November 2025 in “Current Cosmetic Science” This study reviews the potential of rosemary for hair loss treatment, highlighting its beneficial bioactive compounds that may support healthier scalps and promote hair growth, though inconsistencies in formulations and lack of long-term safety data suggest more research is needed.
April 2026 in “Biosensors” In this study, red-light irradiation significantly increased hair follicle numbers and ATP levels in a mouse model, highlighting low-level laser therapy's potential to enhance hair regeneration and alter the skin metabolic microenvironment.
January 2020 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses rodent models of human hair loss and highlights the potential of traditional medicinal plants as hair growth promoters, but reports no new clinical results.
October 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review reports that onion-derived products, like juice and oil, show potential benefits for hair regrowth in alopecia areata and scalp health due to their rich phytochemical content, but notes that further standardized formulations and rigorous clinical trials are needed to substantiate these effects.
October 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review synthesizes current research on onion-derived preparations for scalp and hair health, highlighting their potential benefits in hair regrowth, microbial reduction, and follicular support, while noting gaps in standardized formulations and controlled clinical trials.
October 2025 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This review reports that topical applications of onion-based preparations, like onion juice and oil, may support hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata and improve scalp health through antioxidant and antimicrobial effects, although standardized formulations and clinical trials are limited.
January 2005 in “Metas de Enfermería” This review discusses the use of Serenoa repens for benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, noting similar efficacy to other treatments but highlights the need for further rigorous trials to confirm effectiveness.
This study concluded that phytotherapy offers a potentially effective and safer alternative to conventional treatments for androgenetic alopecia by reducing hair loss progression without the usual adverse effects.
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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.
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May 2020 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review provides a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms, efficacy, and adverse reactions of drugs commonly used for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia but reports no new clinical results.
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August 2021 in “Uro” This review concludes that global literature supports the lipidosterolic extract of Serenoa repens as efficacious and safe for treating lower urinary tract symptoms, with some studies showing equivalence to common pharmacologic agents.
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July 2021 in “Uro” This review discusses the efficacy of the lipidosterolic extract of Serenoa repens for treating lower urinary tract symptoms and reports no new clinical results; the authors propose further examination of the existing literature and guidelines.
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January 2025 in “Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery” Low-level laser therapy reduces pain, swelling, and improves healing after wisdom tooth removal.
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January 2015 in “Pharmacology” This report describes a case where a food supplement containing Serenoa repens extract was associated with hot flashes and menarche in a 10-year-old girl being treated for hirsutism.
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August 2004 in “BJU international” This review critically examines the current medical management strategies for BPH/LUTS and reports no new experimental results.
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October 2018 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study found that topical oxygen therapy may be a beneficial adjuvant treatment for hair loss, acne, and chronic dermatological conditions, though further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
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September 2025 in “Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia” In this study, the combination of Serenoa repens extract with Phenolmicin P3 and Bosexil suppositories significantly improved lower urinary tract symptoms and decreased PSA levels in patients with benign prostatic obstruction-related symptoms.
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.
January 2015 in “Farmatsevtychnyĭ zhurnal” This research discusses the development of a complex tincture for telogen effluvium using nettle, sage, and chestnut leaves, but provides no new clinical results.
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June 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that for men with moderate-to-severe LUTS/BPH, 6 months of treatment with tamsulosin plus the hexanic extract of S. repens was as effective as tamsulosin plus a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor but had better tolerability.
November 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” In this study, researchers developed a DNA/GelMA-based cryogel platform that uses phototherapy to combat MRSA infection and promote scarless wound healing, showing enhanced bactericidal activity, tissue regeneration, and anti-inflammatory effects in vivo, suggesting a promising approach for treating infected skin wounds.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz. extract promotes anagen entry and hair regrowth by enhancing dermal papilla cell activity and supporting hair cycle progression in a mouse model.
December 2024 in “DIET FACTOR (Journal of Nutritional & Food Sciences)” This study reports that fenugreek seed extract (Furocyst®) improved body weight, ovarian cysts, ovary size, hair growth, and menstrual regularity in women with PCOS, indicating its potential as an effective phytotherapeutic option for managing the condition.
April 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review highlights cellulose-based materials' potential in skin disease treatments, emphasizing their smart, responsive design for various conditions, with insights into their roles in wound healing, infection prevention, and wearable monitoring.
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December 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review suggests that, among non-hormonal treatments for menstrual irregularities in adolescents with PCOS, metformin is the most effective and cost-efficient option, particularly in overweight adolescent girls.
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March 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses the modest efficacy of home-use laser and light devices for conditions like hair removal and acne, noting limited evidence and a lack of robust trials.
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February 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” This review discusses herbal therapies for dermatologic disorders, focusing on those with scientific evidence of efficacy and common interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” This review explores herbal medications for skin disorders, covering their clinical efficacy, safety, and common drug interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
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April 2020 in “Curēus” In this pilot study, both microneedling and CO2 laser combined with hair transplantation and nbUVB demonstrated potential for inducing repigmentation in refractory palmar-plantar vitiligo, though further research is needed to ascertain their relative efficacy.
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May 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This article reviews home-use laser and intense pulsed light systems for hair removal and growth, noting limited efficacy and safety data and emphasizing the need for long-term studies.