimed at different problems rather than ranked against each other.
Tried everything and still getting bald patches? Procapil may help calm the immune response Procapil is a cosmetic ingredient complex; laboratory studies of its individual ingredients report anti-inflammatory effects, but no published clinical trial has tested it in alopecia areata or any other immune-related hair loss. Spreading bald patches should be assessed by a dermatologist.

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Can stemoxydine help improve hair density in both men and women? Stemoxydine is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair loss drug, and the manufacturer's three-month trials enrolled men only, reporting a small increase in measured hair density. One small uncontrolled study that included women reported improvement in both sexes but more in men, so a benefit for women is not established.

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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

learn Mesotherapy

technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp

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community Here’s the rundown on scalp serums from a former cosmetic chemist

34 upvotes 7 months ago

Most scalp serums are ineffective for hair loss, with Nécessaire’s “The Scalp Serum” being the only one showing noticeable results, though it's not worth the cost. For androgenetic alopecia, clinical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are necessary, while caffeine and capixyl may offer some benefits.

community Mallia Aesthetics achieves key regulatory steps for novel sCD83-derived ingredient for hair growth

24 upvotes 1 year ago

Mallia Aesthetics has developed MAL-838, a hormone-free product derived from sCD83, which stimulates hair growth without disrupting the skin microbiome. sCD83 promotes hair growth by activating hair follicles and preventing cell death, offering a localized treatment without systemic side effects.

community Anyone here found a shampoo that actually helps with hair thinning?

68 upvotes 1 year ago

Cosmetics Hut Hair Strengthening Shampoo with Biotin Peppermint Platyclaudus is popular for reducing hair shedding. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and biotin supplements.

community Recently went to a trichologist and got recommended these 4 products to treat AGA.

1 month ago

The trichologist recommended products with ingredients like retinol, caffeine, and placenta extract for AGA, but users believe these are ineffective and possibly a scam. They suggest consulting a dermatologist and using proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride instead.

community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

118 upvotes 2 years ago

Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

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