research Inhibition of Skin 5α-Reductase by Oral Contraceptive Progestins In Vitro
Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.
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research Costunolide: A Bioactive Sesquiterpene Lactone with Diverse Therapeutic Potential
Costunolide may have multiple health benefits, including promoting hair growth and protecting against cancer and diabetes, but more research is needed.
research Spermidine Promotes Human Hair Growth and Is a Novel Modulator of Human Epithelial Stem Cell Functions
Spermidine may help reduce hair loss and deserves further testing as a treatment.
research Hair Matrix Germinative Epidermal Cells Confer Follicle-Inducing Capabilities on Dermal Sheath and High Passage Papilla Cells
Hair growth can be stimulated by combining certain skin cells, which can rejuvenate old cells and cause them to specialize in hair follicle creation.
research The Prostamide-Related Glaucoma Therapy, Bimatoprost, Offers a Novel Approach for Treating Scalp Alopecias
Bimatoprost, a glaucoma medication, may also help treat hair loss.
research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
research Anti-Androgenic Activity of Myricae Cortex: Isolation of Active Constituents from Bark of Myrica Rubra
The bark of Myrica rubra contains compounds that can block testosterone effects and might help prevent hair loss.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase Type I in LNCaP Cells from the Roots of Angelica Koreana
Compounds from Angelica koreana roots, especially osthenol, could be effective for treating conditions like prostate disease and hair loss.
research Avicequinone C Isolated from Avicennia Marina Exhibits 5α-Reductase Type 1 Inhibitory Activity Using an Androgenic Alopecia Relevant Cell-Based Assay System
Avicequinone C, a compound found in the Avicennia marina plant, can reduce hair loss by inhibiting a hormone linked to androgenic alopecia.
research Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Studies of Plumbago Zeylanica L.: A Medicinal Plant Review
Chitrak is a medicinal plant with health benefits like fighting microbes, reducing inflammation, and promoting hair growth, but it can be toxic and needs more research.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Effects of Oral Finasteride on Hormone Profile, Reproduction, and Sexual Function
Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.
research Evaluation of Hair Growth Promoting Activity of Phyllanthus Niruri
Phyllanthus niruri extract may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and blocking a hair loss-related enzyme.
research Adverse Effects of Sports Supplements in Men
Some sports supplements can cause health issues like mood swings, hair loss, and heart problems in men.
research Characteristics And Alopecia Activity Of Pakis Gajah (Angiopteris Evecta) Growing In Galunggung Mountainside, West Java
Pakis Gajah (Angiopteris evecta) water extract may promote hair growth in rabbits, but more research is needed for human use.
research Using Hair Growth Activity, Physical Stability, and Safety Tests to Study Hair Tonics Containing Ethanol Extract of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra Linn.)
Licorice extract hair tonics are effective and safe for hair growth, except for mild eye irritation at the lowest concentration.
research Hair Growth-Promoting Mechanisms of Red Ginseng Extract Through Stimulating Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation and Enhancing Skin Health
Red Ginseng Extract helps hair grow and improves skin health by stimulating cell growth and enhancing the body's antioxidant defense system.
research New Hair Growth Cream Formulation with Cocoa Pod Peel (Theobroma Cacao L.)
The cream made from cocoa pod peel can promote hair growth but may cause skin irritation.
research A Comparison Study of Hair Tonic and Gel Formulation of Angiopteris Evecta as a Hair Growth Stimulant
Both hair tonic and gel with Angiopteris evecta extract effectively stimulate hair growth.
research Antifungal Activity and Hair Growth Stimulation of Purple Sweet Potato Leaf Fraction (Ipomoea Batatas) and Its Molecular Mechanism Through Androgen Receptor Inhibition
Purple sweet potato leaf extracts can help treat hair loss and fungal infections.
research A Platform for Determining Medicinal Plants with Targeted 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Modulation for Possible Hair Loss Prevention
The conclusion is that new plant-based treatments for hair loss may work by targeting certain enzymes.
research Hair Growth Promoting Activity of Green Tea Leaves (Camellia Sinensis L.) Ethanolic Extract
Green tea leaves extract with flavonoids can promote hair growth.
research Effects of Oxytocin Receptor Agonists on Hair Growth Promotion
OXTR agonists may promote hair growth and be effective for treating hair loss.
research Study of the Physical Properties, Safety and Effectiveness of an Organic Ointment
The organic hair ointment is safe, promotes hair growth in male rabbits, and has good stability and pH for human use.
research Cinnamic Acid Promotes Elongation of Hair Peg-Like Sprouting in Hair Follicle Organoids via Oxytocin Receptor Activation
Cinnamic acid may help hair grow by activating oxytocin receptors.
research Functional Characterization of Callus Extracts of Apple 'Hirosaki' for Cosmetic Materials
Apple 'Hirosaki' callus extracts may improve wrinkles, stimulate hair growth, and have anti-inflammatory effects for use in cosmetics.
research Proline-Rich Protein-Like PRPL1 Controls Elongation of Root Hairs in Arabidopsis Thaliana
A gene in Arabidopsis thaliana, AtPRPL1, affects root hair length but not cell wall composition.
research A Guide to the Use of Bioassays in Exploration of Natural Resources
Bioassays help find useful compounds in nature for making medicines, supplements, and cosmetics.
research Review on Semecarpus Anacardium Linn
Semecarpus anacardium Linn. is a plant with many health benefits, including reducing inflammation, fighting cancer, and stimulating hair growth.
research Molecular Mechanisms of Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes hair loss by shrinking hair follicles due to DHT binding, and can be treated with finasteride and minoxidil.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.