December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” This study highlights a comprehensive approach for authenticating and assessing the quality of herbal medicines using a combination of physiological, morphological, and molecular techniques, including HPTLC, ICP-MS, UV spectroscopy, and DNA barcoding, to ensure the standardization of herbal medicinal products, particularly Eclipta alba.
August 2025 in “Religions” In this research, the authors examined translations of "ojas" in the Bhaiṣajyaguru Sūtra across different Chinese texts, noting variations and evolving interpretations; the study highlights linguistic evidence supporting the view that the text is a foreign-translated sūtra rather than a native creation.
This study provides detailed taxonomic and pharmacognostic analyses to authenticate and standardize seven herbal medicines, aiding in their differentiation from common adulterants for improved identification and classification.
May 2022 in “International Journal of Biochemistry Research and Review” The researchers characterized a plant-based biotin supplement, SesZenBioTM, from Sesbania agati leaves, predicting it may enhance hair follicle growth more effectively than synthetic biotin based on molecular interactions and its biotin content.
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February 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” This article reviews cell proteomic footprinting technology and its application in improving the authentication and quality control of cell-based immunotherapeutics, without providing new clinical results.
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February 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy & Chinese Medicine” This study focuses on analyzing the pharmacognostical and phytochemical properties of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn. leaves, aiming to improve the identification and authenticity of this widely used medicinal plant and its applications in enhancing herbal medicine efficacy.
May 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This study conducted a comprehensive pharmacognostic and phytochemical analysis of Sphagneticola calendulacea stem, identifying tannin-filled cells, various secondary metabolites, and significant physicochemical characteristics, which could aid in authenticating the plant for therapeutic use.
May 2022 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This study carried out a detailed pharmacognostic and phytochemical analysis of Sphagneticola calendulacea leaves, which may help authenticate this plant used in treating inflammation and alopecia.
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January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This study found that treatment with platelet-rich plasma showed some hair re-growth in patients with severe alopecia areata, but results were not sustained and treatment was associated with pain and discomfort.
July 2016 in “Biometrics & Biostatistics International Journal” This article discusses the development of the Total View Guidelines for accurately reporting androgenic alopecia treatment effectiveness using uninterrupted video recordings and reports no new clinical results.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, the researchers reported that Chyavanaprasam K Tab, a novel Ayurvedic tablet, showed consistent quality and safety, offering potential benefits for fatigue relief, immune support, and hair growth, and is suitable for diabetics due to its sugar-free composition.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers evaluated Chyavanaprasam K Tab, an Ayurvedic tablet, finding it to have consistent quality and safety, with potential benefits for fatigue relief, immune support, and hair growth. It is also deemed suitable for diabetic individuals due to its sugar-free composition.
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January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This study reports that severe androgenic alopecia prevalence in young Caucasian men increases with age, varies by region, and that body mass index may be a risk factor.
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January 2023 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study provided detailed anatomical, physico-chemical, and chromatographic analyses to differentiate Dracaena trifasciata from potential adulterants in traditional medicine.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Web Based Communities” This study explored the motivations behind 'bro-science' YouTube videos on baldness, finding that posters aim to communicate product benefits, share research and experiences, and create a community around shared solutions.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This review explores the potential of herbal therapies and modern delivery methods for managing premature hair greying, highlighting promising plant-based treatments and emphasizing the need for clinical trials to validate their effectiveness.
December 2025 in “Cureus” This source details the process necessary to substantiate "clinically proven" claims for products, emphasizing the importance of rigorous clinical trials, regulatory compliance, and emerging technologies in ensuring safety, efficacy, and credibility across diverse populations and settings.
July 2023 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)” This study evaluated the resin oil of Copaifera officinalis L., identifying 64 compounds and developing validated analytical methods for quality control, and formulated a stable pharmaceutical foam, laying groundwork for potential clinical applications of copaiba oil.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of ChemTech Research” This study used phytochemical screening and FTIR spectroscopy with PCA to reveal slight chemical differences between two varieties of Eclipta alba, providing a method for their effective discrimination.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This research focused on Eclipta prostrata, revealing unique anatomical features and bioactive compounds such as alkaloids and flavonoids that can aid in reliable identification and quality control of this medicinal herb, commonly used for hair growth and liver health.
January 2017 in “Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences” This study conducted a detailed examination of Terminalia arjuna flowers, suggesting their potential use in establishing botanical standards for identification and standardization in Ayurvedic medicine.
December 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study examined the hair structure of five Muridae species to provide insights into their distinct pelage characteristics.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Environmental Sciences” This study explored the stem of Moullava spicata and found it to be rich in secondary metabolites and natural antioxidants, showing significant concentration-dependent antioxidant activity, which supports its ethnomedicinal use and provides a basis for further pharmacological research.
This study found that while the over-the-counter market for minoxidil hair loss products is expanding, only 25% of these products report safety information, and none report adverse effects, highlighting a need for greater transparency and accuracy in their advertising.
November 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The electronic version of the Dermatology Life Quality Index is as effective as the paper version, with most patients preferring it.
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September 2003 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study found that the petroleum ether extract from the leaves of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis demonstrated more effectiveness in promoting hair growth in rats compared to the extract from its flowers.
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May 2007 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that topical formulations including extracts from Cuscuta reflexa, Citrullus colocynthis, and Eclipta alba significantly accelerated hair growth initiation and completion in rats, indicating potential benefits for treating alopecia.
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June 2010 in “Acta Pharmaceutica” The researchers reported that they successfully developed and validated RP-HPLC and TLC methods for accurately measuring tamsulosin hydrochloride and finasteride in combination forms.
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January 2003 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study observed that the use of hormonal hair products remains common among US Army School personnel, with higher use rates among non-white, female, and enlisted individuals.
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July 2017 in “Monatshefte für Chemie - Chemical Monthly” This review discusses the analysis of pharmaceutical relics from prehistoric times to the twentieth century and emphasizes the need for a multifaceted approach, but it presents no new experimental results.