37 citations
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January 2019 in “Food science & nutrition” This review summarizes various effects of bergamot components on multiple health conditions in humans and animals but reports limitations in their use for stress and anxiety relief in aromatherapy.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The researchers reported that a coconut oil-based polyherbal hair oil developed using traditional medicinal plants demonstrated satisfactory physicochemical properties, including stability and pH suitability for scalp application, though further biological evaluation is needed to confirm therapeutic effects.
November 2023 in “ACS Nano” In a mouse model of deep skin burns, this study found that a neuro-inspired biomimetic microreactor, when delivered through a hydrogel and activated by near-infrared light, significantly promoted functional skin regeneration, sensory recovery, and hair follicle formation.
January 2025 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” This study examined the effectiveness of peppermint essential oil formulated into a nanoliposome gel for enhancing hair growth, finding that this preparation increased hair growth in male Sprague Dawley rats without causing irritation, suggesting it may improve delivery of these active ingredients.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” This study found that a mixture of 80% coconut oil and 20% candlenut oil effectively stimulated hair development in Wistar rats, which may be attributed to the high lauric acid content in coconut oil.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair growth oil using botanical substances and base oils like coconut and castor oil, finding it to be stable, non-irritating, and suggesting potential hair-growing properties through mechanisms such as scalp blood flow improvement and anti-inflammatory effects.
60 citations
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This review highlights the potential of near-infrared light therapy to improve metabolic, antioxidant, and cognitive functions without adverse effects, and supports its use for visual and neurological conditions through molecular and cellular mechanisms, as reported in this source.
180 citations
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November 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry” This study found that fluoxetine did not demonstrate short-term efficacy in treating trichotillomania in a placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover setting.
May 2026 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” This study outlined the complexities of common scalp conditions like dandruff and alopecia, emphasizing the need for comprehensive treatment strategies that include modern diagnostic techniques and address underlying factors to enhance therapy effectiveness and improve patients' quality of life.
9 citations
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August 2014 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology” This case study found that pharmacopuncture and needle-embedding therapy improved hair loss and physical condition in a woman with androgenetic alopecia, but further clinical studies are needed.
3 citations
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November 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses alopecia and the impact of hair loss on mental health, but it presents no new research findings and highlights the need for further studies.
38 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” This study describes the successful management of Andean bear alopecia syndrome in three female bears using oclacitinib, leading to rapid pruritus resolution and fur regrowth without adverse effects.
7 citations
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September 2014 in “Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences” This study found that ethanolic and petroleum ether extracts of Cuscuta reflexa, as well as an isolate from these extracts, improved hair growth and follicle characteristics in androgen-induced alopecia in rats.
October 2025 in “Journal of Advanced Trends in Medical Research” This review highlights the potential of rosemary as a treatment for various types of alopecia, with effects possibly comparable to minoxidil and a favorable safety profile, though further large-scale studies are necessary to confirm these findings.
33 citations
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June 1995 in “International journal of legal medicine” This study observed that prolonged water or soil exposure can lead to significant reductions in drug levels in bleached and natural hair samples.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that a 1% concentration of thyme oil was more effective at killing Demodex mites in vitro than higher concentrations of tea tree and sage oils, suggesting thyme oil may have therapeutic potential for ocular demodicosis.
77 citations
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June 2007 in “PLoS ONE” This study identified changes in transcription factor gene expression across various signaling pathways during inner ear hair cell regeneration in birds, revealing patterns and potential new pathways for future investigation.
January 2001 in “대한피부과학회지” This study found that oral minipulse therapy with betamethasone may effectively promote hair regrowth in alopecia areata while causing fewer severe side effects compared to traditional pulse therapy.
This study found that compounds isolated from Indian medicinal plants showed good to moderate hair growth activity in vivo compared to minoxidil.
7 citations
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July 2025 in “The Journal of Physiology” This study found that human C-tactile afferents respond to hair deflection, suggesting a functionally relevant anatomical relationship to hair follicles similar to that observed in mice.
February 2026 in “Middle European Scientific Bulletin” In this study, researchers explored the formation of the skin's epidermal barrier, its interplay with skin microbiota, and the role of skin appendages, suggesting that probiotics might offer promising avenues for treating scalp diseases, particularly those affecting hair loss.
2 citations
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October 2022 in “Hop and Medicinal Plants” This review discusses the traditional and potential therapeutic uses of lavender, highlighting its possible anxiolytic and neuroprotective effects, but notes a lack of strong scientific evidence for many claimed benefits.
50 citations
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July 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that applying dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB), a contact allergen, led to hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata, while croton oil did not have the same effect.
January 2006 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Most studies on perioral dermatitis treatment are of low quality, with some agreement on oral tetracycline effectiveness and stopping steroids and cosmetics.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study examined the formulation of an oil derived from Alkanna tinctoria roots, traditionally used for hair health, and discusses its potential benefits for controlling hair loss, baldness, and premature greying, while promoting hair growth.
1 citations
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February 2010 in “Proceedings of SPIE” This study suggests that low level laser therapy may promote hair cell regeneration in rat cochlear explants following gentamicin-induced damage.
November 2017 in “Deleted Journal” In this study, treating a rabbit with ear canker using ivermectin, pheniramine maleate, and a honey-turmeric mix resulted in substantial clinical improvement, including reduced itching and restored hair and skin quality.
4 citations
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May 2018 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” Fumaric acid esters might help treat alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
January 2020 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study observed that a polyherbal hair oil made from virgin coconut oil and extracts of nine different herbs demonstrated effectiveness in promoting hair growth with a cooling effect and no reported side effects, based on various evaluated properties.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Revista CUIDARTE” This abstract discusses research into various interventions like acupressure, massage, and music therapy for managing secondary symptoms such as nausea, pain, and neuropathy. The authors emphasized the need for standardizing these interventions and their outcome measurements.