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Chewing betel nut may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, and saw palmetto can improve urinary symptoms in BPH with fewer side effects but may cause bleeding and allergic reactions.

This study found that Sida cordifolia collected in Colombia is a good source of steroidal saponins, which may contribute to its antioxidant and antifungal properties.

This review examines around 68 plant sources from six major plant families, assessing their scientific rationale and use by the cosmeceutical industry for applications like anti-ageing and sun protection.

This review reports on the traditional and ethnopharmacological uses of Ziziphus jujuba Mills, noting its increasing global popularity for treating various ailments, but highlights that its acceptance into the European Pharmacopoeia remains unresolved due to scientific and regulatory challenges.

This review highlights the potential of valorizing vegetable waste by extracting valuable biomolecules for use in food, nutraceuticals, and energy, noting that while promising methods exist, several niche areas lack sufficient research on a global scale.

This study found that oil extracted from Prinsepia utilis seeds is physicochemically stable and suitable for use in manufacturing ketoconazole soap, which met quality control standards and may provide a cost-effective alternative to expensive additives in cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.

This study evaluated Humulus lupulus (hops) extract in cosmetic formulations and found it to maintain antioxidant and anti-irritant properties, reducing erythema by 10% after three weeks of use, supporting its potential for skin health improvement in plant-based cosmetics.

In this study, researchers developed a novel platform for discovering potential hair loss inhibitors by investigating the testosterone/dihydrotestosterone biosynthetic pathway and its regulation through biochemical mechanisms involving 17β-HSD and 3β-HSD, combined with medicinal plant extracts.

This study found that encapsulating tamarillo polyphenols in cubosome nanoparticles protected them during digestion and enhanced the nutritional and antioxidant properties of yoghurt when used as a delivery system.

This paper discusses strategies for creating sustainable cosmetic emulsions, highlighting the use of food waste, fermentation processes, and low-energy emulsification methods to minimize carbon footprint while preserving the bioactive properties of raw materials.

This review examines the potential of Cucurbitaceae seeds, such as those from watermelon, melon, and pumpkin, as sustainable and innovative ingredients in cosmetics, highlighting their rich bioactive composition and benefits for skin and hair, despite challenges like environmental instability and low permeability.

This review highlights that while scientific validation supports the traditional use of Musa paradisiaca (plantain) primarily for physiological conditions, data on its antiviral and in vivo antimicrobial efficacy is limited, yet its constituent compounds indicate potential for further drug development research.

This study developed a protocol for callus induction and found that certain hormone concentrations enhance the production of flavonoids, phenols, and terpenes in Bituminaria bituminosa.

This study reviewed the use of essential oils in cosmetics and highlighted that while chamomile, rosemary, and geranium oils can be applied directly to the skin when diluted, most essential oils require caution due to potential dermatological reactions.

This study found that PGA-4HGF nanoparticles enhanced hair growth in mice more effectively than 4HGF alone by increasing anagen phase duration and dermal papilla cell proliferation.

In this study, phytochemical analysis and molecular docking suggested that bioactive compounds in several Ayurvedic herbs may interact persistently with hair growth and antifungal protein targets, indicating potential as plant-based treatments for dandruff and hair loss.

This study describes the creation of a herbal hair oil using natural ingredients like curry leaves and hibiscus and found that the F1 oil formulation effectively reduces hair fall, removes dandruff, improves scalp blood flow, prevents early graying, and combats fungal infections.

In this study, researchers developed an herbal hair tonic using ingredients like coconut oil, aloe vera, and neem, and evaluated its antibacterial, antifungal, and hair strength-enhancing properties, though specific results are not reported.

In this study, researchers prepared a herbal hair tonic using virgin coconut oil and nine herbs, evaluating its antibacterial, antifungal activities, and benefits for hair strength, with variations in ingredient concentrations and analyses for consistency and appearance.

This study describes the development of a herbal oil formulated to promote hair growth, incorporating various herbs such as Murraya koenigii and Panax ginseng, and assesses its properties including viscosity and pH levels.

This study concluded that freeze-dried and natural forms of a hair growth promoter derived from traditional recipes have mostly similar chemical constituents.

This review reports that natural compounds show promise in slowing skin photoaging by targeting cellular pathways in keratinocytes and fibroblasts. However, comprehensive clinical studies are needed to verify their efficacy and safety.

In this review, researchers evaluated 111 studies on the biological activities and phytochemical components of the plant Tridax procumbens, emphasizing its ethnobotanical potential and the need for more research to understand its therapeutic benefits, especially in its native tropical regions.

This review summarizes the chemical composition and pharmacological properties of Teak (Tectona grandis) but presents no new research findings, emphasizing its use in traditional medicine and therapeutic potentials.

This review discusses advancements in plant cell culture technology for producing potent natural cosmetic ingredients and reports no new experimental results.

This review discusses the therapeutic and pharmacological potential of total glucosides of paeony in dermatological treatment and notes the need for more rigorous scientific studies.

In this study, rice water was reviewed as a cosmetic ingredient, highlighting its safety, stability, and possible benefits such as anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects, as well as improvements in hair growth and skin hydration.

This study found that linseed oil, rich in flavonoids and terpenoids, significantly improved burn wound healing in terms of faster contraction, reduced inflammation, and enhanced tissue regeneration compared to other treatments, without adverse effects.

This study examined the preservative and antimicrobial susceptibility of non-fermenting bacilli collected from beauty salon waste in Brazil.

This study concluded that shampoos sold in pharmacies generally contain fewer regulated allergens under EU law compared to those sold in mass-market stores or by mail order, and pharmacy-sold baby shampoos were allergen-free.