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November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, a topical application of Lotus corniculatus seed extract significantly reduced sebum production and skin oiliness in humans through inhibition of lipid synthesis pathways.
This study assessed genetic variability and combining ability in winter squash for various traits related to yield and plant architecture, finding significant variability in eight traits and highlighting specific parents and hybrid combinations as promising for breeding programs focused on oil production.
December 2024 in “Ankara Universitesi Eczacilik Fakultesi Dergisi” This review highlights Nigella sativa L. (black cumin) as a plant with numerous health benefits, noting its rich nutritional profile and reported therapeutic effects such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, identified through various in vitro, in vivo, and clinical research studies.
In this study, a gel formulation with Fenugreek seed extract demonstrated beneficial effects in reducing hair splitting among patients compared to placebo.
July 2025 in “Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering” This study found that Camellia japonica seed extract promotes hair growth by preventing premature cellular senescence and enhancing the activity of hair follicle stem cells in cases of pattern hair loss.
December 2022 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that compounds extracted from Cucurbita maxima seeds at 50 °C for 2 hours demonstrated significant binding affinities against breast cancer-related proteins, suggesting potential anticancer activity needing further in vitro and in vivo evaluation.
May 2024 in “ShodhKosh Journal of Visual and Performing Arts” This study highlights the numerous health benefits of chia seeds, including their rich nutrient profile, cardiovascular protection, digestive support, and potential cognitive and athletic performance enhancements, making them a versatile and powerful functional food for modern diets.
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November 2015 in “Research Journal of Medicinal Plant” This study found that ethanolic, aqueous, and hydroethanolic extracts of Tridax procumbens inhibited mitosis and caused mutagenic effects on cell division in Allium cepa root meristematic cells.
January 2024 in “Tropical journal of pharmaceutical research” This study found that extracts from Cirsium japonicum var. spinossimum seeds are rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, demonstrating significant anti-inflammatory and cell proliferation effects in specific cell models, suggesting potential as a source for anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.
August 2026 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” This study found that hydroalcoholic extracts of Trigonella foenum-graecum L. seeds were rich in bioactive phytochemicals and demonstrated potential therapeutic properties against dandruff, alopecia, and oxidative stress through molecular docking analysis of key constituents such as diosgenin, kaempferol, and quercetin.
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March 2012 in “Zhongxiyi jiehe xuebao” This review discusses the pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and medicinal uses of Cuscuta reflexa but reports no new experimental results.
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December 2021 in “Pakistan biomedical journal” This review explores the effectiveness of seed cycling, a modern alternative medicine approach, in treating polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical results.
In this animal study, treatment with Trachyspermum copticum seed extract significantly altered IL-1 and KGF/FGF-7 gene expression, improving dermatitis and hair growth in mice compared to controls and corticosteroids.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmacology” This study explored a method using deep solvents in the presence of ultrasound to efficiently extract lignans from flax seeds, aiming to maximize their health benefits like hormonal balance and reduced cancer risk, while minimizing toxicity.
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November 2013 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology (Print)” This study suggests that Ecklonia cava, particularly its component dioxinodehydroeckol, may promote hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla and outer root sheath cell activity in culture and mice models.
4 citations
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January 2020
April 2021 in “Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research” This study found that citron seed oil promotes hair regrowth in a C57BL/6 mouse model by enhancing the transition to the growth phase, increasing hair follicle features and skin thickness, and inducing specific protein expressions that support hair regeneration.
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November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this laboratory study, Camellia japonica fruit shell extract showed potential to mitigate hair loss by promoting hair cell growth and reducing harmful effects of DHT and oxidative stress.
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.
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August 2025 in “Seeds” 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.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” This study found that seed oil of Caragana korshinskii demonstrated high antifungal efficacy against Trichophyton mentagrophytes in an in vivo guinea pig model of dermatophytosis.
This study found that a cream containing 20% broad bean extract may reduce axillary hair growth, but only some outcomes were statistically significant compared to placebo.
October 2025 in “Aquaculture” Coconut oil boosts testosterone but doesn't fully trigger reproductive maturity in pufferfish.
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February 2023 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that ISX9 may activate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway and holds potential as a therapeutic agent for treating alopecia.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review article summarizes the phytochemistry, preparation methods, applications, and potential therapeutic benefits of fenugreek-based hair oil, suggesting its use as a natural remedy for hair growth, scalp health, and conditioning, while also noting its safety and future potential in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review outlines the phytochemistry, preparation methods, and potential therapeutic benefits of fenugreek-based hair oil, suggesting its use for hair growth and scalp health, while emphasizing its safety and future prospects in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
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January 2020 in “Indo global journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This article reviews the traditional uses of Citrullus colocynthis for various conditions like cancer and jaundice but reports no new clinical results, underscoring its role in folk medicine.
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January 2009 in “OpenSIUC (Southern Illinois University Carbondale)” This study found that extracts from Calotropis gigantea and Tridax procumbens individually demonstrated greater anti-inflammatory activity than Ibuprofen in a carrageenin-induced paw edema model.
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March 2024 in “Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria” This study synthesized existing research on 11 tropical seed varieties, underscoring their potential in food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries due to their phytochemicals and nutrients, such as phenolics and vitamins, which could reduce waste and support sustainable practices.
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October 2013 in “EFSA Journal” The EFSA panel concluded that coriander seed oil is safe for use as a novel food ingredient at the proposed intake levels for healthy adults.