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August 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study suggests that Lindera strychnifolia root extract may help restore a healthy microbial balance on the scalp in men with androgenetic alopecia after 83 days of treatment.
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This study suggests that while complementary and alternative treatments for hair loss are becoming more popular, their effectiveness and mechanisms remain largely unverified.
June 2026 in “Gümüşhane Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi” This study observed that biodegradable PVA/agar films with incorporated Achillea millefolium L. essential oil, especially at 1% (v/v), demonstrated good mechanical performance and selective antibacterial activity against E. coli, suggesting their potential as wound dressings.
February 2025 in “Jurnal Ners” This research abstract discusses the growing interest in essential oils for hair growth, emphasizing that while some studies suggest their bioactive ingredients may stimulate hair growth, more investigation is needed to understand their mechanisms and effects fully.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” In this study, the researchers investigated the plant Vitex negundo and its active ingredients, noting that both natural and synthetic derivatives exhibit concentrated biological activity, which may explain the plant's traditional use in treating various ailments such as depression, malaria, and skin diseases.
July 2024 in “Annals of Phytomedicine An International Journal” In this study, the authors reviewed various herbal ingredients used in hair care products and found that components like aloe vera, hibiscus, amla, and fenugreek have traditional and scientifically validated benefits for addressing hair issues such as hair loss, dandruff, and damage.
April 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This review discusses the potential benefits of using natural permeation enhancers to improve transdermal drug penetration in formulations like emulgel, a promising topical delivery system for hydrophobic drugs.
March 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” In this study, researchers developed a herbal shampoo using natural plant extracts, which maintained physicochemical properties and improved hair texture without the side effects commonly associated with synthetic ingredients.
January 2024 in “Scientific reports” This study found that undiluted mint leaf extract effectively inhibited multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and killed Culex pipiens larvae, suggesting its potential as a biocontrol strategy around hospitals.
December 2023 in “Research in pharmacy” This review underscores the importance of phytotherapeutic compounds and adjuncts in managing polycystic ovarian syndrome but does not present new clinical evidence.
March 2022 in “Journal of Survey in Fisheries Sciences” This review discusses the diverse phytochemical constituents and medicinal applications of Asteraceae family plants, noting their significance in traditional and modern medicine, but provides no new clinical results.
August 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that BEO inhibited cell proliferation and inflammatory mediator release in a human keratinocyte acne model and reduced acne lesion severity in a rabbit model, suggesting its potential as a natural alternative to conventional acne treatments.
This study found that coconut oil with turmeric is less effective than 2% ketoconazole shampoo at reducing itching, hair loss, and dandruff scales in adults with dandruff.
This study found that anise ethanol extract at 10% and 20% doses positively influenced hair growth in mice, showing effects similar to Minoxidil.
March 2025 in “Jurnal Farmamedika (Pharmamedica Journal)” In this study, Indonesian spices were screened in silico for their potential to inhibit MMP9 and TNFα, which are involved in chronic diabetic wounds, and procyanidin was identified as the most promising therapeutic candidate due to its low binding energy to both proteins.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This publication presents a library of geometric medicines designed to selectively target pathogenic bacteria and fungi with high precision while minimizing ecological harm, available for free on a non-commercial basis.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This publication presents a library of precision geometric medicines that reportedly kill harmful bacteria and fungi while sparing beneficial organisms, using a delivery system that targets pathogens specifically and avoids ecological harm.
November 2022 in “CARDIOMETRY” This article discusses the potential benefits of GcMAF and oral MAF, developed by "Saisei Mirai", for cancer and other conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that Merkel cell carcinoma recurrence risk peaks within the first two years after diagnosis and varies significantly by stage, with immune suppression, age, and male sex also influencing risk.
This study found that extracellular Granzyme B contributes to skin aging and impaired healing in ApoE knockout mice by degrading essential extracellular matrix components like decorin and fibronectin.
May 2022 in “Journal of Immunology” In this study, a TGF-β mimic molecule from Heligmosomoides polygyrus was observed to enhance wound healing in mice, with improved tissue regeneration and specific immune cell recruitment without increased scarring.
February 2025 in “Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials” This study reported that in animal studies of androgenetic alopecia, a biodegradable microneedle patch releasing glutamic acid promoted hair regeneration more effectively than daily minoxidil, with higher hair follicle counts and less frequent dosing, showing the potential for clinical application.
February 2023 in “Medicine in novel technology and devices” This study found that microneedle delivery of Polygonum multiflorum extract led to earlier pigmentation and hair regrowth in mice with androgenetic alopecia.
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November 2009 in “Pigment cell & melanoma research” This study by Pérez-Oliva et al. explored how Mahogunin Ring Finger-1 (MGRN1) affects melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R) signaling, suggesting that MGRN1 competitively inhibits Gαs binding to MC1R, influencing pigment production.
January 2022 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” This study found that pen-type microwells enhanced hair follicle germ formation by promoting cell assembly, suggesting microwell array geometry significantly influences in vitro hair follicle development.
December 2022 in “Small methods” This study developed dissolving microneedles incorporating a new AR degrader for treating androgenetic alopecia, showing that a single application leads to superior hair regeneration compared to daily minoxidil, without systemic toxicity or androgen-related issues.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” In this study, researchers developed a microfluidic-assisted technology to create dual-layer microspheres containing mesenchymal and epidermal cells, which efficiently induced hair follicle regeneration in mice, suggesting potential improvements for hair regeneration treatments in conditions like androgenetic alopecia.
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August 2021 in “Experimental dermatology” This study suggests that Merkel cell polyomavirus T antigen-positive cells resembling Merkel cell carcinoma may originate from epithelial cells in human hair follicles, potentially informing future transgenic mouse models for this cancer.
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May 2016 in “Cell Host & Microbe” In this study, human dermal fibroblasts were identified as natural host cells that support productive Merkel cell polyomavirus infection, and the MEK antagonist trametinib was introduced as an effective inhibitor to control the virus.
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June 2003 in “Journal of Structural Biology” This study suggests that varying intersheet interactions may explain the differences between the two polymorphic forms of macrofibril assembly in Merino wool and hair.