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This study identified 26 bioactive compounds in the ethanol extract of Indigofera tinctoria leaves, which are linked to various therapeutic activities, supporting its traditional medicinal use in treating numerous health conditions.

This review discusses the development and benefits of herbal hair dye formulations using medicinal plants like henna and indigo, noting their potential as safer, eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes due to their nourishing and protective properties for hair and scalp.

This review concludes that herbal hair dyes made from medicinal plants like henna and indigo offer a promising natural alternative to synthetic hair colorants, potentially reducing side effects while providing additional benefits such as hair nourishment and scalp protection.

This review discusses the antidiabetic potential of indigenous plants in Pakistan and reports no clinical results, highlighting various bioactive compounds for managing diabetes.

This study describes how the argan oil industry in southwestern Morocco, originally controlled by Amazigh women, has shifted to being largely dominated by the state and businessmen, with the majority of women now only involved in traditional nut cracking, despite mechanization of other production steps.

This article discusses the argan oil industry in southwestern Morocco and reports mixed outcomes for Amazigh women participating in cooperatives, as control has shifted to the state and businessmen.

In this clinical study, plum blossom needle acupuncture and qi-invigorating therapy were reported to be more effective than conventional Western medicine for treating seborrheic alopecia, as they improved hormone levels, reduced hair loss, and stimulated hair growth among the 87 patients observed.

This study explores the indigenous haircare knowledge of tribal women in Nandurbar District, Maharashtra, India, documenting 25 plant species used for haircare, with an emphasis on the ecological and cultural importance of these practices for sustainable personal care innovation.

This study observed that indigenous South Africans with natural afro-textured hair have lower hair densities, varying shaft diameters, and distinct follicular unit patterns compared to other racial groups, with significant gender differences in some parameters, highlighting the need for tailored reference values in clinical settings.

This study mapped genomic copy number variation in Chinese fine-wool sheep, identifying genes involved in sensory perception, nutrient metabolism, growth, and development, and highlighting significant selection on the RXFP2 gene.

This study mapped copy number variations in Chinese fine-wool sheep, identifying regions linked to important traits like milk production and growth, and highlighting a strong selection signal at the RXFP2 gene.

This study mapped genome-wide copy number variations in Chinese indigenous fine-wool sheep, providing a valuable genetic resource for researching complex traits and genetic diversity in this species.

This study constructed a genomic map of copy number variations in fine-wool sheep, revealing their potential impact on traits like growth, nutrient metabolism, and susceptibility to selection pressures.

This study found that ethanol-based extracts of Allium sativum and Trigonella foenum-graecum exhibited strong 5α-reductase inhibitory activity, suggesting potential for managing testosterone-induced diseases like androgenetic alopecia.

This study systematically documented the ethnobotanical and ethnomedicinal knowledge from traditional healers in Addis Ababa, identifying 81 medicinal plants, including the endangered Echinops kebericho, used primarily for treating skin and general diseases.

This review explores the phytopharmacological and nutritional benefits of Alpinia rhizomes, commonly used in Southeast Asian traditional medicine, highlighting their potential antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties while emphasizing the need for further research to validate these uses and consider their nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications.

This study found that among various polyherbal hair oil formulations using indigenous Bangladeshi plants, Formulation B was most effective, displaying strong antimicrobial activity and promoting hair regrowth in rabbits, surpassing the standard 2% minoxidil treatment, while also being safe for topical use.

This study formulated and evaluated a polyherbal body lotion using neem, tulsi, and aloe vera extracts, finding it met satisfactory physicochemical standards and was well received by users for skin smoothness and hydration without causing allergies.

This paper highlights the distribution and potential economic and medicinal values of aquatic macrophytes in northern Bihar's wetlands, emphasizing their importance to local livelihoods and the risks of habitat degradation.

This study found that S. rautanenii bark extract has an anti-proliferative effect on D. dorotocephala, suggesting it may have potential anticancer properties when evaluated using inexpensive planaria assays.

In this study, mozuku-derived ultra-high-molecular-weight fucoidan was found to inhibit the growth of skin bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus but not other tested bacteria such as Cutibacterium acnes.

This study examined genetic adaptations in Tibetan sheep through whole-genome resequencing, identifying key genes related to hypoxia tolerance, wool color, and body size. These findings provide a foundation for future molecular breeding strategies to enhance wool quality and adaptive traits in these high-altitude environments.

This study reported that tryptanthrin, a compound found in indigo naturalis, effectively suppresses non-melanoma skin cancer in mice by reducing inflammation, inhibiting cell proliferation, and blocking specific signaling pathways associated with tumor growth.

This review discusses traditional therapies used in the Indian subcontinent, covering practices like Ayurveda and homeopathy, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for rigorous studies.

The study found that Anagen grow, a herbal serum, promotes hair growth elongation and may inhibit the alpha reductase enzyme, suggesting it as a safe, effective alternative to finasteride and beneficial alongside minoxidil for reducing scalp dryness.

This study found that a herbal hair dye formulated with a 1:2 ratio of henna and indigo successfully colored unpigmented hair dark brown to black, with favorable attributes compared to synthetic dyes.

This review concludes that herbal nanoemulgel-based hair dyes, incorporating natural ingredients, enhance dye penetration and retention while providing additional hair and scalp health benefits compared to conventional dyes, though further studies are needed to confirm long-term safety and efficacy.

This review highlights that herbal nanoemulgel-based hair dyes, enriched with natural ingredients, improve dye penetration and retention and offer additional hair and scalp benefits compared to conventional dyes, although further research is necessary to verify their safety and efficacy for long-term use.