June 2015 in “한국화장품미용학회지” This article reviews studies showing AT-Grow as effective in treating benign prostatic disease due to its anti-androgen properties but reports no new findings on its effect on hair growth.
This study found that a combined intake of enzyme food and collagen significantly improved various aspects of hair health in middle-aged women compared to taking either supplement alone or none.
December 2014 in “대한미용학회지” In this study, 3% peppermint oil promoted hair regrowth faster than 3% minoxidil in mice and showed strong antibacterial activity against P. ovale.
September 2014 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji” Adding 2% glycerin or hyaluronic acid to permanent wave treatments reduces hair damage, with hyaluronic acid being more effective.
March 2014 in “한국유기농업학회지” In this study, Hypochoeris radicata L. showed increased growth and colony formation when cut, and its extracts inhibited seed germination and growth in other plants while demonstrating varying antifungal activity.
In this study, Paljeong-san pharmacopuncture reduced dihydrotestosterone levels and inhibited prostate tissue proliferation in a rat model of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
February 2014 in “아시안뷰티화장품학술지” This review discusses various natural extracts, such as peppermint, rosemary, wild cultivated ginseng, and others, for their potential hair growth promotion effects and calls for further exploration into combinations with fewer side effects.
January 2014 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Design Culture” This study found that in female patients with telogen effluvium, club hair in the isthmus region was longer than in those with alopecia areata, offering insights into hair morphology differences.
January 2014 in “대한피부과학회지” This case study in a hepatitis B patient observed that pegylated interferon alpha2a treatment may induce localized alopecia areata, which appeared to correlate with treatment administration and discontinuation.
December 2013 in “대한피부미용학회지” In this study, wheat sprout extract (fr. 5) application was associated with increased hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, suggesting its potential as a hair remedy product.
December 2013 in “대한피부과학회지” In this study, Korean women with female pattern hair loss were found to have higher levels of ferritin, testosterone, and vitamin D compared to the average Korean adult women.
November 2013 in “대한피부과학회지” This study observed that eating habits differed among male AGA patients, particularly those with a longer disease duration showing a higher intake of meat but lower intake of fish compared to those with shorter duration.
October 2012 in “한국미용학회지” This study reported that stress in early life negatively impacted hair growth in mice at older ages, while Tremella fuciformis Berk extracts partially protected against these effects.
October 2012 in “한국미용학회지” This study suggests that after perm treatments, sufficient application of keratin and ceramide after middle rinsing enhances curl formation while considering hair health.
This study found that putative hair follicle stem cells can successfully be cultured from the bulge area of hair follicles for up to four days, suggesting potential for further development of culture techniques.
June 2012 in “한국생활과학회지 = Korean journal of human ecology” This study observed that a food supplement containing medicinal plant extracts, amino acid, and vitamin complex significantly decreased hair loss and increased hair thickness over three months in adults with subjective hair loss, without notable side effects.
This study found that applying hair conditioner during a permanent wave process in the middle rather than early or late improves tensile strength, hydration, and maintains healthier hair cuticle structure.
In women aged 40-60 with diffuse alopecia, this study found that a complex diet of collagen and vinegar significantly improved hair quantity and scalp condition compared to collagen alone.
January 2012 in “Jounal of The Korean Society of cosmetology” Applying conditioner mid-treatment reduces hair damage during perms.
December 2011 in “대한본초학회지(본초분과학회지)” In this study, Gyungohkgo-gamibang extract significantly stimulated hair growth and increased hair density and thickness in an alopecia model of C57BL/6 mice, indicating its potential as a hair growth tonic.
September 2011 in “대한미용학회지” This study found that Dansam-Samultang may promote hair growth and hair loss prevention in C57BL/6 mice, with notable improvements in hair follicle number, depth, and dermal thickness.
September 2011 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji” Henna orange powder, especially with alkali, protects and colors hair better than oxidizing colorants.
August 2011 in “동의생리병리학회지 = Journal of physiology & pathology in Korean Medicine” In this study, treatment with Green tea was found to significantly increase cholesterol and triglyceride levels in sebocyte cells in a dose-dependent manner.
This study found that Fructus Ligustri Lucidi water extract significantly increased proliferation in human hair dermal papilla cells, potentially promoting hair growth by activating ERK and Akt pathways.
This study observed that 70.2% of patients with androgenetic alopecia at a dermatologic clinic used complementary and alternative medicine, with topical applications being the most common form.
This study suggests that shiitake mushroom, buckwheat, soybean, cypress, and seaweed fulvescens may be potential candidates for use in scalp care cosmetics due to their antioxidative and antimicrobial properties, safety, and favorable user feedback.
January 2011 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” This study found that human growth hormone encapsulated in nano-liposome increased the number of hairs and stimulated hair cycling in mice, suggesting potential benefits for addressing hair loss.
December 2010 in “Journal of Oriental Medicine” This study found that shampoos containing extracts from black bean, wheat, and rice bran enhanced hair growth activity and improved the physical properties of aged hair in laboratory models.
September 2010 in “대한화장품학회지(J. Soc. Cosmet. Scientists Korea)” This study developed and validated a method to analyze active ingredients in hair nourisher products, which was successfully applied to products from the market.