November 2025 in “Naukovij vìsnik veterinarnoï medicini” This study found that applying aqueous bay leaf extract to skin graft wounds in rabbits reduced inflammation and improved tissue regeneration, leading to enhanced healing compared to untreated controls, particularly in terms of collagen organization, fibrosis, and inflammation modulation over a 21-day period.
7 citations
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December 2021 in “Annals of Phytomedicine An International Journal” This study observed that silver nanoparticles synthesized using Laurus nobilis leaf extracts significantly inhibited protein denaturation and membrane stabilization in vitro, suggesting potential as a basis for novel antiarthritic drugs.
January 2022 in “Acta botanica Caucasica” This study evaluated herbal cosmetic products used in Turkiye, identifying 140 plant species and highlighting walnut, common nettle, and grape as popular for various traditional uses.
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January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this study, herbal extracts commonly used in traditional medicine were observed to significantly increase the proliferation of human dermal papilla cells, suggesting potential as alternative therapies for enhancing hair growth.
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October 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This article discusses the development of an evidence-based guideline for treating androgenetic alopecia and reports no new research results.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the therapeutic potential of costunolide for various diseases, highlighting its bioactivity and mechanisms, but it reports no new experimental results.
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September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review summarizes causes and treatments of androgenetic alopecia with a focus on herbs as potential alternatives, but reports no new results and suggests more research is needed to validate these options.
32 citations
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January 2021 in “Molecules” This review compiles studies on the antidiabetic potential of plants from the Middle East, particularly from the Asteraceae and Lamiaceae families, but reports no clinical results.
25 citations
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July 2017 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This review summarizes preclinical and clinical information on herbal products for hair loss treatment, highlighting their mechanisms, follicular penetration, and potential side effects, suggesting they may offer alternatives to synthetic drugs with fewer side effects.
23 citations
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January 2016 in “Contact Dermatitis” This study found that a small number of patients with essential oil allergies could be missed if only standard fragrance tests are used, suggesting the need for specific testing and careful product inspection.
22 citations
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November 2024 in “Planta” This review highlights the potential of aromatic plants as natural antioxidants in cosmeceuticals, which may combat skin aging and promote rejuvenation by counteracting oxidative stress, offering a natural alternative to synthetic products with benefits like photoprotection and anti-wrinkle effects.
16 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This review discusses the role of inheritance, androgens, and microinflammation in androgenetic alopecia and suggests some plant-based folk remedies may help address these factors but reports no new clinical results.
February 2024 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This review discusses the potential of plant-based preparations for treating hair loss and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight herbs with evidence of efficacy against alopecia.
December 2023 in “Research in pharmacy” This review underscores the importance of phytotherapeutic compounds and adjuncts in managing polycystic ovarian syndrome but does not present new clinical evidence.
December 2023 in “PubMed” This study highlights that homemade topical herbal preparations, although popular for their perceived safety, may lead to allergic reactions, notably with Mediterranean herbs, and advises cautious use, particularly for allergy-prone individuals.
October 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This study reviews previous research on Lawsonia inermis Linn., commonly known as henna, to evaluate its potential for enhancing wound healing, given concerns about the adverse effects and resistance associated with synthetic antibiotics and antimicrobials.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” This review details the causes, symptoms, and treatments for dandruff, emphasizing herbal ingredients with anti-dandruff properties used in shampoos and exploring their antifungal and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. It highlights dandruff's exploitation by personal care companies due to the lack of medical interventions.
November 2022 in “PLANT ARCHIVES” This study reported on 23 medicinal plant species used in Ben M'hidi, El-Tarf, Algeria, providing ethnobotanical insights into their traditional therapeutic applications.
January 2018 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” This study identified the most common plants in hair cosmetics, like shampoos and dyes, with Rosmarinus officinalis L. and Lawsonia inermis L. leading, to serve as a reference for future research and healthcare professionals.
April 2023 in “Seven Editora eBooks” This review discusses essential oils for androgenetic alopecia and hair growth but reports that few robust clinical trials currently support their effectiveness; the authors call for more research.
27 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” In this review, Ziziphus lotus was reported to have multiple traditional uses and demonstrated various pharmacological properties in lab and animal studies, with over 181 identified bioactive compounds; however, clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy as a medicinal agent.
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March 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that FGF21 suppresses inflammation induced by C. acnes in both human skin cells and mouse models, suggesting potential use in acne treatment.
5 citations
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October 2023 in “Forests” In this study, researchers assessed the genetic diversity of 101 Ginkgo biloba individuals using EST-SSR markers and concluded that there is a high level of genetic diversity in Ginkgo populations, facilitating the construction of a core germplasm collection for breeding purposes.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the diverse industrial applications of hemp beyond traditional fiber uses, highlighting its phytochemical components with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that are explored in agrochemicals, cosmetics, and food sectors.
January 2025 in “Dermatologic Therapy” In this review, researchers explored key mechanisms underlying androgenetic alopecia, revealing how hormonal, oxidative, inflammatory, and lipid dysregulation suppress hair growth pathways and suggesting new therapeutic targets such as DP2 antagonists and microbiome modulators.
January 2024 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This study highlights the various bacterial, fungal, and viral threats to honeybee colonies, such as American Foulbrood and Deformed Wing Virus, and discusses management strategies like Integrated Pest Management and genetic resistance to preserve honeybee populations and their crucial pollination roles.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the biologically active compounds in Maxillariinae orchids, highlighting 62 semiochemicals with medical potential, but reports no new clinical findings.
May 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS)” This review discusses the diverse medicinal uses and pharmacological aspects of Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis Linn and highlights the need for further research on this plant.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study demonstrated that aqueous and hydroethanolic extracts of Catharanthus roseus and Schwenckia americana showed no acute oral toxicity at the tested dose in rats, although histological changes in kidney and liver tissues were observed.
38 citations
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January 2001 in “Neuroepidemiology” This paper discusses the limitations of clinical trials in evaluating combination treatment regimens for Alzheimer's disease and ischemic stroke, highlighting the extensive resources required for such trials.