September 2025 in “Journal of Applied Biological Chemistry” In a laboratory study, Grateloupia elata extract demonstrated antioxidant and anti-aging effects by scavenging free radicals, inhibiting collagenase and elastase, increasing procollagen production, and reducing MMP-1 secretion, suggesting its potential use in functional cosmetics.
August 2025 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” This study found that aerosols formulated with celery extract and candlenut oil significantly stimulated hair growth in rabbits without causing skin irritation, suggesting their potential as natural and safe alternatives for treating alopecia.
August 2025 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” This study found that hydromethanolic extracts from Carthamus caeruleus L. rhizomes exhibited notable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in both in vitro and in vivo experiments, supporting its traditional medicinal uses and suggesting its potential as a source of therapeutic agents.
August 2025 in “Current Botany” This study suggests that Acrotrema arnottianum, a herb used in traditional medicine, contains biologically active metabolites like squalene and α-Tocopherol. It showed antibacterial effects against Staphylococcus aureus and antifungal properties against Candida albicans, while demonstrating antioxidant activity.
August 2025 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study scientifically evaluated a polyherbal hair oil made with amla, hibiscus, curry leaves, and coconut oil, finding it to have promising antioxidant and antimicrobial activity that may provide benefits like anti-hair loss and anti-dandruff effects.
August 2025 in “South African Journal of Botany” This study found that among various polyherbal hair oil formulations using indigenous Bangladeshi plants, Formulation B was most effective, displaying strong antimicrobial activity and promoting hair regrowth in rabbits, surpassing the standard 2% minoxidil treatment, while also being safe for topical use.
July 2025 in “Phytomedicine Plus” This study reported that Cyperus rotundus L., a plant used in traditional medicine, effectively reduces hair growth with minimal side effects, showing efficacy comparable to Alexandrite laser treatments in certain cases, particularly for white hair, positioning it as a potential natural alternative to chemical depilatories.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research” This review compiles current knowledge of Eclipta prostrata's botanical details, ethnomedical uses, phytochemical components, and various pharmacological activities, emphasizing its potential for modern pharmaceutical formulations based on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, and other therapeutic properties.
This chapter reviews the challenges and future prospects of using nanotechnology and phytochemistry in developing safe, effective, and precision-based therapies for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, without reporting new clinical findings.
July 2025 in “Chemistry & Biodiversity” This review compares the phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum, highlighting their potential antidiabetic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as their use in traditional medicine for conditions like diabetes and inflammation.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study evaluated a herbal oil derived from plant extracts for hair growth, finding it significantly accelerated hair growth in an animal model compared to controls, suggesting it as a natural and safe alternative to synthetic treatments with minimized side effects.
June 2025 in “Pharmacognosy Research” This study reviews the rich chemical composition and traditional medicinal uses of Dillenia indica, highlighting its potential therapeutic applications in various health conditions like diabetes, inflammation, and microbial infections, while noting its nutritional value in regional cuisine.
June 2025 in “JURNAL BIOLOGI TROPIS” This review found that secondary metabolites from herbal plants, including flavonoids and alkaloids, show potential in promoting hair growth through mechanisms like anagen phase prolongation and enzyme inhibition, but more clinical trials are needed to confirm their efficacy.
June 2025 in “Current Trends in Biotechnology and Pharmacy” This study found that when applied for 24 hours, a polyherbal formulation made from Ficus religiosa and Abrus precatorious promoted more significant hair growth in Male Wistar rats than Minoxidil and the control group, and the extracts also exhibited notable antibacterial activities.
June 2025 in “Formosa Journal of Sustainable Research” In this study, the NADES extract of mangkokan leaves (Polyscias scutellaria) demonstrated antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with a total flavonoid content measured at 4.944 mgEQ/gSimplisia using the disc diffusion method.
May 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review highlights the potential use of herbal plants like Amla, Bhringraj, Hibiscus, and others in hair care, focusing on their bioactive compounds that may promote hair growth, reduce dandruff, and enhance hair texture.
May 2025 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” This review discusses how the butterfly pea flower's phytochemicals, such as polyacylated anthocyanins, can improve hair-care product formulations by offering antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and pigmenting benefits, while also incorporating insights from hair-biology models and organoids to enhance understanding of its effects on hair follicle physiology.
May 2025 in “Baghdad Journal of Biochemistry and Applied Biological Sciences” In laboratory and animal studies, this research found that the ethanolic leaf extract of Adiantum capillus-veneris demonstrated a range of biological activities, including antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, wound-healing, anticancer, and antidiarrheal effects, suggesting its potential for various therapeutic applications.
May 2025 in “Antioxidants” This review highlights how natural products with antioxidant properties can modulate the Wnt signaling pathway, potentially influencing various pathological conditions such as cancer, stroke, and regenerative medicine. It also addresses controversies in the compounds' mechanisms across different models and suggests research directions for future studies.
May 2025 in “IDOSR JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY” This review explores current research on how dietary phytochemicals may help manage male androgen disorders by affecting hormone levels and endocrine function, highlighting their potential therapeutic roles and mechanisms in hormonal health, but does not report specific results.
April 2025 in “Jurnal Analis Farmasi” This study evaluated hair tonic formulations containing Ambon banana peel extract and found that the preparation, particularly at an 8% concentration, significantly promoted hair growth compared to other formulations, though it still differed from the control group's effectiveness.
April 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study formulated a nano-herbal hair spray using neem, fenugreek, and amla extracts combined with chitosan nanoparticles, finding it enhanced hair elasticity, breakage resistance, and provided antibacterial protection, suggesting it as an effective natural alternative to traditional hair treatments.
April 2025 in “Jurnal Inovasi Bahan Lokal dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat” This study found that variations in propylene glycol concentration in wax apple leaf extract hair tonic affected pH, specific gravity, and viscosity, aligning with SNI requirements.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology” This review explores the therapeutic potential and diverse pharmacological properties of the tree Tectona grandis, highlighting its anti-ulcerogenic, antihyperglycemic, antifungal, and other activities, as well as recent advancements in using its extracts for metal nanoparticle synthesis with antimicrobial applications.
This study assessed the phytochemical properties and antifungal activity of Lawsonia inermis extracts, finding diverse compounds like flavonoids and alkaloids, and reporting that ethanol extracts exhibited the highest antifungal activity against Aspergillus flavus and Candida albicans at 200 mg/mL.
March 2025 in “Molecules” This study found that Kyoh®, a flavonol-rich extract from rocket leaves, may promote hair growth by enhancing the expression of hair growth-related genes in laboratory conditions.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This review highlights the potential benefits of fenugreek seed-based oils for hair health, suggesting they may enhance scalp health and hair growth while reducing conditions like dandruff and hair loss.
January 2025 in “Natural Product Research” This review compiles scientific data on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis Linn., highlighting its documented anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and hepatoprotective properties, among others, and recommends future research to further explore the plant's bioactive components and their potential applications.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This review summarizes the pharmacological and therapeutic uses of Calotropis gigantea latex, noting its traditional applications in treating skin diseases, wounds, and asthma, as well as its potential in addressing cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases due to its rich bioactive compound content.
January 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This review discusses the traditional medicinal uses of Eclipta alba (Bhringraj) in various systems, highlighting its phytochemical constituents and diverse biological activities, including potential benefits for hair growth, liver health, and immune function.