44 citations,
March 2020 in “Antibiotics” Rosemary extracts with carnosic acid and carnosol can reduce the harmfulness of Staphylococcus aureus without stopping its growth.
75 citations,
June 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Costunolide may have multiple health benefits, including promoting hair growth and protecting against cancer and diabetes, but more research is needed.
42 citations,
February 1998 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” PNU 157706 is a more effective treatment than finasteride for conditions caused by DHT, like enlarged prostate and hair loss.
16 citations,
June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
A 15% clove leaf extract shampoo promotes hair growth but is less effective than minoxidil.
January 2024 in “Biochemistry Research International” Compounds from Ziziphus spina-christi roots show strong antibacterial and antioxidant potential.
14 citations,
February 1994 in “Tetrahedron Letters” Adding cerium(III) chloride to Grignard reagents improves the making of compounds that could treat prostate issues and hair loss.
41 citations,
January 2007 in “Journal of Korean Medical Science” Minoxidil and ATRA together boost hair growth more effectively than minoxidil alone.
March 2024 in “Journal of integral sciences” Rosemary oil may promote hair growth and is a natural alternative to minoxidil.
Caffeine in Alpecin shampoo may help prolong hair root activity and reduce hair loss.
6 citations,
May 2020 in “Nutrients” Eating fewer calories may slow skin aging and improve skin health through various biological changes.
20 citations,
February 2017 in “European journal of pharmaceutical sciences” The MPA-ISO cocrystal improved solubility and dissolution rate, while the others did not.
9 citations,
May 2021 in “Molecules” New indole-based compounds, particularly cemtirestat, show promise as dual-function drugs for diabetic complications.
15 citations,
November 2017 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Certain extracts from Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. and germacrone can boost the skin's absorption of minoxidil, a hair growth promoter, making it more effective.
August 2013 in “Nature Reviews Drug Discovery” A protein called FGF9 helps regenerate hair follicles in mice after skin damage, and increasing FGF9 could potentially help human hair growth.
6 citations,
August 2014 in “Spectroscopy Letters” The analysis shows where minoxidil's atoms are likely to react and describes its electronic transitions and behavior with temperature changes.
23 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Oleo Science” Supercritical CO2 extraction makes rice bran oil healthier and safer than traditional methods.
August 2013 in “Nature Reviews Drug Discovery” New treatments for cancer and skin disorders show promise in disrupting harmful cell interactions and promoting hair growth.
27 citations,
February 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” New compounds were found to help increase hair growth and decrease hair loss.
6 citations,
June 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Honokiol from Magnolia plants may be beneficial for treating various skin conditions and promoting hair growth.
5 citations,
July 2003 in “Drug Development Research” Fluridil promotes hair growth safely and effectively for androgenetic alopecia.
August 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Amarantha hair oil contains β-sitosterol, which helps promote hair growth.
14 citations,
June 2021 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” New patents show progress in developing drugs targeting the Wnt pathway for diseases like cancer and hair loss.
194 citations,
November 2006 in “Science” A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes hair loss and growth defects.
Cocor Bebek leaf extract may promote hair growth better than minoxidil at high concentrations.
16 citations,
October 2013 in “Irish Veterinary Journal” Oral feline interferon-omega improved symptoms in diabetic cats with gingivostomatitis.
August 2013 in “Nature Reviews Drug Discovery” New cancer treatments show promise in reducing tumor growth and improving skin regeneration in mice.
January 2014 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
67 citations,
May 2013 in “Therapeutic drug monitoring” Wait 4-5 weeks after drug use before hair testing and cut hair into three segments to confirm single drug exposure.
3 citations,
August 2012 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” A man with a birthmark on his scalp developed hair loss that improved with treatment, but the link between the birthmark and hair loss was unclear.