March 2026 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This study reported that Gunja (Abrus precatorius Linn.) demonstrates various pharmacological activities, including antifertility, hair growth promotion, immunomodulatory effects, and anticancer properties, supported by its phytochemical composition and analytical advancements, suggesting its potential in Ayurvedic therapeutic applications and future drug development.
February 2023 in “Journal of plant science and phytopathology” This review discusses the phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Jatropha dioica, highlighting its potential uses in traditional medicine and the need for more scientific validation of its effects.
January 2024 in “Molecules (Basel. Online)” In this study, researchers examined juglone's potential as a restoring agent for hair keratin damaged by permanent or bleaching treatments, finding that juglone formed Michael adducts with cysteine residues, leading to a more regular hair surface as observed via IR spectroscopy and SEM analysis.
March 2024 in “Jurnal Tata Rias” This study reported that a ginger-based hair tonic significantly reduced hair loss and improved hair thickness and quality over a two-week period among female participants with hair loss concerns, compared to a control group using other commercial hair loss products.
May 2025 in “Tropical Natural History” In this study, Zingiber junceum Gagnep. is documented for the first time as a species in Vietnam, and its micro-morphological traits and the phytochemical profiles of its various extracts are detailed, highlighting the presence of several bioactive compounds.
August 2025 in “Molecules” In this study, researchers using advanced chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques tentatively identified 132 chemical compounds in Justicia procumbens, including 54 lignans and 77 compounds reported for the first time, which may aid in pharmacological research and quality control of the plant.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” This review explores both traditional Ayurvedic uses and modern scientific findings on Japa Pushpa (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), suggesting it may benefit cardiovascular health and metabolic balance as a herbal tea, but emphasizes the need for further clinical validation.
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April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 6 citations
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January 2005 in “Han-guk hyeonmigyeong hakoeji/Applied microscopy” This study found that the 16th-century mummified hair from a female mummy in Paju was remarkably well-preserved, with the hair's ultrastructural features maintained likely due to a calcium-rich surface coat.
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August 2014 in “Journal of The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” This study found that Zizyphus jujuba, especially when fermented with Saccharomyces cerevisiae, showed strong antioxidative activity and effectively promoted hair regrowth and prevented hair loss in a mouse model.
September 2016 in “Medical Sains/Medical sains” In this study, applying water extracts of liquorice at a concentration of 2.5% to male rabbits led to the best rate of hair growth at 2.19 cm over 35 days, while a 5% concentration resulted in the greatest hair weight at 0.12 grams.
This study found that the hair of a 16th-century female mummy discovered in Paju was remarkably well-preserved due primarily to a calcium-based surface coating that likely inhibited moisture and microorganism infiltration.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” In this mouse study, researchers found that the Jieduquyuziyin prescription may lessen lupus-like symptoms and atherosclerosis by inhibiting TLR9/MyD88 signaling and promoting cholesterol efflux.
September 2023 in “Jurnal MIPA (edisi elektronik)” This study formulated and evaluated the physical stability of hair tonic preparations using lime extract (Citrus aurantifolia) at varying concentrations. The researchers found that the tonics exhibited good physical stability, as indicated by meeting Indonesian National Standards, even after undergoing temperature cycling tests.
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November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” This study found that water fractions of Angiopteris evecta stimulated hair growth in male rabbits, suggesting potential alopecia treatment benefits pending further research in humans.
January 2013 in “Wool textile journal” May 2020 in “Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship Journal” This study discusses the development of a turmeric-based herbal hair removal product named PASIKULA, highlighting its potential to increase the economic value of turmeric and acceptance by consumers.
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September 2013 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” This study found that Zizyphus jujuba fruit aqueous extract may reduce nephrotoxicity caused by ibuprofen in rats by lowering serum urea and creatinine and improving kidney antioxidant enzyme activities.
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January 2011 in “Pharmacognosy magazine” This study found that Nardostachys jatamansi DC rhizome extracts and specific isolated terpenoids promoted hair growth.
January 2000 in “The Mouseion at the JAXlibrary (Jackson Laboratory)” This study identified a new mouse mutation associated with noninflammatory proliferative skin disease and hair abnormalities, drawing parallels to human conditions like Netherton's syndrome and monilethrix.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 63 citations
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July 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that the oral JAK1/JAK2 inhibitor deuruxolitinib effectively promoted hair regrowth and patient satisfaction in adults with alopecia areata over 24 weeks.
February 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 3 citations
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August 2019 in “Medika Tadulako: Jurnal Ilmiah Kedokteran Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan” In this study on New Zealand white rabbits, the researchers reported that a hair tonic formula combining bitter melon leaf and carrot extracts resulted in optimal hair growth, particularly at a 3:1 ratio and a concentration of 3%, without causing irritation.
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March 2019 in “Nutrients” This study found that Rumex japonicus extract may help reduce symptoms of atopic dermatitis by inhibiting inflammatory responses in both cell cultures and a mouse model.
November 2023 in “Plants” This study evaluated compounds from Jatropha cordata bark, finding that a sterol mixture and n-heptyl ferulate demonstrated notable anti-inflammatory activity in murine macrophage cells without toxicity, suggesting potential for treating chronic inflammation.
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January 2019 This study found that a hair tonic combining fragrant pandan and celery extracts increased hair length in guinea pigs, with the 1:5 concentration showing the best growth activity.
This study found that an extract from Justicia procumbens may prevent hair loss in a mouse model of androgenic alopecia by enhancing hair follicle cell proliferation and improving hair characteristics.
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November 2017 in “JFL : Jurnal Farmasi Lampung” In this study, researchers found that hair tonic formulations containing Nothopanax scutellarium extract enhanced hair growth in male rabbits over 21 days, with the 25% concentration showing comparable effects to a minoxidil-based positive control.