December 2024 in “Journal of Contemporary Medical Practice” This paper examines six famous traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions, exploring their use in treating alopecia based on Zhang Zhongjing's texts, and aims to provide new clinical treatment ideas for hair loss.
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April 2017 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” This study found that the combination of Pandan Wangi leaves and Noni fruit extracts may inhibit fungi commonly associated with dandruff, suggesting potential use in anti-dandruff shampoo formulations.
May 2023 in “Advancements in Homeopathic Research” This study investigated the effectiveness of a botanical formulation, Zauberӧl®, on testosterone-induced alopecia in Wistar rats, focusing on ingredients such as Arnica montana and Hibiscus Rosa sinensis. Results are not reported in the abstract.
This study evaluated formulations of a nanoemulsion with mangkokan leaves extract and candlenut oil, predicting its effectiveness for enhancing hair growth in male Sprague Dawley rats, with nanoemulsions showing assumed stable physical characteristics after two weeks.
August 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this study, combining Polynucleotides High Purification Technology with hyaluronic acid significantly reduced atrophic post-acne scar areas and improved Goodman-Baron scores in a majority of treated patients over six months, reaffirming the approach's beneficial effects in a real-world outpatient setting.
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January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” This study developed and tested a new injectable hydrogel for chronic diabetic wounds, reporting significant improvements in wound healing through enhanced angiogenesis, epithelization, and reduction of inflammation and infection in animal models.
September 2012 in “The Thai journal of veterinary medicine” In this case study, apitoxin aquapuncture combined with herbal medicine was reported to have a favorable therapeutic effect in treating canine superficial pyoderma.
April 2013 in “The FASEB journal” This study observed that Platycarya strobilacea S. et Z. extract enhanced hair growth and improved hair follicle length and immune response in mice compared to control groups.
This study found that in the San Plácido parish of Ecuador, various medicinal plants were widely used by locals for treating common ailments, with the most utilized species being Matricaria chamomilla L. and Mentha rotundifolia L.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair oil formulation that demonstrated favorable physicochemical properties and benefits such as anti-dandruff, anti-hair fall, and hair growth-promoting effects, with formulation F2 identified as the optimal blend for herbal hair care.
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July 2022 in “Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine” This review discusses the molecular phylogeny, chemical constituents, and therapeutic applications of medicinal plants in the Ranunculales order and reports no new clinical results.
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July 2020 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This study identified 26 bioactive compounds in the ethanol extract of Indigofera tinctoria leaves, which are linked to various therapeutic activities, supporting its traditional medicinal use in treating numerous health conditions.
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January 2019 in “AIP conference proceedings” This study observed that rough propolis from Indonesian bees showed significant cytotoxic effects against cancer cell lines, with higher inhibition percentages than smooth propolis, suggesting its potential as an anticancer agent.
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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.
August 2018 in “Farmatsevtychnyĭ zhurnal” This study developed an emulgel containing Saw Palmetto extract and Sophora Japonica tincture for treating androgenic alopecia, optimizing its preparation process to enhance dispersion and rheological properties.
January 2022 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This study found that a polyherbal gel made from guava leaves, amla, and aloe is effective against candidiasis on the skin, with additional benefits of nourishing hair and preventing premature graying.
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November 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study found that ingesting Lactobacillus paracasei HY7015 and Lycopus lucidus Turcz. extract promoted hair regrowth and follicle maturation in mice by enhancing cytoprotective effects and growth factor expression.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil made from natural ingredients and found that the F2 formulation demonstrated favorable physicochemical properties, good stability, and beneficial activities such as anti-dandruff, anti-hair fall, and hair growth promotion, identifying it as optimal for herbal hair care applications.
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June 2019 in “Archives of dermatological research” In this study, combination therapy with DPCP and anthralin promoted hair regrowth in 40.62% of alopecia areata patients who were unresponsive to DPCP alone, with response improving over longer treatment durations.
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study found that a hydrogel containing icariin enhanced wound healing and hair-follicle regeneration in vivo by promoting M2 macrophage polarization and modulating the BMP pathway, with treated skin defects showing improved recovery and new hair follicle development compared to untreated defects.
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April 2012 in “Laser Physics Letters” This study found that a curcumin-labeled particle-associated antiseptic penetrated deeper into hair follicles in porcine skin than particles without antiseptic.
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April 2023 in “Ultrasonics Sonochemistry” This review discusses the extraction, purification, and biological activities of maidenhairtree polysaccharides, emphasizing the higher efficiency of ultrasound-assisted extraction, but it reports no new clinical results.
February 2026 in “World Journal of Interdisciplinary Innovation Sciences” This systematic review found that cinnamon supplementation may modestly improve insulin sensitivity and potentially reduce hyperandrogenism in women with PCOS, but stresses the need for large-scale clinical trials.
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January 2003 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” In this study, Zingiber coralliaum oil induced premature hair growth in mouse skin during tests, suggesting its potential for managing hair growth disorders.
August 2025 in “Current Botany” This study suggests that Acrotrema arnottianum, a herb used in traditional medicine, contains biologically active metabolites like squalene and α-Tocopherol. It showed antibacterial effects against Staphylococcus aureus and antifungal properties against Candida albicans, while demonstrating antioxidant activity.
August 2025 in “Nanomaterials” This study found that tea polyphenol–zinc significantly improved intestinal barrier function and reduced liver inflammation and oxidative stress in mice with diquat-induced damage.
This study found that applying amaranthus extract cream to the scalp significantly improved terminal hair density, anagen hair count, and pilary index in men with male pattern hair loss, suggesting it may be a safe and effective supportive therapy.
This review highlights that certain plant species, like Glycyrrhiza inflata and rosemary, show potential in treating skin diseases such as rosacea and alopecia, but emphasizes the need for more clinical studies to validate these findings.
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February 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that combination therapy with diphenylcyclopropenone and anthralin was more effective for complete hair regrowth in chronic extensive alopecia areata than diphenylcyclopropenone alone, despite more common side effects.