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January 2024 in “Fermentation” This study found that fermenting porcine and equine placentas with a specific lactic acid bacterial strain enhanced the moisturizing abilities and cell proliferation properties compared to traditional placental extracts, suggesting their potential for cosmetic applications.
September 2025 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” Lactic acid bacteria fermentation can turn waste into valuable skincare ingredients.
November 2024 in “Applied Sciences” This study suggests that while some evidence indicates potential efficacy of placental products for hair growth and inhibiting hair loss, the current scientific evidence is scarce and of low quality.
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May 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This study found that heat-killed Enterococcus faecalis EF-2001 promoted hair regrowth in mice, likely by increasing the expression of growth factors and marker genes.
January 2026 in “Al-Furat Journal for Health and Medical Sciences” This study observed that individuals with alopecia areata who had the gut bacterium Enterococcus faecalis exhibited serum biomarker levels closer to healthy controls, suggesting potential benefits for hair growth and immune modulation through its immunoregulatory effects.