6 citations
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January 2024 in “ACS Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study found that the alkaloids cepharanthine and berbamine bind to SK2 and SK3 channel subtypes with affinities that match their concentrations active against various diseases, prompting further investigation into SK channels' role in their therapeutic effects.
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October 2009 in “Skin research and technology” This study found that tristimulus colorimetry is a sensitive and quantitative method for projecting hair growth rates in depilated mice, and it observed that 890 nm LED irradiation promotes hair regrowth.
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February 2009 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine” This review of randomized controlled trials for alopecia areata treatments found that none were significantly better than placebo in promoting long-term hair growth, with most trials being small and poorly reported.
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January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” The document says a skin condition called alopecia areata causes hair loss and stress, and is treated with strong skin creams, injections, or other therapies, but treatment success varies.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this study, individualized homoeopathic treatment with Natrum muriaticum resulted in a significant improvement in a 16-year-old girl with alopecia areata, showcasing a notable outcome at the Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College in Trivandrum.
April 2024 in “Proceedings” This study found a significant association between alopecia areata and low serum ferritin levels, suggesting that assessing and correcting iron stores might improve alopecia areata management.
January 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” This historical analysis compared hair care products and methods from the 19th/20th centuries to those from the 20th/21st centuries, showing the evolution and scientific advancement in hair treatments while highlighting modern inspirations drawn from past concepts.
September 2021 in “Rumphius Pattimura Biological Journal” This study reports varying levels of potassium and iron in honey samples, contributing to the understanding of mineral content in honey.
June 2011 in “The Journal for Nurse Practitioners” This review discusses different types of hair loss in women and suggests that addressing underlying health issues or stopping trigger medications can restore hair growth without additional intervention, but it reports no new results.
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February 2025 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This study found that a postbiotic derived from hawthorn and probiotics can alleviate loperamide-induced constipation in aged mice by regulating several physiological processes, including intestinal water and sodium metabolism, maintaining gut flora and barrier, reducing inflammation, and enhancing short-chain fatty acid metabolism.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This experimental study on male rats found that a gel containing carbon dioxide extract of hops effectively promoted wound healing in severe acne by enhancing skin regeneration and exhibiting anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, and antimycotic properties.
October 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” This study compared the antioxidant and antidiabetic activities of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis leaf extract and Eclipta alba bark extract, finding that Hibiscus rosa-sinensis exhibited greater antidiabetic activity, whereas Eclipta alba demonstrated stronger antioxidant activity.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” This study reported that the n-butanol fraction of Perilla frutescens extract, particularly rosmarinic acid, showed potential for hair regrowth and anti-androgenic activity in male mice, suggesting it as a possible treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
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October 2018 in “International Journal of Green Pharmacy” This study suggested that an herbal shampoo containing Piper betle and Psidium guajava leaves extract may promote hair growth due to its antioxidant properties and showed stability for two months.
January 2013 in “วารสารเภสัชศาสตร์อีสาน (Isan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, IJPS)” This study found that ethyl acetate extract from mangosteen pericarp exhibited the strongest antibacterial effect against Propionibacterium acnes compared to other extraction solvents.
December 2022 in “Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Pathology.” In this study, the combination of photobiomodulation therapy and Respiro Myrtol forte reduced pain and inflammation more effectively than either treatment alone in patients after septoplasty.
September 2026 in “World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a new hair serum featuring Catharanthus roseus extract was formulated and evaluated, showing a stable and appealing product with potential hair growth-promoting properties, positioning it as a promising herbal alternative to synthetic agents like minoxidil.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This report describes the creation of a natural herbal beard balm formulated to nourish, hydrate, and support healthy beard growth while reducing irritation, using ingredients like coconut oil, rosemary oil, and beeswax.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study suggests that the Anetholea anisita extract improved scalp health by increasing specialized pro-resolving mediators and reducing pro-inflammatory markers, leading to decreased dandruff and enhanced hair brightness in dandruff sufferers.
8 citations
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August 2021 in “Aging” This animal study found that berberine may alleviate benign prostatic hyperplasia by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress through inhibition of the NF-κB signaling pathway.
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September 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmiah JKA (Jurnal Kesehatan Aeromedika)” This study found that red galangal rhizome simplicia extract demonstrated the strongest antibacterial effect against Propionibacterium acnes among tested extracts, achieving a 31.5 mm inhibitory zone at a 20% concentration.
6 citations
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December 2020 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that certain fatty acids and triterpenoid-glycosides from Eclipta prostrata L. leaves exhibit potent inhibitory effects on the protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B enzyme, suggesting potential anti-diabetic and anti-obesity benefits.
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February 2004 in “Biopolymers” This study found that 4-(4-Phenoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid derivatives may act as antioxidants by scavenging certain reactive oxygen species but exhibit prooxidant behavior under specific conditions.
5 citations
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March 2017 in “Natural Product Research” This study identified and characterized eight compounds, including furanocoumarins and pterocarpans, from the aerial parts of Bituminaria basaltica, with β-caryophyllene and germacrene D as main constituents of its essential oil.
3 citations
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August 2021 in “Veterinary World” This study found that platelet-rich plasma improved the healing of skin wounds in sheep compared to honey by reducing early inflammation and enhancing collagen synthesis and organization.
The best mix of propylene glycol and sorbitol was found for a cream to prevent hair loss using saw palmetto extract.
August 2018 in “Cadernos de Agroecologia” This study reported that a new sulfur paste formulation with added plant extract and propolis effectively treated scabies in rabbits by promoting rapid tissue regeneration, hair growth, and eliminating secondary infections, offering a more affordable and less irritating alternative to commercial treatments.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This research observed that Backhousia citriodora leaf extract effectively reduced sebum production and improved sebum composition across different ethnicities, significantly decreasing skin oiliness and the likelihood of shiny skin when used in a cream applied twice daily for 28 days.
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December 2022 in “BMC Plant Biology” This study suggests that the floral secretions of Brasiliorchis schunkeana may attract Diptera as potential pollinators, but field observations are needed to confirm this pollination syndrome.
May 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, 70% of female androgenetic alopecia patients who did not respond to standard minoxidil experienced clinical improvement after switching to a propylene glycol-free, witch hazel-based 5% minoxidil sulfate solution, with the treatment also being well-tolerated.