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.
17 citations
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April 2021 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study found that linoleic acid from Malva verticillata seed extracts may promote hair follicle cell growth and counteract hair loss signaling in a lab setting.
14 citations
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November 2012 in “SLAS discovery” This study observed that certain herbal extracts may promote hair growth and inhibit hair loss in cell lines by affecting specific protein expressions similarly to minoxidil.
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November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this laboratory study, Camellia japonica fruit shell extract showed potential to mitigate hair loss by promoting hair cell growth and reducing harmful effects of DHT and oxidative stress.
9 citations
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July 2021 in “Journal of Medicinal Food” This study found that consuming Lactobacillus paracasei HY7015 promoted hair growth and follicle maturation in mice, likely through stimulating dermal papilla cell proliferation and growth factor secretion.
7 citations
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January 2021 in “Food & Function” In this animal study, Castanea sativa Mill. flower extract did not significantly affect prostate tumorigenesis but demonstrated antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on the prostate and liver.
6 citations
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August 2024 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that irisin, a myokine, increases hair growth by activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, enhancing cell proliferation and hair shaft elongation in both human cell and mouse models.
5 citations
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July 2024 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study investigated autophagy activator ICP5249 and found it promotes hair growth by enhancing cell proliferation and autophagy-related markers in human dermal papilla cells and hair follicles, with AMPKα playing a regulatory role, suggesting its potential as a hair growth ingredient.
March 2025 in “Regenerative Therapy” This study suggests that SACM may enhance hair growth more effectively than non-treated ACM, highlighting the potential of S. maxima as a promising agent for use in pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical industries.
November 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study reported that Moracin M, a compound from the Moraceae family, significantly promoted hair growth and vascular regeneration by enhancing cell proliferation and Wnt signaling activation in laboratory settings, suggesting it may offer a promising alternative to existing hair growth treatments like minoxidil.
September 2017 in “Korean journal of acupuncture” Crataegi Fructus water extract may help treat hair loss.
April 2025 in “Antioxidants” In this study, the researchers found that the water-soluble fraction of Rhus semialata gall extract and its component Penta-O-Galloyl-β-D-Glucose promoted hair growth in human dermal papilla cells, and clinical trials supported these findings, showing improved hair density and appearance compared to placebo.
December 2024 in “Journal of Health and Beauty” This study found that the Dongeui Hot Spring Water complex (Dongui Hot Spring Water CPX), containing sea slug extract and panthenol, demonstrated higher antioxidant activity and cell proliferation, suggesting potential benefits for preventing hair loss and improving scalp health.
December 2024 in “Journal of Health and Beauty” In laboratory conditions, this study found that the Dongeui Hot Spring Water Complex, containing sea slug extract, demonstrated enhanced antioxidant activity and promoted hair papilla cell proliferation compared to a control, suggesting potential benefits for scalp health and hair loss prevention.
August 2024 in “Journal of Controlled Release” In a study using an AGA mouse model, researchers observed that a novel topical gel combining hybrid extracellular vesicles, gold nanoparticles, and finasteride accelerated hair regrowth and improved hair quality more effectively than conventional minoxidil treatment, presenting a promising option with fewer side effects.
November 2021 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that topical resveratrol significantly promotes hair growth in mice and may protect human dermal papilla cells from oxidative damage, suggesting its potential as a treatment for hair loss.
April 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that a shampoo containing a 6-active ingredient complex increased β-Catenin production in human hair follicle dermal papilla cells to levels comparable to Finasteride, suggesting potential for promoting hair growth. It also showed good cleaning efficacy, volume, and shine in a sensorial study.
26 citations
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March 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” This study found that forsythiaside-A, a natural compound from Forsythia suspensa, was more effective than finasteride at preventing apoptosis of hair cells and delaying the catagen phase entry in an androgenic alopecia mouse model.
17 citations
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December 2015 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study found that Avicennia marina extract significantly inhibited 5α-reductase type 1 activity in human hair dermal papilla cells, suggesting its potential use for treating androgenic alopecia.
35 citations
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November 2019 in “Scientific Reports” In this study using a mouse model and human hair follicle cells, shikimic acid was found to promote hair growth and may serve as a new therapeutic agent for alopecia.
This review critically analyzes recent literature on the use of nanotechnology in alopecia treatment, reporting promising results for improving drug delivery and hair growth, though challenges in maintaining physical stability may limit large-scale commercialization.
42 citations
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March 2014 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that minor ginseng saponin F2 may promote hair growth more effectively than finasteride by enhancing anagen induction and modulating the Wnt signaling pathway in cell and mouse models.
22 citations
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January 2014 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that ginsenoside F2 may suppress hair cell apoptosis and improve hair growth outcomes in a DHT-induced hair loss model more effectively than finasteride.
15 citations
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June 2020 in “Applied Materials Today” This study found that SA-MS hydrogel released Mo4+ ions which promoted healing of disease-impaired wounds by enhancing cell proliferation and angiogenesis, and through its photothermal effects addressed skin cancer-impaired wounds in mice.
9 citations
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January 2017 in “Food & Nutrition Research” In this study, rice bran mineral extract increased expression of anagen-related proteins and decreased inflammatory markers in human dermal papilla cells, suggesting potential for hair growth enhancement and prevention of hair loss.
4 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of Medicinal Plants Research” This study reports that a 30% ethanol extract of a plant mixture enhanced hair growth in human hair dermal papilla cells and mice, suggesting potential use in hair growth products.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This study assessed Ageratum conyzoides gel's efficacy in reducing hair loss and improving quality of life in adults with pattern baldness, finding that it decreased temporal recession and improved hair-related distress scores, with a significant reduction in 5α-reductase expression and PGD2 release in vitro.
January 2017 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” This study found that pectin lyase-modified red ginseng extract may promote hair growth by enhancing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, along with inhibiting testosterone-induced 5-alpha-reductase in human hair dermal papilla cells.
July 2026 in “Pharmacological Reports” In this pilot study, topical latanoprost acid was observed to increase hair count and improve hair follicle structure in women with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious adverse events, suggesting potential for further investigation to confirm its efficacy and safety.
41 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of dermatological science” This study suggests that mesenchymal stem cell-induced dermal papilla-like tissues can generate new hair follicles in mice, indicating potential for developing hair cell therapy using stem cells.