30 citations,
May 2016 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” New treatments targeting immune pathways show promise for severe hair loss but need more research for safety and effectiveness.
May 2022 in “Gastroenterology” Targeting NETs may help reduce fibrosis in Crohn's disease.
January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.
25 citations,
April 2012 in “Acta Biomaterialia” Using certain small proteins with a growth factor and specific materials can increase the creation of neurons from stem cells.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Gene therapy in mice increased lifespan and improved health without causing cancer.
May 2021 in “Journal of Advances in Internal Medicine” A 13-year-old with 46 XY DSD had ambiguous genitalia due to incomplete masculinization.
46 citations,
August 2003 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Phosphatidic acid may help hair grow by affecting cell growth pathways.
1 citations,
March 2021 in “Phytomedicine plus” Cernitin™, a pollen extract, was found to significantly reduce pain and inflammation in rats with chronic prostatitis, suggesting it could be a useful alternative to certain anti-inflammatory drugs.
August 2024 in “Bioorganic Chemistry” Cedrol from ginger can promote hair growth when taken orally.
36 citations,
December 2002 in “Experimental dermatology” Barley extract, specifically procyanidin B-3, can promote hair growth and counteract growth inhibition.
26 citations,
November 2002 in “Planta medica” Extracts from Cercidiphyllum japonicum wood can stimulate mouse hair cell growth like common hair growth treatments.
9 citations,
January 2021 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” Astaxanthin may improve health by reducing inflammation, stress, and cholesterol, and by enhancing skin health and sports performance.
6 citations,
July 2022 in “World journal of stem cells” Using extracellular vesicles from stem cells can help hair grow by affecting scalp cells and hair follicles.
2 citations,
November 2018 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Chamomile extract can protect hair from damage caused by light.
Ganoderma lucidum extract promotes hair growth in bald rats, with higher doses producing better results, similar to the effects of Minoxidil 2%.
January 2022 in “Healthy Tadulako Journal” Both extraction methods result in similar physical stability for the hair tonic.
August 2021 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Plant extracts in shampoo improved hair thickness and density in men with hair loss.
22 citations,
January 2011 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” Cow placenta extract may help hair grow by increasing a growth factor but is less effective than minoxidil.
4 citations,
September 2017 in “International research journal of pharmacy” Banana bract extract might treat bacterial infections and help reduce waste.
December 2024 in “Animals” Tithonia diversifolia extract improved digestion but didn't enhance lamb growth.
May 2024 in “Academia Open” High doses of white turi flower extract increase sodium and potassium levels in rat kidneys.
January 2018 in “Journal of Cleft Lip Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies” The FUE technique can effectively restore moustaches in patients with cleft lips and alopecia, with few complications.
51 citations,
August 2012 in “Differentiation” Mouse genital development depends on male or female hormones for specific features.
5 citations,
September 2013 in “BMB Reports” BMPR1a-ECD reduces wrinkles much more effectively than retinoic acid.
February 2020 in “International research journal of pharmacy” The emulsion made from tea plant and onion extracts shows promise for treating hair loss.
7 citations,
January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks” Shampoos clean hair mainly with surfactants and have added ingredients for extra benefits.
December 2021 in “Jurnal ilmiah Manuntung” The best hair growth results were achieved with a hair tonic containing 5% gotu kola extract and 0.04% garlic extract.
1 citations,
July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The new triangular flag-shaped design for incisions in hair transplant surgery provides better hair alignment and cosmetic appearance without extra scarring, especially for patients with specific hair directions.
11 citations,
January 2015 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” Eating collagen peptides may help with skin and hair growth.
69 citations,
December 2015 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Nanocapsules can improve clobetasol delivery to hair follicles, reducing side effects.