This review highlights concerns about dermatological side effects linked to rapid weight loss from glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists used for type 2 diabetes and obesity treatment, such as skin laxity, decreased collagen, and hair loss, emphasizing the importance of managing these while retaining metabolic benefits.
15 citations
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March 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the role of shaving technology and specific skincare ingredients like glycerine and niacinamide in improving male facial skin health, but reports no new clinical results.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The moisturizing cream used after a chemical peel was well tolerated and effectively moisturized the skin.
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July 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Men with a certain type of hair loss often use facial moisturizers, and a specific antibiotic treatment may help another hair condition.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of flaxseed oil for moisturizing and nourishing hair, highlighting its rich content of beneficial compounds, but it reports no clinical results.
April 2024 in “Current research in nutrition and food science” This study found that a food supplement improved skin moisturization, elasticity, and thickness, reduced telogen hair density, and enhanced nail status in women with mild-to-moderate aging signs after 84 days.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study focused on formulating and assessing flaxseed herbal oil for its potential to moisturize and nourish hair, highlighting flaxseed's rich content of beneficial compounds such as omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which support scalp health and promote hair growth.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights flaxseed's potential as a natural hair care ingredient due to its moisturizing, strengthening, and nutritional qualities attributed to its high antioxidant and essential fatty acid content; however, further clinical studies are needed to optimize formulations and assess long-term effects.
2 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Advanced Community Medicine” This study reported the formulation of a new cream combining niacinamide and retinol aimed at reducing hyperpigmentation and providing anti-aging and moisturizing effects. It found that the cream remained stable under various environmental conditions and did not cause skin irritation in patch tests.
August 2024 in “Faedah Jurnal Hasil Kegiatan Pengabdian Masyarakat Indonesia” In this community outreach, participants in Langkat were educated about the benefits of gotu kola leaves as a natural facial moisturizer, resulting in improved knowledge, especially among children, teenagers, and mothers, as shown by pre- and post-test gains.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the potential of flaxseed as a natural hair care ingredient, noting its moisturizing, strengthening, and nutritional properties that may improve hair health and texture, though more clinical studies are needed to confirm these benefits.
July 2021 in “Clinical Case Reports and Clinical Study” This article discusses the formulation and potential benefits of herbal hair gels, highlighting their moisturizing properties and fewer side effects compared to marketed synthetic alternatives, but reports no experimental results.
January 1994 in “SÖFW. Seifen, Öle, Fette, Wachse” This article reviews the cosmetic properties of D-panthenol, noting its moisturizing and hair-strengthening effects, but reports no new clinical results.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated a levan-based polysaccharide, POLEVAN®, in shampoo formulations and reported that it significantly increased hair glossiness by 24%, allowed a reduction of surfactant content by up to 50% without affecting foam, and maintained scalp moisturization similar to hyaluronic acid in a clinical setting.
3 citations
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May 2011 in “Practice nursing” As skin ages, it gets thinner, paler, and more wrinkled, and protection and care like sunblock and moisturizers are important.
March 2025 in “Journal of Natural Product For Degenerative Diseases.” This literature review reports that natural ingredients like lavender, peppermint, and rosemary in hair products have demonstrated potential for strengthening, moisturizing, and regrowing hair, while being more environmentally friendly and safer compared to chemical alternatives.
9 citations
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July 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” In this study, long-pulsed 755-nm alexandrite laser treatment for keratosis pilaris significantly improved skin roughness and redness, as well as follicular plug reduction, with good safety and patient satisfaction compared to a moisturizing lotion alone.
5 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review highlights the benefits of using natural herbal extracts, containing compounds like polyphenols and flavonoids, in anti-aging skincare formulations, suggesting they offer moisturizing, antioxidant, and rejuvenating effects, especially when incorporated with nano-formulations for enhanced efficacy.
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January 1994 in “Yakugaku zasshi” In this study, EPC-K, a compound with antioxidant and moisturizing effects, was found to decompose significantly under certain conditions, impacting its stability in quasi drug hair-growing products.
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June 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The authors outlined fundamental aspects of hair conditioners, including their purpose for enhancing hair management and luster, and evaluated three types—Herbal, Synthetic, and Ayurvedic—based on various properties such as pH and moisturization, focusing on ingredients like Aloe vera and flaxseed for potential hair repair benefits.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal hair mask formulated with natural ingredients like flaxseed and aloe vera and found it to be stable, non-irritant, and effective for conditioning and moisturizing hair, offering a safe alternative to synthetic products.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal hair mask made from natural ingredients, reporting it as stable, non-irritating, and effective for conditioning, moisturizing, and hair strengthening, positioning it as a safe natural alternative to synthetic hair products.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Therapeutic Innovation.” This study developed an herbal hair mask using natural ingredients like rice water, aloe vera gel, and coconut oil, which demonstrated moisturizing, strengthening, and protective properties, potentially aiding in maintaining healthy and resilient hair.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Science and Research Archive” This study focused on developing an effective herbal hair conditioner using ingredients like Custard Apple, Aloe Vera, and Hibiscus Flower, and evaluated its properties such as pH, stability, and moisturizing efficacy.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Arts” In this study, researchers formulated a pomade using papaya seed oil and virgin coconut oil at various concentrations and found it to be stable, non-irritating, and preferred by users, with the 7.5% concentration being most favored for providing shiny and moisturized hair.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review focuses on the formulation and evaluation of an herbal hair gel using natural ingredients, which reportedly strengthens hair roots, reduces hair fall, and promotes scalp health as a safer alternative to synthetic products, through various properties like moisturizing and antimicrobial effects.
2 citations
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January 2024 in “Pakistan Veterinary Journal” This review highlights the potential of hydrogels in veterinary medicine, emphasizing their advantages over traditional wound dressings and their promising applications in drug delivery and tissue engineering, despite currently limited use in this field.
December 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This review highlights that flaxseed, due to its high levels of antioxidants and essential fatty acids, may improve hair texture, reduce frizz, and support hair growth, though more clinical studies are needed to confirm the best formulations and effects.
March 2023 in “Ukrainian Journal of Dermatology Venerology Cosmetology” In this article, the authors detail their experience with AltrenoTM, a new topical retinoid lotion used for treating mild to moderate acne, reporting clinical effectiveness and satisfactory tolerability among patients of various ages, including children as young as 9.
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January 2015 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Acitretin significantly reduced inflammatory attacks in a woman with Naevus Comedonicus Syndrome but caused side effects.