24 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” This study found that a 12-week supplementation with a combination of insulin sensitizing agents, antioxidants, and vitamins significantly improved menstrual cyclicity, acne, and hirsutism in women with PCOS, with additional weight loss benefits in obese subjects.
May 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” In this study, serum levels of vitamin C, vitamin E, and total antioxidant capacity did not differ significantly between individuals with premature greying hair and controls, but a strong association with family history was observed.
8 citations
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Trichology” Silymarin improves hair follicle health better than vitamin C by boosting cell growth and reducing oxidative stress.
January 2025 in “Open Veterinary Journal” This study found that sheep with deficiencies in zinc, copper, and vitamin A exhibited symptoms like weight loss, skin disorders, and abnormal hematological and antioxidant enzyme levels compared to healthy sheep, suggesting that dietary supplementation of these nutrients could prevent these health issues.
February 2018 in “Egyptian Journal of Radiation Sciences and Applications” This study observed that Egyptian patients with discoid lupus erythematosus have significantly lower serum vitamin D3 and antioxidant levels compared to healthy controls, suggesting potential benefits of vitamin D3 and antioxidant supplementation.
January 2014 in “Dongwu yingyang xuebao” The study concluded that a dietary vitamin A level of 10,000 IU/kg optimally supports growth performance, fur quality, and antioxidant function in growing Rex rabbits.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This study found that in dogs with pyoderma, a combination of antibiotic and vitamin E treatment normalized oxidative stress biomarkers like lipid peroxidase more effectively by day 14 compared to antibiotics alone, which reduced these markers but failed to fully normalize them by day 21.
22 citations
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July 2013 in “International Journal of Radiation Biology” In this study, antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E were found to help protect against intestinal damage caused by radiation in rats, with vitamin E being the most effective.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this case report, an 80-year-old woman experienced darkening of previously grey hair, which may be linked to vitamin B supplementation, though its effectiveness is typically associated with reversing greying only in the presence of an initial vitamin B deficiency.
February 2021 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This review discusses the protective effects of vitamin D on skin aging and its role in hair growth, but reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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March 2022 in “Antioxidants” This review summarized and classified 32 approved synthetic and natural-identical antioxidants, examining their regulatory status, safety, pharmacological properties, and effectiveness on human health, aiming to clarify their antioxidant actions and encourage further research in the field.
December 2008 in “Al-Mağallaẗ al-ʻirāqiyyaẗ li-l-ṣaydalaẗ” This study found that antioxidant vitamin treatment improved the hair growth rate in patients with alopecia areata, regardless of the duration of their condition.
47 citations
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September 2023 in “Pharmacological Reports” In this review, researchers explored the roles of vitamins A, B3, C, D, and E in skin immunity, highlighting their potential as therapeutics for skin diseases due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
86 citations
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June 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review discusses the role of antioxidants in managing oxidative skin damage and reports no new results, emphasizing the need for understanding their mechanisms, limitations, and risks for safe use.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “Scientific reports” This study reports that zinc oxide or silver nanoparticles capped with vitamin A or E, incorporated into wheat gluten films, showed significant potential in promoting burn wound healing in mice by facilitating wound contraction, re-epithelialization, and collagen deposition, while also exhibiting antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
1 citations
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March 2017 in “Al-maǧallaẗ al-’irāqiyyaẗ li-l-’ulūm al-ṣaydalāniyyaẗ/Iraqi journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This study suggests that using nutrient antioxidants can significantly reduce the dose of prednisolone needed in alopecia areata patients while potentially enhancing hair growth and mitigating side effects.
1 citations
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August 2012 in “Pediatrics in review” This paper reviews various vitamin deficiencies, including vitamin D, and highlights their potential health impacts. It does not report new research findings but discusses current recommendations and risks associated with these deficiencies.
1 citations
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June 2007 in “Almustansiriya journal of pharmaceutical sciences/Al-Mustansiriyah journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This study found that a two-month antioxidant treatment significantly improved hair growth in patients with alopecia areata by enhancing antioxidant defenses and correcting trace metal imbalances.
June 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study found that Platycladus orientalis flavonoids may reduce oxidative damage and slow melanin degradation in AGA-affected hair, improving its quality.
59 citations
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August 2014 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” In this study, the researchers optimized the extraction conditions for crude polysaccharide from Hibiscus rosa-sinensis leaves, achieving a yield of 9.66% and demonstrated strong antioxidant activities in vitro.
5 citations
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September 2019 in “The Open biomarkers journal” This study found that linoleic acid may help protect against acrylamide toxicity in female albino rats.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review focuses on the formulation and evaluation of an herbal hair gel using natural ingredients, which reportedly strengthens hair roots, reduces hair fall, and promotes scalp health as a safer alternative to synthetic products, through various properties like moisturizing and antimicrobial effects.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review suggests that an herbal hair gel made from ingredients like flaxseeds, curry leaves, and aloe vera may support hair growth and improve scalp health without the adverse effects of synthetic products.
September 2025 in “Journal of Applied Biological Chemistry” In a laboratory study, Grateloupia elata extract demonstrated antioxidant and anti-aging effects by scavenging free radicals, inhibiting collagenase and elastase, increasing procollagen production, and reducing MMP-1 secretion, suggesting its potential use in functional cosmetics.
August 2026 in “Non-coding RNA Research” The study reports that vitamin E improves hair-follicle growth and dermal papilla cell proliferation in vitro by modulating the lncRNA2919/STAT1/SHH axis in Angora rabbits, enhancing cellular antioxidant capacity.
February 2026 in “Pakistan Veterinary Journal” In this study of White cashmere goat ewes and their offspring in Tibet, selenium and vitamin E supplementation improved antioxidant capacity and serum biochemical indices and enhanced secondary hair follicle development in lambs, but did not significantly alter fecal microbiota composition.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil formulation that included hibiscus flower and other plant extracts, suggesting it may increase hair growth, reduce hair loss, and provide dandruff protection.
May 2020 in “Research, Society and Development” This study suggests that mutamba fruit, regardless of maturation stage, could be valuable in the food industry due to its high soluble solids, vitamin C, and mineral content.
September 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This paper discusses the potential benefits of incorporating guava leaf extracts into skincare, hair care, and oral care products, highlighting their antibacterial, antioxidant, and acne-treating properties, as well as their possible effects on dandruff removal and hair loss reduction.
55 citations
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January 2000 in “Cell biochemistry and function” This study observed that patients with alopecia had increased lipid peroxidation and decreased antioxidants, including lower beta-carotene, GSH levels, and GSH-Px activity, compared to healthy controls.