3 citations
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April 2021 in “Chemical & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that indole glycosides from Calanthe discolor Lindl. can significantly promote the proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells, potentially through upregulating specific growth factors.
3 citations
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January 2017 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” This study found that Galla chinensis solution significantly improved skin lesions and fungal eradication in dermatophytosis-infected dogs, showing over 85% efficacy in fungal removal after 14 days and outperforming the positive control treatment.
5 citations
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September 2019 in “Medical Sains Jurnal Ilmiah Kefarmasian” This research investigates the potential of green tea leaves and herb gotukola for promoting hair growth, but it reports no new experimental results.
7 citations
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July 2018 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that Phyllanthus urinaria extract displayed significant anti-alopecia properties in a mouse model, showing potential as an anti-5α-reductase agent for androgenic hair loss.
January 2026 in “Molecular Nutrition & Food Research” This study found that Gynostemma pentaphyllum hydrodistillate and Damulin B exert significant anti-photoaging effects in UVB-irradiated models by reducing oxidative stress, improving ECM integrity, and enhancing skin hydration and elasticity.
59 citations
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August 2024 in “Cell stem cell” December 2024 in “CONICET Digital (CONICET)” This study found that the small signaling peptide RALF22 plays a key role in root hair growth response to volatile compounds emitted by Penicillium aurantiogriseum through ethylene, auxin, and photosynthesis signaling in Arabidopsis.
January 2024 in “Natural product research” This study analyzed the bioactive compound profiles of Allium longisepalum from Iran, finding unique metabolites with potential antioxidant, allelopathic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and hair growth-enhancing properties, revealing the plant's chemical diversity and therapeutic potential.
This study found that creambath preparations with waru leaf extract accelerated hair growth in New Zealand White rabbits, though none matched the positive control; the 37.5% concentration increased hair weight effectively.
January 2026 in “Journal of Burn Care & Research” This study found that a sericin-based hydrogel containing Psidium guajava L. extract significantly improved healing of full-thickness burn wounds in mice, with 89.66% wound closure by day 15 compared to 37.16% in controls, and exhibited beneficial effects on inflammation and oxidative stress markers.
5 citations
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June 2018 in “Records of Natural Products” This study found that Lepidium sativum leaf extract significantly downregulated VEGF, TNF-α, and SRD5A2 gene expressions in HaCaT cells, suggesting potential benefits for inflammatory and androgen-dependent skin disorders.
In this discussion of lavender products, the authors highlighted their traditional use for therapeutic purposes, aromatic qualities, and skincare applications, though lavender's medical efficacy remains unsupported by FDA approval and its primary mechanisms of action are not yet fully understood.
January 2022 in “Acta botanica Caucasica” This study evaluated herbal cosmetic products used in Turkiye, identifying 140 plant species and highlighting walnut, common nettle, and grape as popular for various traditional uses.
December 2022 in “Proceeding Bengkulu International Conference on Health” This study concluded that a 5% concentration of celery extract in hair gel provided the best preparation characteristics, including standard parameters for organoleptic properties and spreadability.
17 citations
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January 2015 in “Pharmacognosy Research” In this study, the herbal hair colorant formulation HD-3, with a mix of specific herbs, was most effective at coloring hair and highly accepted by volunteers.
July 2024 in “Jurnal PKM Manajemen Bisnis” This article describes community efforts to increase awareness and effective utilization of guava plant resources in Pamulang, aiming to improve local economic welfare through better cultivation practices and innovative processing of guava for health benefits.
October 2024 in “Journal of Plant Growth Regulation” Fusarium sp. strain K-23 helps Arabidopsis plants grow better in salty soil by promoting root hair growth.
October 2024 in “Jurnal Pharmascience” This study concluded that formulations of celery and candlenut extracts meet the necessary criteria for use as a spray preparation aimed at promoting hair growth, based on evaluations of physical properties and consistency.
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August 2025 in “Molecules” This review synthesizes research on hederagenin's anticancer and anti-inflammatory potential, emphasizing chemical modifications to enhance its bioactivity, but reports no new experimental findings.
6 citations
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November 2018 in “Histochemistry and Cell Biology” This study observed that gerbils exhibit a different wound healing mechanism compared to mice, with lower TGF-B1 expression and distinct tissue responses, yet achieve similar healing outcomes.
July 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” In this study, gelatin methacrylate hydrogel dressings co-loaded with resveratrol, 18-β-glycyrrhetinic acid, and berberine showed enhanced capabilities in wound closure, infection clearance, and skin structure regeneration in mice with infected wounds compared to dressings with single agents.
October 2012 in “Humana Press eBooks” This article discusses the historical and current uses of grape seeds in various industries but reports no new research findings.
June 2025 in “Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia” In this study, researchers found that methanol extract from E. alba stem reduced the expression of the apoptosis marker gene Caspase-3 in T47D breast cancer cells, particularly at 100 ppm, achieving 1.859 times suppression compared to DMSO 2%.
September 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This source compiles information on Calotropis gigantea, an Asclepiadaceae plant used in traditional medicine for treating conditions like leprosy, asthma, vertigo, and hair loss, highlighting its diverse medicinal potential.
17 citations
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April 2015 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” This review highlights the traditional use and potential therapeutic activities of Asiasari Radix in drug discovery, but it reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Prostate International” In this study, a 12-week treatment with Angelicae Gigantis Radix and Glycyrrhizae Radix complex was well tolerated and showed therapeutic effects on moderate lower urinary tract symptoms in men.
March 2024 in “Veterinary sciences” This study is the first to detail major geriatric diseases in aged Julia Creek dunnarts, particularly highlighting hormonal issues like cystic glandular hyperplasia in females and testicular degeneration in males, suggesting these conditions are linked to aging and potentially hormonal dysregulation.
24 citations
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January 2014 in “The American Journal of Chinese Medicine” This review compiles data on Platycladus orientalis leaves, noting their diverse pharmacological activities and advocating for more research to clarify their traditional blood-cooling and hematostatic uses.
49 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of Medicinal Food” In this study, red ginseng extract and its ginsenosides enhanced human hair follicle cell proliferation and countered dihydrotestosterone-induced suppression, suggesting potential to promote hair growth.