March 2026 in “Food Science & Nutrition” In this study, high-dose Arachis hypogaea root extract significantly reduced prostate weight and markers of glandular hyperplasia in testosterone-induced BPH in mice, with associated changes in inflammatory gene expression and beneficial shifts in gut microbiota.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Eyebrow and eyelash regrowth usually matches scalp hair response in alopecia areata patients treated with baricitinib.
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April 2019 in “International journal of scientific research in biological science” This review discusses the natural habitat, taxonomy, phytochemical components, pharmacological activities, and potential medical applications of Tridax procumbens but reports no new experimental findings.
This study found that topical application of Cornus officinalis fermented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus increased hair regrowth in mice more than the positive control (minoxidil) did.
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June 2016 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” This study examines the potential effectiveness of Barever natural hair inhibitor, which includes papaya and other herbal ingredients, in reducing hair growth permanently when applied after hair removal.
January 2026 in “Ethnobiology” 1 citations
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October 2015 in “Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” In this study, both gel and microemulsion formulas containing waru leaves and Java Tamarind extracts were found to have similar in vivo hair growth activity in rabbits.
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July 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Baricitinib was effective in treating hair loss in adults with alopecia areata according to patient feedback.
February 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, baricitinib for severe alopecia areata showed sustained efficacy over 104 weeks, with most Week-52 responders maintaining significant hair regrowth and some mixed responders improving further with long-term treatment.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” In this experimental study using male rabbits, researchers found that a 7.5% concentration of green tea leaf ethanol extract hair tonic was nearly as effective in promoting hair growth as the positive control, minoxidil, over a 21-day period.
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June 2021 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study investigated the effects of the 60% alcohol extract from Alnus sibirica and its active compound, oregonin, on hair health, observing anti-oxidative and anti-apoptotic benefits in human hair dermal papilla cells exposed to oxidative stress, suggesting potential as natural materials for hair loss prevention.
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November 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that Baricitinib effectively reduced alopecia severity in adults with severe alopecia areata during a 12-month observation period, especially when initiated in patients with milder baseline conditions and elevated ESR; no serious adverse events were reported.
September 2018 in “Epsilon Archive for Student Projects (University of Southampton)” This study found that treatment with Bacillus amyloliquefaciens UCMB5113 significantly increased root hair growth in half of the tested Arabidopsis thaliana accessions.
January 2012 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that the aqueous extract of Abrus precatorius leaf promoted hair growth in experimental settings, with effects comparable to 2% minoxidil.
January 2026 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Cedrol promotes hair growth better than baricitinib by regulating immune cells.
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June 2022 in “Cosmetics” This study found that coffee berry extract demonstrated anti-aging properties in skin and hair cells, showing significant anti-collagenase activity and stimulating hair-related gene expression, suggesting its potential for use in cosmeceuticals.
September 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that baricitinib significantly reduced hair loss in patients with severe alopecia areata, decreasing the mean SALT score from 96.6 to 48 over 24 weeks, with no patients dropping out and only mild adverse events in 12.7% of participants.
April 2026 in “Asian Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review highlights the promising potential of Semecarpus anacardium Linn. in promoting hair growth due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but emphasizes the need for further human clinical trials and safe formulation practices due to its associated toxicity in raw form.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed an herbal hair serum using Embelia ribes seed extract and found it demonstrated promising antifungal properties and suitable characteristics for scalp application, suggesting its potential as a natural hair care product.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This study evaluated a Piper betle leaf emulgel for topical use and found it to have good stability, non-irritant properties, and significant hair growth activity in albino mice, suggesting its potential for dermatological and hair growth applications.
September 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this study, researchers identified subgroups of patients with severe alopecia areata treated with baricitinib who experienced early, gradual, or late hair regrowth, finding that response was influenced by baseline disease severity and duration of hair loss.
December 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that baricitinib, taken for 24 weeks, significantly reduced alopecia severity in patients with moderate-to-severe alopecia areata, with 50% showing marked improvement and overall favorable safety and efficacy reported.
This study found that a 10% hibiscus leaf extract hair tonic demonstrated better hair growth activity than 2% minoxidil in rabbits but caused eye irritation.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this multicenter retrospective study, 61.5% of Italian patients with severe alopecia areata achieved significant hair improvement after 52 weeks of treatment with baricitinib, with no major safety issues reported, indicating long-term effectiveness in a real-world setting.
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February 2013 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that 6-gingerol, a component of ginger, suppresses hair growth rather than promoting it, both in vitro and in vivo, suggesting potential use in hair removal treatments.
September 2025 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia” The study found that a pomade containing bay leaf extract significantly promoted hair growth in New Zealand White rabbits, with the 30% extract formula demonstrating the highest growth compared to lower concentrations and a control without extract.
April 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study evaluated baricitinib 4 mg treatment in severe to very severe alopecia areata, reporting significant scalp hair regrowth by Week 52, especially in short-duration episodes, suggesting treatment should continue for at least a year before assessing failure.
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July 2013 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study found that compound 2 from Polygonum multiflorum significantly increased dermal papilla cell proliferation and hair-fiber length, suggesting potential as a therapeutic agent for alopecia.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the dual nature of Abrus precatorius Linn., known for its toxic compound abrin and medicinal potential. The research emphasizes its traditional uses, phytochemical diversity, and pharmacological effects, while calling for standardization and controlled trials to ensure safety and efficacy in therapeutic applications.
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October 2016 in “Food Science and Biotechnology” This study found that the water extract of Bituminaria bituminosa demonstrated the highest antioxidant activity and α-glucosidase inhibition among tested extracts, but no cholinesterase or tyrosinase inhibition.