In this study, researchers developed a mucoadhesive hydrogel ovule containing retinyl palmitate and curcumin for intravaginal use, showing controlled drug release, selectivity against cancerous HeLa cells, and non-toxicity to healthy cells, which may offer a potential treatment for cervical cancer.
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January 2018 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This study found that a high sesquiterpene C. aeruginosa extract significantly reduced axillary hair growth in women compared to placebo with no apparent adverse effects.
May 2023 in “Advancements in Homeopathic Research” This study investigated the effectiveness of a botanical formulation, Zauberӧl®, on testosterone-induced alopecia in Wistar rats, focusing on ingredients such as Arnica montana and Hibiscus Rosa sinensis. Results are not reported in the abstract.
November 2019 in “Journal of Health and Allied Sciences” In this study, the petroleum ether extract of Maharanga bicolor and Hibiscus rosa sinensis in Aloe vera gel showed improved hair growth initiation and completion times in rats, suggesting potential hair growth-promoting activity.
June 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a hydrogel containing extracts from azadirachta indica and tridax procumbens for treating seborrheic dermatitis, finding it passed various tests, including skin irritation and stability, suggesting potential future applications in herbal formulations.
October 2018 in “Annals of oncology” This study reported that topical BPM31543 was safe and well-tolerated for patients on taxane-based chemotherapy, with some efficacy indicated in reducing hair loss at all dosages tested.
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January 2021 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This review discusses the traditional uses, phytochemical, and pharmacological studies on Ageratum conyzoides, Tridax procumbens, and Bidens pilosa, emphasizing the need for further clinical research into their medicinal potential, but it does not report new results.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a herbal mehendi gel using natural plant-based ingredients aimed at providing sustainable hair coloring and scalp care. The formulation demonstrated beneficial properties including natural hair coloring, scalp conditioning, antimicrobial activity, antioxidant action, and safety with no observed skin irritancy.
This overview discusses the medicinal uses and pharmacological activities of Eclipta alba, yet reports no new experimental findings; it emphasizes the plant's significant role in traditional medicine.
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World JOURNAL” This study found that the water extract of Eclipta prostrata L. may protect skin cells against UVB-induced damage, likely due to its antioxidant properties and absorption of UVA and UVB radiation.
August 2024 in “Bionatura journal :” This study found that the hydromethanolic extract of Carthamus caeruleus L. rhizome demonstrated significantly higher antioxidant and cytotoxic activities compared to the chloroformic extract, particularly against NCI-H460 lung carcinoma cells, suggesting its potential use as a traditional treatment for burns.
November 2023 in “South African journal of botany” This study found that Eclipta alba (L.) cultivated in France exhibited significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-collagenase activities, attributed mainly to compounds like wedelolactone and demethylwedelolactone, suggesting potential use as an anti-aging cosmetic ingredient.
September 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” In this study, researchers developed a multifunctional hydrogel (FVP@CCN) that demonstrated over 90% wound closure in 7 days in diabetic wound models, thanks to its antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and angiogenesis-promoting properties.
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September 2022 in “Antioxidants” This study found that the clionasterol-rich hexane fraction of Caulerpa racemosa may protect against particulate matter-induced skin damage by reducing oxidative stress and mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis in human keratinocytes and zebrafish.
April 2026 in “Journal of Microbiology Biotechnology and Food Sciences” This study found that Carthamus caeruleus (L.) leaf extracts possess higher antioxidant and antibacterial activities compared to rhizome extracts, and are rich in phenolic and flavonoid compounds, suggesting potential use as a natural therapeutic agent.
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September 2022 in “Molecules” This study found that Camellia seed cake extract may counteract DHT-induced effects in cultured dermal papilla cells, suggesting potential to prevent or alleviate androgenetic alopecia.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, orally administered Centella asiatica extract, standardized for asiaticoside content, significantly improved skin barrier function, elasticity, and reduced signs of UVB-induced photoaging in hairless mice, highlighting its potential as a nutricosmetic for skin health.
July 2014 in “Americanae (AECID Library)” This study found that extracts from Tridax procumbens and Ouratea spectabilis reduced seed germination and inhibited root and hypocotyl growth in lettuce, indicating potential allelopathic effects.
February 2017 in “Cancer Research” In this study involving women undergoing taxane-based chemotherapy, a twice-daily topical application of BPM31543 was well-tolerated and showed potential in reducing severe hair loss, prompting further investigation at higher doses.
June 2017 in “Journal of Traditional and Folk Practices” This study enumerates the traditional uses of Begonia malabarica by tribes in Tamil Nadu, where it is reported to be used for treating a variety of ailments, with further research planned to evaluate its biological potential.
January 2026 in “RSC Medicinal Chemistry” This study notes the ongoing challenge in developing new drugs for androgenetic alopecia, mentioning that both minoxidil and finasteride were originally intended for treating hypertension. Results are not reported.
February 2022 in “Research Journal of Biotechnology” This review discusses the taxonomy, traditional uses, and pharmacological activities of the medicinal plant Eclipta alba but reports no new clinical findings.
January 2018 in “Figshare” This study found that a high-sesquiterpene extract from Curcuma aeruginosa slowed axillary hair growth in women by 22% compared to placebo over 12 weeks, with results delayed by 6 weeks, and participants reported satisfaction without adverse effects.
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September 2023 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” This review from this study outlines the traditional uses, phytochemicals, and diverse pharmacological activities of Portulaca oleracea L. (purslane), suggesting its potential application in food, pharmaceuticals, and animal husbandry due to its various health benefits and nutritional properties.
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January 2022 in “Scholars international journal of anatomy and physiology” This review discusses Aloe Vera's traditional uses and active components but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing its potential benefits from wound healing to hair growth.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” In this research, topical gels using natural mucilages from okra and hibiscus were successfully formulated to deliver diclofenac diethylamine, with hibiscus mucilage at 10% showing the best performance as a gelling agent based on various physicochemical tests.
In this animal study, leaf extracts of Kalanchoe pinnata increased hair length in rabbits in a concentration-related manner, surpassing minoxidil at the highest concentration, though hair mass was unaffected.
September 2025 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” The researchers reported that a newly developed photo-cross-linked hydrogel with multifunctional properties, including antimicrobial and antioxidant effects, significantly improved diabetic wound healing, achieving over 90% wound closure in seven days in vivo.
April 2023 in “Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia” In this study using New Zealand White rabbits, a nanoemulsion combining candlenut oil and celery powder improved hair growth over 28 days, showing greater hair weight and thickness than both positive and negative controls, suggesting potential as an alopecia treatment.
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January 2023 in “Agriculture and Natural Resources” This study found that flower extracts of Wedelia trilobata may serve as a promising active ingredient for cosmeceutical products due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.