June 2023 in “Hanguk ingeurie hakoeji” This study found that consuming a fermented protein mixture for 60 days may increase hair density in healthy adults, although it did not significantly change other scalp or hair conditions like thickness, pore condition, or blood vessel exposure.
In this study, six-week-old male mice showed significantly increased hair regrowth rates and higher expression of hair growth-related factors when treated for 22 days with Lactobacillus strains and fermented Korean berry, suggesting these could be potential promoters of hair growth via gut microbiome regulation.
September 2022 in “International journal of green and herbal chemistry” This study formulated an herbal shampoo using fermented wheat gluten and traditional herbs, which reportedly promotes hair growth, nourishes, and strengthens hair, reducing hair fall.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” In this study, a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and various traditional herbs was found to exhibit good foaming ability, cleansing properties, and was effective in treating hair loss.
June 2018 in “JoLS Journal of Life Sciences” The fermented mixture may help hair growth and has antioxidative benefits.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that fermented mackerel oil increased hair growth by promoting dermal papilla cell proliferation and cell cycle progression through wnt/β-catenin signaling activation in vibrissa follicles.
October 2010 in “한국식품영양과학회 산업심포지움발표집” Fermented Liriope platyphylla helps hair grow in mice with hair loss.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that mackerel fermented fish oil protected human keratinocyte cells from UVB-induced oxidative stress by scavenging free radicals and reducing cellular damage.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Physiology” In this study, a topical cream containing 3% lactic acid ferment lysate (VHProbi ® MixP) was found to significantly reduce sebum, porphyrin levels, and pore size, while increasing hydration and improving skin texture in participants with oily skin over a 60-day period.
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January 1886 This article covers the classification and roles of various microbes, such as those involved in fermentations and environmental processes, but it does not provide new research results.
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January 1886 This document reviews various types of microbes, their roles in fermentation and diseases, and strategies for protection against microbial infections, but presents no new research findings.
This narrative review discusses various microbes associated with fermentation and diseases in plants, animals, and humans, reporting no new research results.
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February 2022 in “Preprints.org” This study found that fermented red ginseng marc alleviated skin lesions, reduced inflammation, and demonstrated antioxidant effects in an AD-like mouse model, suggesting potential therapeutic applications for atopic dermatitis.
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November 2023 In this study, researchers implemented a recommendation algorithm using Melia dubia liquid and fermented rice water to improve nutritional suggestions for women experiencing menstrual issues, achieving an accuracy of 94% in detecting nutritional needs during menstrual cycles.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reported that introducing the TERT and Bmi1 genes into mouse dermal papilla cells resulted in immortal cells capable of inducing new hair follicles in vivo, and human immortal DPCs were also developed.
This study found that a fermented mixture containing Sasa Borealis leaf improved tensile strength and glossiness in hair damaged by heat perm and dyeing, suggesting potential as a cosmetic ingredient.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Certain products and treatments can improve hair health and growth.
January 2017 in “Nutrafoods - International Journal on Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods and Novel Foods” This study found that a dietary supplement containing fermented soy, ornithine, arginine, and Tricovel® Tricoage45+ significantly reduced hair loss and promoted hair growth in menopausal women after 8 to 12 weeks.
This study observed that Cornus officinalis fermented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus promoted hair regrowth in mice more effectively than the positive control, minoxidil.
This study found that topical application of Cornus officinalis fermented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus increased hair regrowth in mice more than the positive control (minoxidil) did.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This review discusses the Ayurvedic concept of Indralupta, resembling alopecia areata, and highlights dietary therapy's potential role in holistic prevention and management, while reporting no new clinical results.
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October 2015 in “The Pharma Innovation Journal” This study found that the optimal method to introduce Saw Palmetto extract into emulsion bases for androgenic alopecia treatment involves mixing it with 48% ethanol at the end of the formulation process.
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July 2019 in “IOP conference series. Materials science and engineering” This study found that under optimized extraction conditions, the Gleditschia fera fruit extract contained a high level of saponins and demonstrated notable antioxidant activity.
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March 2023 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study successfully extracted gallic acid and ferulic acid using a biocompatible aqueous two-phase system, suggesting a sustainable approach for producing antioxidants as food supplements for hair health.
July 2012 in “Ubaya Repository (University of Surabaya)” This study found that hair growth gel and tonic containing red grape seed extract were physically and chemically unstable under high temperature and humidity conditions over 30 days.
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March 2023 in “Resources” This review discusses the potential of solid-state fermentation for extracting polyphenolic compounds from agro-industrial wastes, but it reports no new experimental results.
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September 2025 in “Molecules” This study comparatively evaluated different extraction techniques for Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi leaf extracts and found that conventional extraction with ethanol yielded the highest antioxidant activity and beneficial effects on skin cell viability, supporting its potential use in sustainable cosmeceutical formulations targeting skin aging.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” In this experimental study using male rabbits, researchers found that a 7.5% concentration of green tea leaf ethanol extract hair tonic was nearly as effective in promoting hair growth as the positive control, minoxidil, over a 21-day period.
January 2022 in “Healthy Tadulako Journal” This study found no difference in the physical stability of hair tonic preparations made from sansevieria leaves extract, regardless of whether maceration or soxhletation methods were used.
June 2021 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Care Anwar Medika” This study investigated the physical stability of hair tonic formulations made from ethanol extract of cayenne pepper leaves, finding that formulations with specific concentrations of propylene glycol and ethanol had good physical stability.