December 2024 in “Varna Medical Forum” This article reviews scientific literature on the properties of essential oils and herbs in cosmetic medicine, highlighting their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits in skin and hair care and their potential as natural alternatives to synthetic cosmeceutical ingredients for promoting dermatological health.
March 2025 in “Journal of Neonatal Surgery” This review focuses on the significant pharmacological properties and therapeutic potential of phytosterols, terpenoids, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds from the endangered plant Nardostachys Jatamansi, highlighting their diverse applications in disease prevention and treatment.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Plant Studies” This research review examined existing studies on the medicinal properties of Tridax procumbens and found that its secondary metabolites have potential for treating various ailments, especially in tropical regions, though more studies are needed to fully understand its potential applications and safety.
July 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review highlights the diverse potential medicinal properties of kavalactones from Alpinia zerumbet, which include antioxidant, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory activities, among others, and suggests fields for further research.
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July 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review summarizes how foods with both medicinal and nutritional properties are being examined for their potential role in addressing post-acute COVID-19 syndrome, but it reports no new clinical results.
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October 2024 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This review highlighted the potential of silver nanoparticles' antibacterial properties across biomedical, pharmaceutical, and dental applications, and emphasized plant-based biosynthesis methods as eco-friendly alternatives to conventional nanoparticle production despite existing toxicity concerns.
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October 2021 in “Journal of Advanced Research” This study demonstrated that a new biomimetic tissue engineering strategy using DP spheroids with vascularization significantly restored the hair-inducing properties of dermal papilla cells compared to traditional 3D cultures.
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February 2019 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This review discusses the chemical composition and traditional medicinal uses of Eruca sativa, particularly its potential applications in topical preparations for hair growth and treating skin infections, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the diverse therapeutic properties of Hibiscus rosa sinensis, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects, and notes that while most extracts showed no toxicity, some altered biological markers, necessitating further research to explore its medicinal potential through clinical trials.
March 2026 in “Israel Journal of Plant Sciences” This study investigated the endophytic bacterial community of Eclipta prostrata, finding that these microorganisms contribute to the plant’s stress tolerance and detoxification, which may enhance its medicinal properties by supporting the synthesis and stability of beneficial metabolites.
June 2025 in “Basrah Researches Sciences” This article discusses how medicinal plants, known for their antiviral, immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, may help alleviate long-term COVID-19 effects, but emphasizes the need for further clinical trials to confirm safety and efficacy.
This source reports the versatile use of Bhringraj (Eclipta Alba) for liver health, hair care, and digestive regulation, noting its potential benefits in conditions like alopecia areata due to its liver-protective and hair-strengthening properties.
January 2015 in “International Journal of Pharma and Bio Sciences” This review discusses the traditional medicinal uses of Tridax procumbens, attributing its therapeutic properties to various active phytochemicals, but reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2021 in “Phytomedicine Plus” This review discusses the key Indian medicinal plants and their pharmacological properties, aiming to support the development of new ethnomedicines, but it reports no new clinical results.
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June 2014 in “Vìsnik farmacìï” This study developed an emulsion formulation with optimal properties for androgenetic alopecia treatment using saw palmetto and Japanese Sophora extracts, evaluated for stability and release of active ingredients.
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August 2024 in “Discover Nano” This review summarizes that polyesters hold promise for vascular tissue engineering due to their mechanical properties and biodegradability, but optimizing their use in repairing damaged blood vessels remains challenging due to the complexity of vascular tissues.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review found that Hibiscus rosa sinensis extracts exhibit diverse medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, with minimal toxicity at high doses, though some altered blood markers, indicating a need for further research into their mechanisms and clinical applications.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacology” This review highlights that iPSC-derived artificial platelets offer a promising alternative to platelet-rich plasma for regenerative medicine, with standardized manufacturing and reproducible pharmacological properties, addressing variability issues associated with donor-derived platelets and showing therapeutic potential in preclinical models of osteoarthritis.
December 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmiah Farmasi (Scientific Journal of Pharmacy)” This literature review reports that lavender essential oil exhibits various medicinal benefits, such as antibacterial and antioxidant properties, and that incorporating nanotechnology could enhance its effectiveness by improving solubility and stability.
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January 2022 in “Biocell” This article discusses the potential of mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes (MSCs-exosomes) in regenerative medicine, highlighting their beneficial effects like anti-inflammatory and tissue regeneration properties, and noting challenges such as exosome isolation and safety evaluation that need addressing.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” This article examines the butterfly pea flower, Clitoria ternatea, focusing on its history, health benefits, and culinary uses. It highlights the flower's antioxidant-rich composition, adaptability in traditional medicine, and unique color-changing properties that enhance its appeal in foods and drinks.
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October 2024 in “Phytochemistry Reviews” Abrus precatorius has medicinal benefits but can be toxic.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review outlines the medicinal uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacology of Hibiscus rosa sinensis, noting its wide-ranging effects like anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, but also calls for more research on its safety and precise mechanisms given some extracts affect hematological and biochemical markers.
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January 2010 in “International journal of medicinal mushrooms” This study found that Ganoderma lucidum fruiting body powder improved cholesterol profiles and hair follicle health in rats exposed to a tumor-promoting agent, suggesting potential chemopreventive properties against skin abnormalities.
May 2026 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” In this study, researchers successfully scaled a plant-based shampoo formulation for dry and damaged hair from laboratory to industrial production, maintaining its physicochemical properties and microbiological safety throughout, highlighting the formulation's scalability and the importance of quality control in cosmetic manufacturing.
October 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this study, researchers documented the use of 69 plant species across 38 families in traditional medicine by herbal practitioners in Raichur District, detailing their therapeutic properties for 22 ailments such as fever, epilepsy, and diabetes, though interest in traditional practices is declining.
September 2025 in “Journal of Polymer Science” This review article highlighted the diverse applications of functionalized materials from bacterial cellulose, detailing advances in both in situ and ex situ methods for enhancing these materials' properties, particularly for medical applications, and proposed directions for future research.
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December 2017 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This review discusses the traditional and pharmacological uses of Cuscuta reflexa, but it reports no new clinical results, calling attention to its potential antihypertensive, antidiabetic, and antioxidant properties.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This paper reviews the traditional use of Martynia annua in Indian medicine, detailing its reported effectiveness against a variety of conditions such as inflammation, epilepsy, and infections, and highlights its diverse pharmacological properties which warrant further clinical research.
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that the extract of Eclipta prostrata L. demonstrated high antioxidant and anti-acetylcholinesterase activities, moderate inhibition of enzymes linked to diabetes, and favorable ADMET properties, suggesting potential cognitive and diabetes management benefits.