44 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal of Food Science” This study optimized conditions for extracting saponins from Eclipta prostrata, achieving maximum yield with specific ethanol concentration, time, temperature, and liquid/solid ratio.
31 citations
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World JOURNAL” This study found that the water extract of Eclipta prostrata L. may protect skin cells against UVB-induced damage, likely due to its antioxidant properties and absorption of UVA and UVB radiation.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” This study found that the alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba exhibited dose-dependent antianaphylactic effects in animal models, possibly due to membrane stabilization and reduced histamine release.
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.
9 citations
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January 2009 in “International Journal of PharmTech Research” This study found that a herbal oil formulation containing Eclipta alba, Hibiscus rosa sinensis, and Nardostachys jatamansi showed better hair growth effects in wister albino rats compared to 2% minoxidil.
8 citations
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January 2014 in “BioMed Research International” This study reported that among three plant extracts tested for hair growth on nude mice, Eclipta alba significantly increased hair density and length, unlike Asiasari radix and Panax ginseng.
8 citations
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January 2011 This study observed that a polyherbal ointment containing extracts from several plants promoted significant hair growth in rats compared to using single plant extracts.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” This study suggests that Eclipta prostrata may promote hair growth in mice and human dermal papilla cells through regulating FGF-7 and mTOR signaling.
6 citations
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December 2020 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that certain fatty acids and triterpenoid-glycosides from Eclipta prostrata L. leaves exhibit potent inhibitory effects on the protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B enzyme, suggesting potential anti-diabetic and anti-obesity benefits.
6 citations
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March 2014 in “Herba Polonica” This article reviews treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting potential uses of plant materials, but reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of analytical & bioanalytical techniques” This study evaluated a hair growth gel with Hibiscus rosa sinensis, Eclipta alba, and Solanum nigrum extracts, demonstrating consistent homogeneity, 5 α-reductase inhibitory activity, and no skin irritation.
3 citations
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July 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutical chemistry and analysis” This review examines the role of medicinal plants in treating hair problems like baldness and dandruff, but it reports no new clinical results and emphasizes nutritional benefits from various herbal ingredients.
3 citations
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November 2020 in “Phyton-international Journal of Experimental Botany” This review discusses the potential therapeutic applications of wedelolactone, a compound in Eclipta prostrata, for various chronic human diseases and reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review discusses factors affecting hair health, types of alopecia, and the potential of phytochemicals in managing hair loss but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for further studies.
2 citations
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February 2019 in “JOJ dermatology & cosmetics” The study found that Anagen grow, a herbal serum, promotes hair growth elongation and may inhibit the alpha reductase enzyme, suggesting it as a safe, effective alternative to finasteride and beneficial alongside minoxidil for reducing scalp dryness.
1 citations
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March 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” This review found that Seenthil Chooranam, a traditional Siddha formulation, has potential therapeutic benefits for various diseases due to its pharmacological properties and bioactive compounds, though further research is needed to confirm its safety and clinical effectiveness.
1 citations
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May 2024 in “Tạp chí Nghiên cứu Y học” In this study, researchers observed that extract from Eclipta prostrata significantly stimulated hair growth and increased hair length in Wistar rats, which had inhibited hair growth induced by cyclophosphamide, compared to the control model.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” This source reviews various herbal remedies for treating hair loss, highlighting their potential benefits and reduced side effects compared to synthetic treatments, which often do not deliver lasting results and can cause adverse reactions.
1 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of pharmacology & clinical research” This study found that topical gel formulations containing extracts of Eclipta alba and Lippia nodiflora significantly increased hair growth in black mice over 30 days, with a combination of both extracts showing greater effectiveness than either alone.
August 2026 in “Tạp chí Dược liệu” In this study, Curcuma longa, Eclipta prostrata, and Pogostemon cablin extracts were found to significantly promote human dermal papilla cell proliferation, while Chrysanthemum indicum and Eclipta prostrata exhibited strong antioxidant activities, indicating their potential for hair growth-promoting formulations.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” This study investigated the development of a polyherbal cosmeceutical serum containing extracts from five herbal drugs as a potentially safer treatment for alopecia areata, assessing its properties and stability.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Innovation.” This study concluded that the formulated herbal hair oils, tailored for different hair types, are safe, stable, and effective, potentially improving scalp health and promoting hair growth without harmful side effects.
July 2026 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” This review highlights the therapeutic potential of medicinal plants, such as Eclipta alba and Ginkgo biloba, for managing alopecia through various molecular mechanisms, but stresses the need for further clinical trials to confirm their safety and efficacy as alternatives to synthetic treatments.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated an herbal hair dye using the medicinal herb Eclipta alba and other natural ingredients, finding it provided satisfactory coloring effects, conditioning benefits, stability, and safety, which supports its potential as a natural alternative to synthetic hair dyes.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated a herbal hair dye using Eclipta alba and evaluated it for various parameters, finding it provided satisfactory coloring, conditioning, and stability without irritation, supporting its potential as a safer alternative to synthetic dyes.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a herbal hair serum formulated with Phyllanthus emblica, Murraya koenigii, Eclipta alba, and Mangifera indica in sesame oil showed promising antioxidant properties and scalp protection, potentially delaying premature hair greying.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated a herbal hair serum with ingredients like Phyllanthus emblica and Murraya koenigii that showed promising antioxidant and scalp-protective properties, potentially helping to delay premature hair greying. The serum demonstrated acceptable physicochemical properties, lacked skin irritation effects, and exhibited effective radical scavenging activity.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This review explores the potential of herbal therapies and modern delivery methods for managing premature hair greying, highlighting promising plant-based treatments and emphasizing the need for clinical trials to validate their effectiveness.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair growth oil using botanical substances and base oils like coconut and castor oil, finding it to be stable, non-irritating, and suggesting potential hair-growing properties through mechanisms such as scalp blood flow improvement and anti-inflammatory effects.
This study developed a natural herbal hair dye powder using Eclipta prostrata, Nigella sativa, and Aloe Vera, which offers safe and environmentally friendly hair coloring while avoiding harmful effects associated with conventional dyes.