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Glossary Eclipta alba

plant used in traditional medicine to promote hair growth

Eclipta alba, also known as False Daisy or Bhringraj, is a plant traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for its purported benefits in promoting hair growth and preventing hair loss. It contains bioactive compounds like wedelolactone and ecliptine, which are believed to nourish the scalp and strengthen hair follicles, making it a popular ingredient in herbal hair care products.

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research Eclipta alba extract with potential for hair growth promoting activity

121 citations , May 2009 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”

This study found that the methanol extract of Eclipta alba showed dose-dependent hair growth promoting activity in pigmented C57/BL6 mice by influencing the transition from the telogen to anagen phase.

research Neuropharmacological profile of Eclipta alba (Linn.) Hassk

118 citations , July 2005 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”

In this study, the aqueous extract of Eclipta alba and its hydrolyzed fraction showed nootropic activity and reduced stress-induced alterations in rats.

Lights Triggered Differential Accumulation of Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Secondary Metabolites in Callus Culture of Eclipta Alba L.

research Lights triggered differential accumulation of antioxidant and antidiabetic secondary metabolites in callus culture of Eclipta alba L.

64 citations , June 2020 in “PLoS ONE”

This study found that red light exposure significantly enhanced the growth, phytochemical content, and therapeutic potential of Eclipta alba callus cultures compared to other multispectral light exposures.

research Evaluation of hydro-alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba for its anticancer potential: An in vitro study

50 citations , May 2011 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”

In this cell study, Eclipta alba extract inhibited cancer cell proliferation and induced apoptosis, showing potential antiproliferative and anti-metastasis effects on liver and related cancer cell lines.

Exogenous Stimulation with Eclipta Alba Promotes Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Downregulates TGF-β1 Expression in Nude Mice

research Exogenous stimulation with Eclipta alba promotes hair matrix keratinocyte proliferation and downregulates TGF-β1 expression in nude mice

24 citations , December 2014 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine”

In this study, researchers found that petroleum ether extract of Eclipta alba significantly stimulated follicular keratinocyte proliferation and reduced TGF-β1 expression in nude mice, suggesting potential use for certain types of alopecia.

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community Been Microneedling for 4 weeks. Positive results, however, quite slow.

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The user has been microneedling for 4 weeks and using treatments like minoxidil and eclipta alba oil, seeing positive but slow results. They are considering peppermint oil as a potentially more effective alternative to minoxidil.

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