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October 2011 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Some newly made compounds are promising for treating enlarged prostate, hair loss, viruses, and prostate cancer, and might be better than current drugs.
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February 2004 in “Biopolymers” 4-(4-Phenoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid derivatives can both increase and decrease certain types of reactive oxygen species, and may be relevant to hair loss.
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October 2020 in “Journal of nanomaterials” Silver nanoparticles made from Grewia optiva leaf extract show strong antibacterial, antioxidant, and hair growth benefits.
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February 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” New compounds were found to help increase hair growth and decrease hair loss.
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January 2022 in “Rasayan journal of Chemistry” Compounds from the Sansevieria trifasciata plant might be effective for treating hair loss.
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July 2013 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Compounds from Polygonum multiflorum root, especially a new one, can boost hair growth more effectively than common treatments.
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November 2022 in “Applied sciences” Marine algae compounds may improve skin health and promote hair growth.
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August 2013 in “한국응용생명화학회지” Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
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