July 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” In this study, cepharanthine showed potent antiviral effects against tick-borne encephalitis virus in vitro by reducing viral replication and inflammation in human lung and neuroblastoma cells.
25 citations
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July 2004 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that water-soluble extracts of Illicium anisatum promoted hair follicle elongation in cultured mouse vibrissae, suggesting potential use in hair growth products.
October 2025 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” In this study, cetirizine hydrochloride was formulated into niosomal and cubosomal gels, showing potential for off-label use in treating androgenic alopecia due to effective skin permeation and acceptable safety profiles; cubosomal gels exhibited superior permeation compared to niosomal gels.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This article discusses the composition and benefits of multivitamin gummies, emphasizing their palatability and potential health effects, but reports no new clinical findings.
17 citations
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June 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study observed that mice with a Cx43 mutation exhibited slower and asynchronous hair regrowth with severe cuticle weathering, mimicking aspects of hair phenotype in some ODDD patients.
April 2023 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific and Technical Research” In this study, researchers observed that Indian head cactus extract significantly increased the proliferation of human follicle dermal papilla cells and induced the expression of hair growth-related genes, suggesting its potential as a new therapy for promoting hair growth.
99 citations
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August 1998 in “Pain” This study found that blocking GABA(A) receptors in cat dorsal horn neurons increased evoked activity and background discharge, highlighting differences in inhibitory control systems compared to glycine receptors.
This study found that a food supplement containing L-cystine, pantothenic acid, biotin, and millet extract significantly improved hair density and beauty parameters in healthy Japanese women with light diffuse hair loss after three months.
September 2018 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences” This study quantitatively determined zinc concentrations in several leafy vegetables from Tudun Wada-Makera, finding that Amaranthus tricolor had the highest zinc concentration and Brassica olaracea the lowest.
August 2025 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” This study found that mint leaf and Aloe vera serum together significantly reduced CDK1 expression, which may help prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia in rats, although only mint serum alone reduced CDC25 expression.
This study found that a 10% hibiscus leaf extract hair tonic demonstrated better hair growth activity than 2% minoxidil in rabbits but caused eye irritation.
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January 2016 This study concluded that replacing the synthetic dye Sunset Yellow with curcumin as a colorant in foods may avoid cytotoxic and genotoxic effects observed in mice.
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January 2024 in “Food Science and Technology Research” In this study, researchers evaluated the hair growth-promoting effects of strawberry water-extract on human follicle dermal papilla cells and found it enhanced cell metabolism, though it did not significantly alter hair growth-related gene expression.
February 2024 in “Jurnal Sains dan Kesehatan” This study examined the antibacterial activity of Sansevieria trifasciata Prain. extracts and its ethyl acetate fractions, finding that both the extract and 40% fraction significantly inhibited bacterial growth, showing potential akin to ciprofloxacin in inhibiting S. aureus, E. coli, and P. aeruginosa.
4 citations
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February 2018 in “Jurnal teknologi” This study found that Kaempferia galanga ethanolic extract has potential as an antifungal agent in an oil-in-water cream formulation, exhibiting stable physicochemical properties in laboratory tests.
March 2025 in “Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering B” This study analyzed soil, water, and carrot samples in Vietnam, and found that organic farming can reduce heavy metal levels in carrots compared to conventional methods, potentially improving their nutritional safety.
February 2023 in “PLOS ONE” In this study, Caizhixuan hair tonic was found to promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia mice by regulating the PI3K/Akt and apoptosis pathways.
5 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of oceanology and limnology (Online)” This study found that adding 7% Ecklonia cava extract to oxidative hair dyes significantly reduced their cytotoxicity and oxidative stress without affecting color performance.
May 2023 in “Tạp chí Y Dược học Cần Thơ” In this study, researchers assessed the effects of a shampoo containing pomelo peel essential oil and Bồ Kết on hair growth in shaved white mice, finding it promoted faster, longer, and denser hair growth compared to untreated mice.
9 citations
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June 2022 in “Plants” This study found that shallot extract may promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia by reducing inflammation and modulating gene expression related to key hair growth pathways.
January 2024 in “Forte Journal” This study found that formula 4 of the citronella and coconut oil combination promoted rabbit hair growth comparably to the positive control.
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study found that Bokusoku extract and its compound pentagalloyl glucose inhibited testosterone metabolism and sebum synthesis, suggesting potential therapeutic use for androgen-related acne.
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December 2021 in “Journal of medicinal plants” This review discusses the diverse bioactivities and potential applications of Halocnemum strobilaceum but reports no new experimental findings.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated the effectiveness of three formulated hair conditioners—Herbal, Synthetic, and Ayurvedic—using organoleptic and physicochemical tests like pH, Dirt Dispersion, and Stability, with the main aim to develop a product that meets user compliance and desired hair care effects.
August 2024 in “PLoS ONE” This study reported that rosemary is widely used among Jordanians for various purposes, such as improving hair condition and addressing gastrointestinal issues, with younger participants showing higher knowledge about its benefits and uses.
December 2023 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that Cyanidin-3-O-glucoside and Vitisin A were able to penetrate mouse skin and improve issues related to hair follicle miniaturization and apoptosis in androgenetic alopecia, suggesting these compounds as potential alternative treatments for hair loss.
5 citations
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November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” This study found that water fractions of Angiopteris evecta stimulated hair growth in male rabbits, suggesting potential alopecia treatment benefits pending further research in humans.
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January 1989 in “Journal of Small Animal Practice” This study reports an abnormal onion-shaped swelling on the hair shafts of some Abyssinian cats, affecting the appearance of their coat, though skin and hair structures appear normal under the microscope.
April 2012 in “한국생물공학회 학술대회” 20 citations
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December 2012 in “Journal of molecular structure” This study found that at pH 9.0, CYS penetrated less and caused less damage to virgin human hair than TG because it barely reached the cortex region.