August 2019 in “Journal of Invertebrate Pathology” This study observed that different alkaline buffers had a significant impact on the volume of liquid consumed by fall armyworm larvae, emphasizing the importance of measuring imbibed volumes to reduce dose errors in bioassays.
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June 2025 in “Biomolecules” This study found that extracts from Stauntonia hexaphylla leaves and fruits, particularly those with a higher leaf-to-fruit ratio, significantly enhanced osteogenic activity and inhibited osteoclast-related gene expression in vitro, suggesting potential for osteoporosis prevention.
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July 2025 in “Functional Foods in Health and Disease” This study found that supplementation with CL22209, a standardized Asparagus racemosus root extract, significantly reduced menopausal symptoms and improved hormonal regulation among early perimenopausal women, with notable improvements in vasomotor and menstrual symptoms compared to placebo, while being safe and well-tolerated over 120 days.
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August 2020 in “Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology” In this study, yellow Chinese chive extract was observed to protect against acetaminophen-induced liver toxicity in mice by enhancing antioxidant pathways and reducing liver injury markers.
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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.
This study found that olive leaves extract significantly decreased prostate index, serum PSA, testosterone, and DHT levels in male rats with testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia, and showed potential as a therapeutic option due to its positive effects on prostate histology and antioxidant activity.
In this study, perilla seed extract obtained through supercritical fluid extraction was found to promote hair follicle cell proliferation and downregulate key genes linked to androgenetic alopecia, showing potential as a natural treatment for hair loss in vitro.
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October 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” In this study, ethyl acetate fraction of Eclipta alba was found to inhibit adipogenesis and reduce dyslipidemia in hamsters, suggesting potential as an herbal treatment for obesity.
January 2022 in “Pharmaceutical Sciences Asia” This study found that a liposome containing butterfly pea flower extract and clove oil was stable and, when used by 15 volunteers over 60 days, enhanced eyebrow thickness and darkness without causing irritation.
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July 2005 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” In this study, the aqueous extract of Eclipta alba and its hydrolyzed fraction showed nootropic activity and reduced stress-induced alterations in rats.
March 2024 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” This study found that Nymphaea caerulea flower extract may improve scalp condition by reducing sebum production, inhibiting inflammation and microbial factors, and decreasing cortisol and vascular permeability.
February 2020 in “Definitions” This article discusses a proprietary botanical lotion with potential to reverse chemotherapy-induced alopecia, restore hair cycles, and improve patient wellbeing; however, it reports no new clinical results.
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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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May 2020 in “Clinical Phytoscience” In this study, methanol extract of Cuscuta reflexa leaves significantly reduced blood glucose and improved insulin and liver function in alloxan-induced diabetic rats, indicating potential as an antidiabetic and organ-protective agent.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” This study investigated the effects of a derma pen treatment using green betel leaf extract cream on hair development in female Wistar rats, highlighting the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of betel leaves that may aid in hair growth and condition.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that combining Silybum marianum extract, Manganese PCA, and Lespedeza capitata extract may help improve hair growth and anchorage by targeting specific signaling pathways in human dermal papilla cells.
April 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this study, exposure to Myrtus communis leaf extract significantly reduced IL-1α expression and increased VEGF expression in human keratinocytes, which may relate to its traditional use for hair loss and wound healing; further research is necessary to understand its mechanisms.
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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.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study investigated the photoprotective properties of Brazilian pepper tree extract against UV-induced damage in skin cells, reporting that it enhanced expression of genes relevant to skin health and showed superior activity compared to standard antioxidants.
May 2018 in “Pakistan journal of nutrition” This study found that feeding sheep rations with up to 30% Leucaena leucocephala leaf meal did not significantly affect mimosine concentrations or alter blood metabolites and thyroid hormones, suggesting it can be used without detrimental effects in these aspects.
September 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study suggests that P. orientalis leaf-derived EVs could offer anxiolytic, antidepressant, and sleep-inducing benefits by affecting neurotransmitter levels and reducing inflammation, particularly when administered intranasally.
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May 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that cephalanthine inhibited the growth of gastric cancer cells in vitro and in vivo by inducing oxidative stress and altering energy metabolism, suggesting its potential as a treatment for gastric cancer.
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July 2017 in “Pakistan Journal of Zoology” Fenugreek leaf extracts significantly promoted hair growth in mice with alopecia.
June 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that the ethanolic extract of Acanthus ebracteatus demonstrated potential as an anti-hair loss treatment by promoting dermal papilla cell proliferation, inhibiting 5α-reductase activity, and reducing inflammation in vitro.
April 2026 in “Dove Medical Press (Taylor and Francis Group)” This study found that Myrtus communis leaf extract significantly decreased IL-1α and increased VEGF gene expressions in human keratinocytes, which may relate to the plant's traditional uses for hair loss and wound healing, though further research is needed to explore these effects.
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December 2023 in “Cell Death Discovery” This study found that cepharanthine can inhibit gastric cancer cell activity by inducing oxidative stress and altering energy metabolism, suggesting its potential for gastric cancer treatment.
This study found that low-temperature rendering of black beans, peony, and green tea extracts retains higher antioxidant properties and effectively supports scalp health by strengthening follicles and moisturizing the scalp.
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December 2022 in “Plants” This study suggests that guava leaf extract may inhibit hair loss by downregulating genes involved in androgen synthesis, potentially offering a natural alternative for treating androgenetic alopecia.
In this study, the combination of binahong leaf and lemongrass extracts was found to effectively inhibit the growth of the dandruff-causing fungus Pityrosporum ovale, with the strongest fungal growth inhibition observed at a 50% concentration of each extract.
June 2025 in “Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia” In this study, researchers found that methanol extract from E. alba stem reduced the expression of the apoptosis marker gene Caspase-3 in T47D breast cancer cells, particularly at 100 ppm, achieving 1.859 times suppression compared to DMSO 2%.