In this study, researchers analyzed the waters of Ladakh's hotsprings, identifying 27 bioactive compounds with potential health benefits, but emphasize that further clinical trials are needed to confirm their therapeutic efficacy and safety.
This study found that peptides from Lablab purpureus, particularly fraction 2, demonstrated potential anticancer effects by exhibiting significant antioxidant and apoptotic activities, selectively inhibiting cancer cells with minimal impact on healthy cells.
January 2023 in “Rasayan journal of chemistry/Rasayan journal of Chemistry” This study suggests that compounds from Sansevieria trifasciata Prain may have promising potential as effective 5α-reductase inhibitors for alopecia treatment, outperforming finasteride in binding affinity tests.
April 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that the biosynthetic pathways of coumestans in Eclipta prostrata are derived from acetate and shikimate pathways, while 3,5-di-O-caffeoylquinic acid biosynthesis originates exclusively from the shikimate pathway.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Bovine colostrum may improve hair and skin health.
November 2025 in “Preprints.org” This review reports that the monosaccharide composition of polysaccharides significantly impacts their bioactivity, highlighting various roles for glucans, galactans, mannans, fructans, and pectin in immune regulation, antioxidant effects, and other biological functions.
July 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Magazine” This study found that Cerasus serrulata extracts, when obtained through specific methods, demonstrate significant antioxidative and antibacterial properties, as well as potential anti-alopecia effects in a mouse model, potentially making them useful supplements for these purposes.
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May 2021 in “Molecules” This review explores the chemical composition and biological activities of essential oils from selected aromatic roots, highlighting their potential for various industries, though more research is needed to standardize their bioactive components.
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December 2019 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” This review discusses the progress in tooth regeneration research and highlights the potential of spatial-temporal release of developmental factors, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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February 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study reports that extracts from pomegranate leaves contain bioactive compounds with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and skin-beneficial properties, suggesting their potential use in nutraceutical and cosmeceutical applications.
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January 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract reviews recent findings on the biology of isolated micrografts in hair restoration, emphasizing factors that enhance micrograft viability, but it does not report new experimental results.
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December 2023 in “Materials” This review paper highlights the development and application of organic and biogenic nanocarriers for delivering bioactives, focusing on eco-friendly and sustainable nanotechnology strategies while addressing challenges like toxicity and paving the way for future innovations in green solution approaches.
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November 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Reviews/Bioinformatics Trends/Pharmacognosy review” This systematic review highlights the diverse uses and bioactivities of Impatiens plants, particularly their antimicrobial, cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory, anti-anaphylactic, and antioxidant properties, while noting the need for more research to validate their ethnobotanical applications and isolate major bioactive compounds.
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February 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies” In this study, substituting Sangyod rice flour for wheat flour in butter cakes improved nutritional profiles and maintained sensory qualities, with 50% substitution showing the best balance, supporting local agriculture and potentially leading to healthier bakery options.
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April 2021 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses the traditional uses and reported bioactivities of Elephantopus scaber, but provides no new experimental results; the authors call for more research on its anticancer potential.
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December 2023 in “Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” This review discusses the potential of novel delivery systems to improve the bioavailability and therapeutic effects of herbal bioactives in colorectal cancer treatment.
August 2026 in “Pharmacological Research - Modern Chinese Medicine” In this study, topical applications of Agrimonia pilosa extract and agrimonolide demonstrated notable anti-inflammatory and wound healing benefits in animal models, significantly reducing inflammation and enhancing wound closure compared to controls. However, further research in humans is needed to confirm these preclinical findings.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair growth oil using botanical substances and base oils like coconut and castor oil, finding it to be stable, non-irritating, and suggesting potential hair-growing properties through mechanisms such as scalp blood flow improvement and anti-inflammatory effects.
August 2023 in “Apple Academic Press eBooks” This study highlights the medicinal applications of the plant Hedychium spicatum, noting its use in traditional medicine for various ailments and its extracts' bioactive properties, such as anticancer, antibacterial, and hepatoprotective effects.
January 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” In this study, researchers assessed the efficacy of Trichosera® hair serum, containing mesenchymal stromal cells conditioned media, among 40 healthy Indian volunteers, finding significant improvements in hair growth rate, hair density, scalp condition, and reduction in hair fall without notable adverse effects.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Natural Products” This study found that combining shikimic acid with Prunus mume fruit extract significantly reduces type I 5α-reductase levels in testosterone-stressed skin sebocytes, surpassing the effects of shikimic acid or standard acne treatments alone, and shows promise for stable, non-irritating acne remedies in cosmetic formulations.
January 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the various traditional uses and reported bioactivities of Eclipta prostrata but does not present new research findings.
April 2021 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article reviews the traditional uses and reported bioactivities of Elephantopus scaber but provides no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further investigation into its anti-cancer potential.
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September 2024 in “Molecules” This literature review compiles and analyzes current research on turmeric essential oil's active compounds, reporting their potential therapeutic applications across various medical conditions due to their unique pharmacological profiles and absence of toxicity.
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May 2020 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This review discusses "follicular hypoglycania" as a potential pathology in hair growth disorders and reports that proteoglycan replacement therapy may improve hair loss treatments, though it presents no new clinical trial results.
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September 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” This review highlights the potential of natural hydrogels as advanced wound dressings, emphasizing their capabilities in mimicking the extracellular matrix, supporting healing, and delivering therapeutic agents for chronic and infected wound care.
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January 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” This paper reviews the properties, characteristics, and applications of deep eutectic solvents as environmentally friendly alternatives for extracting bioactive compounds from natural sources in the pharmaceutical industry.
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February 2012 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This case series provides anecdotal evidence that urinary bladder extracellular matrix may improve hair regrowth in donor scars and enhance hair follicle graft outcomes in hair restoration surgery.
July 2026 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” This study found that modifying biphasic calcium phosphate/poly(methyl methacrylate) bone cement with human hair keratin improves its hydrophilicity, mechanical properties, and supports bone repair in rats, indicating potential for orthopedic applications.
June 2026 in “Discover Chemistry.” This review highlights the diverse pharmacological activities of Blumea eriantha DC., observed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antibacterial, and larvicidal potential, while also noting the need for further research into its mechanisms, clinical validation, and standardization.