January 2023 in “Acta historiae medicinae stomatologiae pharmaciae medicinae veterinariae” This article reviews historical uses of male red deer parts in traditional medicine but provides no new research findings; it emphasizes their long-standing role in treatments for various health issues.
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This article discusses the connection between product use, contact dermatitis, and frontal fibrosing alopecia and reports no new findings; the authors emphasize the need for more research to improve patient outcomes.
November 2023 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This source reviews the developments in hair care technologies, noting that while herbal shampoos offer benefits such as eliminating grease and promoting hair growth, some shampoo ingredients may cause side effects like hair loss and discomfort.
January 2026 in “Cosmetics” This study highlights emerging regenerative strategies, such as stem cell-derived therapies and machine learning tools, that may advance hair loss treatment beyond traditional methods by promoting follicle regeneration and offering personalized care.
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March 2001 in “Journal of Endocrinology/Journal of endocrinology” In this study, androgen receptors were found only in the mane follicles of red deer stags during the breeding season, suggesting their expression is induced by seasonal hormone changes.
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that androgens influence hair follicle behavior via the dermal papilla, using evidence from human and red deer cells with differing androgen responses as models.
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January 1993 in “Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation” This study identified chronic selenosis in horses in western Iowa due to elevated selenium intake from locally produced alfalfa hay, leading to symptoms like alopecia and hoof deformities.
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August 1996 in “The journal of experimental zoology/Journal of experimental zoology” This study suggests that red deer stags provide a novel model for investigating hormonal regulation of hair growth due to the different cell growth rates in hair follicles during breeding and nonbreeding seasons.
December 2019 in “Ukrainian Journal of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences” This study found that examining the microscopic and ultramicroscopic structures of donkey and horse hair can help differentiate between the species based on distinct differences in hair cuticle and brain substance patterns.
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February 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study reports that alopecia areata is a rare and typically cosmetic condition in horses, affecting breeds such as Appaloosas and quarter horses, with a possible seasonal pattern of worsening in spring and summer.
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January 2007 in “Australian Veterinary Journal” A horse's sudden hair loss was caused by an allergic reaction to a coat conditioning powder.
January 2024 in “Medycyna Weterynaryjna” In this study, researchers observed that Purebred Arabian horses had significantly thicker hair in most assessed body areas compared to Polish Sports horses, indicating that breed should be considered in evaluations of equine skin and hair characteristics.
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February 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study provides the first draft of the male Asiatic lion's whole genome, revealing low genomic diversity and highlighting conservation concerns.
June 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that a novel multi-compound Blend, tested on ex vivo human hair follicles, promotes hair growth by enhancing elastin deposition and dermal papilla inductivity more effectively than isopropyl cloprostenate, suggesting benefits through elastogenesis and modulation of Wnt signaling.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a novel Dual-Phase Herbal Elixir aimed at managing hair fall and dandruff, finding that its unique oil and aqueous layers significantly reduced scalp flakiness and hair fall in a six-week trial, underscoring its potential as a natural hair care alternative.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a new herbal hair serum using a dual-phase system effectively reduced scalp flakiness and hair fall in a six-week trial, combining oil-based growth stimulants and water-based antimicrobial agents for comprehensive scalp and hair health.
July 2018 in “Media Informasi” This study found that a 3:2 combination of pandan leaf and mother-in-law's tongue extracts in hair tonic showed similar hair growth activity as 5% minoxidil after three weeks.
October 2024 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” This study found that the F6 formulation of a hair tonic containing EDS and ATG extracts produced the most significant hair growth in rabbits, without causing skin irritation and remaining stable throughout the observation period.
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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.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” In this experimental study using male rabbits, researchers found that a 7.5% concentration of green tea leaf ethanol extract hair tonic was nearly as effective in promoting hair growth as the positive control, minoxidil, over a 21-day period.
October 2020 in “Journal of bio innovation” In this study, DanEra, an herbal hair tonic from Pomegranate and Beetroot extracts, showed equivalent effectiveness to the standard drug Ketoconazole in microbiological tests and provided significant relief from severe dandruff in all volunteers within 10 days.
May 2023 in “Pharma xplore : jurnal sains dan ilmu farmasi” In an animal study, researchers found that a hair tonic containing a 1:1 ratio of kelor and rambutan leaf extracts led to similar hair growth in rabbits compared to a minoxidil control, with average hair lengths of 3 cm versus 2.025 cm, respectively.
January 2021 in “Indonesian Journal on Medical Science” This study concluded that a hair tonic combining aloe vera and celery extracts can be formulated, with formula 1 meeting the stability requirements best over a month.
In this experimental study, hibiscus leaf extract at a 30% concentration showed effectiveness in promoting hair growth on guinea pigs, with measurable increases in hair length and weight by the 21st day.
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June 2018 in “Pharmaciana” In this study, researchers developed a hair tonic using 7.5% Aloe vera extract and 2.5% licorice extract, finding that the formula with 15% ethanol showed optimum activity by promoting hair growth and increased hair weight in rabbits over 28 days.
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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.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a multipurpose herbal gel formulation that enhances hair manageability, provides antimicrobial benefits, and supports skin care. The gel is non-irritating, leaves hair soft, and imparts a glow to the skin while being cost-effective.
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December 2015 in “Journal of Medicinal Plants Research” This study reports that a 30% ethanol extract of a plant mixture enhanced hair growth in human hair dermal papilla cells and mice, suggesting potential use in hair growth products.
August 2009 in “PHARMACY: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia (Pharmaceutical Journal of Indonesia)” This study concluded that ethanolic extract of Morinda may enhance hair growth in male rabbits.
February 2020 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” This study developed a multipurpose herbal hair emulgel incorporating aloe vera, tea extract, coconut oil, and castor oil, aimed at promoting hair growth and controlling dandruff, hair fall, and greying. Evaluation found the product to be stable.