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GlossaryNigella sativa (kalonji)

flowering plant known for seeds with medicinal properties

Nigella sativa, commonly known as black seed or black cumin, is a flowering plant whose seeds have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. The seeds are known for their potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, and are sometimes used in the treatment of conditions like alopecia to promote hair growth and scalp health.

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research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Oil

3 citations, February 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research”

Herbal hair oil with natural ingredients promotes healthy hair and addresses common hair issues.

research Formulation and Characterization of Herbal Ingredients-Based Shampoo

September 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical quality assurance”

The herbal shampoo is less damaging and improves hair's appearance.

research Emulsion Formulation Assays Based on Natural Substances Stimulating Hair Growth and Evaluation of Its Biological Activity

June 2021 in “World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews”

A stable emulsion made with plant extracts and oils was effective in stimulating hair growth.

research Clinical and Neuropathogenetic Aspects of Human African Trypanosomiasis

86 citations, January 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology”

The document concludes that diagnosing and treating Human African Trypanosomiasis is challenging, but new treatments like fexinidazole are promising.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Hair Cream Using Herbal Extract

May 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research”

The herbal hair cream helps protect and improve hair health.

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community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

in Treatment 83 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.