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GlossaryPhenolic Compounds (Phenolics)

chemical substances in plants with antioxidant properties

Phenolic compounds are a group of chemical substances found in plants, characterized by the presence of one or more hydroxyl groups attached to an aromatic ring. They are known for their antioxidant properties, which help protect cells from damage, and are often studied for their potential health benefits, including their role in preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth.

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research Effect of Bioclimatic Area and Season on Phenolics and Antioxidant Activities of Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis L.) Leaves

23 citations, March 2019 in “Journal of Essential Oil Research”

Rosemary's antioxidant content changes with the climate and season.

research Preliminary Pharmacognostic and Phytochemical Studies on Aerial Roots of Ficus Benghalensis Linn

November 2015 in “Indian drugs”

The aerial roots of the Ficus benghalensis plant contain flavonoids, phenolics, and saponins.

research Mushroom Cosmetics: The Present and Future

73 citations, July 2016 in “Cosmetics”

Mushrooms have beneficial properties for skin and hair care products and have great potential for future cosmetic use.

research Which Chemicals Should Be Grouped Together for Mixture Risk Assessments of Male Reproductive Disorders?

40 citations, September 2019 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology”

Group a wide range of chemicals, not just phthalates, for assessing risks to male reproductive health.

research Potential Health Benefits of Dates Based on Human Intervention Studies: A Brief Overview

3 citations, March 2022 in “Haya: the Saudi journal of life sciences”

Dates may improve heart health, fight infections, protect kidneys, reduce inflammation, support pregnancy, promote dental and bone health, enhance mental function, and have anti-cancer properties, and are also beneficial for skin and hair care.

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community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

19 upvotes 5 years ago

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 2448 upvotes 3 years ago

The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.