May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal antidandruff shampoo using medicinal plant extracts and found it exhibited significant antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, including activity against bacteria and fungi linked to scalp infections, suggesting it as a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
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April 2022 in “South African journal of botany” This study found significant chemical variability and heavy metal contamination in commercial chrysanthemum flower products from different geographic origins, highlighting the need for stricter quality control and regulations.
This study found that bitter melon leaf extract, particularly at a 10% concentration, promoted hair growth in male rabbits, outperforming the effect of a 2% minoxidil solution.
16 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This review examines the long-standing use of "Dictamnus" in traditional medicine, highlighting the promising potential of D. albus and D. hispanicus as herbal drug candidates, but presents no new experimental findings.
April 2025 in “Mutiara Jurnal Penelitian dan Karya Ilmiah” In this study of Beauty and Aesthetics students, researchers found that using a hair tonic made from Green Spinach Leaves significantly reduced hair loss when applied weekly, compared to a control, but no significant difference was observed when increasing application to twice weekly.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that the polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo formulated from medicinal plants like Azadirachta indica and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis demonstrated significant antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, including effects against dandruff-causing microorganisms, suggesting it could be a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
April 2023 in “Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia” In this study using New Zealand White rabbits, a nanoemulsion combining candlenut oil and celery powder improved hair growth over 28 days, showing greater hair weight and thickness than both positive and negative controls, suggesting potential as an alopecia treatment.
9 citations
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June 2014 in “Nutrition and Cancer” This study found that hydro-alcoholic Eclipta alba extract may have anticancer and multidrug resistance-reversal effects in animal models, suggesting potential as an adjunctive agent in tumor chemotherapy.
This study found that a hair mask made from bitter gourd effectively reduced hair loss and dandruff among participants, though the authors note the need for clinical trials and durability tests for further validation.
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January 2013 in “Spatula DD - Peer Reviewed Journal on Complementary Medicine and Drug Discovery” This study found that a polyherbal formulation of Trigonella foenum-graecum and Butea monosperma significantly promoted hair growth and reduced DHT levels in a chemotherapy-induced alopecia model.
July 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review highlights the diverse potential medicinal properties of kavalactones from Alpinia zerumbet, which include antioxidant, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory activities, among others, and suggests fields for further research.
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February 2015 in “Scientific Research and Essays” This study found that S. rautanenii bark extract has an anti-proliferative effect on D. dorotocephala, suggesting it may have potential anticancer properties when evaluated using inexpensive planaria assays.
March 2026 in “Molecules” This review reports that Dang Gui (Radix Angelica sinensis) possesses bidirectional immunoregulatory effects, enhancing immune cell proliferation and function, and may benefit immune-related diseases such as cancer and anemia. It also evaluates regulatory and safety aspects, aiming to guide future research and clinical use.
January 2025 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study found that external application of DGD activates the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, promoting hair follicle anagen phase entry, and is a more effective and safer treatment for androgenetic alopecia in mice compared to oral administration.
26 citations
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October 2018 in “International journal of osteoarchaeology” This study found evidence of fern consumption in the medieval population of the Balearic Islands by identifying fern sporangium annuli in dental calculus, suggesting potential medicinal usage.
June 2022 in “Jurnal Health Sains” This review discusses plant-based alternatives for hair tonic formulations to address hair loss and contains no new clinical results, advocating for plant extracts as safer options than synthetic ingredients.
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April 2023 in “Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology” This study suggests that a hair dye formulated with nano-sized Calendula Officinalis extract can effectively color white hair and lighten black hair, offering an alternative to synthetic dyes.
July 2018 in “Media Informasi” This study found that a 3:2 combination of pandan leaf and mother-in-law's tongue extracts in hair tonic showed similar hair growth activity as 5% minoxidil after three weeks.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review compiles existing knowledge on the traditional uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities of Eclipta alba, a plant with potential health benefits traditionally used in Ayurveda and other healing systems, encouraging further exploration of its therapeutic potential.
March 2021 in “International journal for research in applied science and engineering technology” In this study, researchers explored the use of natural herbal hair dyes made from tannin-producing plants like henna and pomegranate, reporting that these dyes can permanently color hair without causing damage or irritation, unlike synthetic dyes.
June 2025 in “American Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering” This study examined the environment and quality of carrots grown in Vietnam, finding that organically grown carrots had lower levels of harmful heavy metals than traditional methods, suggesting organic farming can yield safer, higher-quality carrots.
March 2026 in “Jurnal Ilmiah Ibnu Sina (JIIS) Ilmu Farmasi dan Kesehatan” In this in vitro study, the researchers found that garden balsam leaf extract serum showed no antifungal inhibition against Candida albicans, while the positive control, a 2% ketoconazole shampoo, demonstrated a strong effect.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This research focused on Eclipta prostrata, revealing unique anatomical features and bioactive compounds such as alkaloids and flavonoids that can aid in reliable identification and quality control of this medicinal herb, commonly used for hair growth and liver health.
10 citations
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December 2019 in “International journal of medicinal chemistry” In this study, researchers found that flavonoid glycosides extracted from Dicerocaryum senecioides leaves significantly promoted hair growth in BalB/c mice, with the shortest hair growth completion time of 19 days compared to the control's 29 days, and dose-dependent results.
25 citations
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August 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study suggests that an extract from Malva verticillata seeds could help treat hair loss by modulating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway in cultured human dermal papilla cells.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study examined the formulation of an oil derived from Alkanna tinctoria roots, traditionally used for hair health, and discusses its potential benefits for controlling hair loss, baldness, and premature greying, while promoting hair growth.
In a study on female Wistar rats, researchers found that a hair tonic containing a 7.5%:2% combination of talok and pare leaf extracts increased hair growth comparable to minoxidil, showing similar efficacy in promoting hair growth without significant statistical difference.
November 2025 in “Essential Chem” In this study, Eclipta alba extract showed potential for hair regrowth by increasing the proliferative activity of human dermal papilla cells by 45% in vitro, with evidence suggesting activation of the Wnt signaling pathway.
65 citations
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April 2021 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” This review discusses the traditional uses and pharmacologically active compounds of 22 Dendrobium species for dermatological disorders but reports no new results, highlighting the need for further research.
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.