September 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, overweight women with polycystic ovarian syndrome who took evening primrose oil for 10 weeks experienced significant reductions in BMI, LDL, and total cholesterol levels, alongside hormonal changes such as decreased LH, FSH, and testosterone levels, and increased estrogen.
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May 1985 in “British journal of nutrition” This study found that in genetically diabetic mice, supplementation with safflower or evening primrose oil prevented the decrease in certain fatty acids and improved skin conditions, but increased plasma glucose levels.
This review highlights that certain plant species, like Glycyrrhiza inflata and rosemary, show potential in treating skin diseases such as rosacea and alopecia, but emphasizes the need for more clinical studies to validate these findings.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” This review discusses traditional and complementary medicine practices for skin health, examining existing literature and emphasizing the challenge of conducting research in these areas, without providing new clinical results.
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” This review explores herbal medications for skin disorders, covering their clinical efficacy, safety, and common drug interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
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February 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” This review discusses herbal therapies for dermatologic disorders, focusing on those with scientific evidence of efficacy and common interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” This article reviews the skin and hair changes associated with menopause due to hormonal shifts and reports no new clinical results.
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” This study assessed the antioxidant properties and contents of carotenoids and chlorophylls in 10 plant oils, finding fenugreek seed oil to be highest in carotenoids and pomegranate oil most active against free radicals, highlighting their potential as natural materials with antioxidant benefits.
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January 2023 in “Medical Journal of Babylon” This clinical trial found that hemp seed oil may be a promising treatment for localized alopecia areata, with notable hair regrowth observed in some patients after eight weeks of use.
March 2025 in “INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH & MEDICAL RESEARCH” In this source, the therapeutic potential of jojoba and wheat germ oils is discussed, with a focus on their antimicrobial effects. The article also highlights their various uses in treating skin conditions, supporting body functions, and enhancing overall health.
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December 2021 in “Cosmetics” This literature review discusses recent advances in using essential oils and their components in cosmetic products, highlighting their diverse benefits and challenges in formulation due to varying chemical profiles, as well as addressing safety considerations for these natural ingredients.
This study explored Black Sea shark liver oil-based emulgels, finding that the addition of borage oil (Gel 2) enhanced the anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties compared to shark liver oil alone (Gel 1) and a reference diclofenac gel, suggesting promising eco-friendly applications in dermatocosmetics.
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June 2016 in “FEBS open bio” This study reports that topical fish oil treatment in GsdmA3 Dfl/+ mice increased cellular proliferation and macrophages but did not affect COX-2 expression related to psoriasis-like skin changes.
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January 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This review highlights the use of natural products in cosmetic-containing herbals for skin and hair care but reports no new clinical results, calling attention to their claimed curative properties and minimal side effects.
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August 2020 in “PubMed” This review discusses the absence of clinical trials on natural ingredients for managing Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia and highlights a need for more research.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review suggests that linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid, may have various beneficial effects on skin health and hair growth through diverse biological activities observed in animal or skin cell models.
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May 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Alopecia Areata affects 2% globally, with treatments like essential oils, garlic, and JAK inhibitors showing promise, but more research is needed.
October 1993 in “Proceedings of The Nutrition Society” Dietary choices, especially fat type, can influence health.
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August 2004 in “Alternative & complementary therapies” Non-drug methods like diet, supplements, and aromatherapy can help manage hair loss and its emotional impact.
April 2024 in “Medical & clinical research” This study reviews the range of both conventional and unconventional treatments for Alopecia Areata, highlighting the promise of biological therapies like JAK inhibitors, but notes more research is needed to optimize treatment effectiveness and personalization.
January 2002 in “Journal of Toxicology-cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Botanical extracts are increasingly important in cosmetics and drugs for their effectiveness and safety, backed by traditional use and scientific evidence.
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January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review discusses the potential role of oxidative stress in hair graying and age-related alopecia, emphasizing the need for new strategies to counteract these effects, but reports no new results.
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March 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article describes the development and validation of a standardized instrument for measuring skin involvement in cutaneous lupus erythematosus, aiming to aid future clinical research and trials.
17 citations
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February 2015 in “Phytochemistry Reviews” This review discusses the cosmetic potential of Southeast Asian herbs and highlights the need for more systematic scientific evaluation of their efficacy and safety.
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November 2000 in “Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association” This review discusses the perimenopause, its symptoms, and management options, emphasizing the role of pharmacists in educating and advising women on treatment strategies and preventive health measures, but it reports no new results.
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February 2015 in “Han-gug chugsan sigpum hag-hoeji/Korean journal for food science of animal resources” This study concludes that egg shell membrane hydrolysates, particularly Fraction I, may effectively mitigate UV-B radiation-induced wrinkles and promote skin collagen and hyaluronic acid production, suggesting potential use in functional cosmetics.
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July 1995 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice” This review discusses causes of hair loss in cats, highlighting self-inflicted trauma due to flea allergy dermatitis, and presents no new clinical findings.
6 citations
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May 2011 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This review discusses the causes of alopecia, including androgenetic alopecia, and potential active ingredients for hair regrowth, but it does not report new clinical results.
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August 2021 in “Cutis” This review examines CAM approaches for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and alopecia areata, providing dermatologists with current insights but includes no new clinical findings.
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December 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study describes three adult dogs with sebaceous gland dysplasia, reporting that two showed moderate to marked improvement in symptoms with treatment, though ongoing management is required as the condition cannot be cured.