This study found that supercritical fluid extraction of germinated perilla seed significantly promoted hair follicle cell proliferation and gene expression related to hair growth, suggesting its potential as a natural treatment for hair loss.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, Clitoria ternatea (Sangu Poo) was noted for its potential roles in health and skincare, with lab tests showing antioxidant, antimicrobial, liver-protective, and cancer-related activities; however, human trial evidence is lacking, impacting consistent quality and progress.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviews the traditional and emerging medicinal uses of Clitoria ternatea Linn., highlighting its extensive chemical composition and potential health benefits, but notes the lack of human trial evidence and the need for better testing methods to ensure consistent quality and efficacy.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study highlights Clitoria ternatea's potential in modern health and skincare, noting its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties observed in lab tests and exploring its uses in beauty products, yet emphasizes the need for human trials to confirm benefits and ensure quality.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, Clitoria ternatea Linn., a plant from the pea family, is noted for potential health benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects, though human trial evidence is lacking and research on consistent quality is needed for practical applications.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This study reviews the therapeutic potential of Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn.), highlighting its efficacy in managing diseases affecting the head and neck, based on a conceptual and analytical synthesis of Ayurvedic literature and contemporary scientific perspectives.
1 citations
,
November 2024 in “Sciences of Phytochemistry” This review assesses 191 studies and reports that bananas have numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, cancer-reducing, and antihypertensive properties, while also supporting roles in treating diabetes and depression, highlighting the fruit's potential as both a functional food and medicinal plant.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights brimonidine’s potential as a dermatological agent, noting its ability to improve rosacea-related facial redness and its effectiveness in various other skin conditions due to its vasoconstrictive and anti-inflammatory actions, with minimal systemic absorption and a favorable safety profile for long-term use.
October 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that the extracts of Serenoa repens, when evaluated through chemical, biological, and in silico methods, demonstrated anti-inflammatory, pro-apoptotic, and anti-androgenic activities against prostate cancer cell lines, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits and directing future pharmaceutical development.
This study reviews the pharmacological potential of Bacopa monniera, highlighting its extensive therapeutic effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and memory enhancement properties, which are primarily attributed to its diverse bioactive compounds.
April 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Clofazimine may be effective for treating ashy dermatosis.
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.
2 citations
,
September 2025 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This review reports that various bioactive compounds in Aloe vera demonstrate significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and immunomodulatory effects, supporting its validated use in treating metabolic disorders, gastrointestinal recovery, dermatological conditions, and wound healing due to its nutritional and therapeutic properties.
January 2025 in “Natural Product Research” This review compiles scientific data on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis Linn., highlighting its documented anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and hepatoprotective properties, among others, and recommends future research to further explore the plant's bioactive components and their potential applications.
1 citations
,
January 2012 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This review discusses hair loss treatments with natural compounds, noting their good safety profile but highlighting insufficient peer-reviewed data to support their effectiveness.
19 citations
,
November 2023 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” This study found that synthetic melanin particles applied topically in mouse injury models improved wound healing, showing potential as a therapy for accelerated healing, including in human skin explants.
11 citations
,
March 2020 in “Immunology” This study reports that immunologically inert and skewed immune cell populations in developing human skin may contribute to wound healing and structural changes during skin development.
24 citations
,
May 2019 in “PLOS ONE” In this study, researchers observed that African spiny mice, Acomys cahirinus, are capable of regenerating skeletal muscle in dermal wound sites, unlike common mice, Mus musculus.
49 citations
,
July 2021 in “Nutrients” This review explores lifestyle modifications for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, discussing dietary, physical, and supplementation strategies, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2026 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review presents a comprehensive evaluation of eleven traditional herbs, detailing their phytochemical properties, mechanisms, pharmacokinetics, and potential roles in managing alopecia, positioning them as holistic alternatives to conventional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review examines the potential of apigenin and ellagic acid as adjunct or alternative treatments for PCOS, but reports no new clinical results and highlights the need for further trials to confirm their efficacy and optimize dosing and delivery.
November 2025 in “ACS Omega” This study found that compounds from *Tectona grandis* leaves showed moderate inhibition of steroid 5α-reductase, a factor in androgenetic alopecia, and exhibited anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting nitric oxide and pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-1β and IL-6 in vitro, suggesting potential dual-action benefits for AGA management.
This study reported that the HG3 formulation of a Ketoconazole anti-dandruff gel exhibited superior drug release and antifungal efficacy without causing skin irritation, compared to other formulations tested.
17 citations
,
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study found that 10,11-dibrominecrebanine (2Br-Cre) and Stephanine demonstrate significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties in various experimental models, with 2Br-Cre showing enhanced efficacy over Cre and both compounds potentially mediating their analgesic effects through opioid receptors.
37 citations
,
January 2019 in “Food science & nutrition” This review summarizes various effects of bergamot components on multiple health conditions in humans and animals but reports limitations in their use for stress and anxiety relief in aromatherapy.
22 citations
,
August 2020 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses the properties and applications of doxycycline in dermatology and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing its potential for treating various dermatological conditions.
January 2024 in “Natural product research” This study analyzed the bioactive compound profiles of Allium longisepalum from Iran, finding unique metabolites with potential antioxidant, allelopathic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and hair growth-enhancing properties, revealing the plant's chemical diversity and therapeutic potential.
4 citations
,
June 2025 in “Molecules” This review evaluates traditional uses, phytochemical profiles, and pharmacological activities of Mediterranean Erica species, revealing the wide range of bioactive compounds and highlighting their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities. Further studies are suggested to fully understand their medicinal potential.
4 citations
,
July 2017 in “Archivum Immunologiae et Therapiae Experimentalis” This study observed that patients with recurrent furunculosis had different cytokine profiles compared to healthy subjects and that retinol stimulation altered cytokine secretion in both groups.
1 citations
,
May 2025 in “Preprints.org” This review evaluates the traditional uses, phytochemical profiles, and pharmacological potential of Mediterranean Erica species and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further studies.