47 citations
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December 2021 in “Applied Sciences” This study demonstrated that Stellaria media extract may enhance wound healing in vitro by promoting cell migration and proliferation, with notable antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
34 citations
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January 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This review highlights the use of natural products in cosmetic-containing herbals for skin and hair care but reports no new clinical results, calling attention to their claimed curative properties and minimal side effects.
24 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This review outlines how combining biomembrane-based nanostructures and microstructures with hydrogels can enhance strategies for chronic wound healing, by utilizing the unique properties of both to address metabolic disturbances and severe symptoms in wound care.
9 citations
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March 2022 in “Antioxidants” This review summarized and classified 32 approved synthetic and natural-identical antioxidants, examining their regulatory status, safety, pharmacological properties, and effectiveness on human health, aiming to clarify their antioxidant actions and encourage further research in the field.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, Clitoria ternatea (Sangu Poo) was noted for its potential roles in health and skincare, with lab tests showing antioxidant, antimicrobial, liver-protective, and cancer-related activities; however, human trial evidence is lacking, impacting consistent quality and progress.
In this study, aqueous and aqueous-alcoholic extracts of Ajuga reptans showed promising hepatoprotective and wound-healing properties, with significant effects observed in experimental models, suggesting potential for development into official medicinal products pending further research.
December 2024 in “Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology” This review highlights the potential benefits of using rosemary and kalonji seeds for hair health, focusing on their phytochemical properties, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic potential in treating conditions such as alopecia and dandruff.
76 citations
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February 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the growing importance of hydrogel scaffolds in skin wound healing, highlighting their unique properties and recent advancements in their use for treating difficult tissue damage, particularly within tissue engineering.
16 citations
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October 2021 in “Trends in biotechnology” This review discusses the potential of protein-based cosmetics, including keratin-based particles and fusion proteins, to improve hair properties such as strength and shape, but it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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November 2022 in “Veterinary sciences” This study found that the interdigital gland of Vembur sheep has larger secretory lobules in males than females, producing various compounds for chemical communication and foot protection.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study concluded that the formulated polyherbal shampoo using natural ingredients is safe, stable, and effective for hair care, showing good cleansing, conditioning, and nourishment properties as a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal shampoo with pomegranate peel and activated charcoal, finding it offered good cleansing ability, stable foam, and scalp-friendly pH without causing irritation, suggesting it may be a safe and effective alternative to synthetic shampoos for pollution-related hair protection.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal shampoo enriched with pomegranate peel extract, reporting good cleansing ability, stable foam, scalp-friendly pH, and no irritation, suggesting it could be a safe, effective alternative for protecting hair from pollution-related damage.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study highlights Clitoria ternatea's potential in modern health and skincare, noting its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties observed in lab tests and exploring its uses in beauty products, yet emphasizes the need for human trials to confirm benefits and ensure quality.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review concludes that herbal hair dyes made from medicinal plants like henna and indigo offer a promising natural alternative to synthetic hair colorants, potentially reducing side effects while providing additional benefits such as hair nourishment and scalp protection.
July 2025 in “Future Journal of Pharmaceuticals and Health Sciences” This study developed a polyherbal chocolate formulation aimed at managing PCOS and hormonal balance, finding that formulation F2 showed excellent organoleptic properties and stability, with future in vivo studies being suggested.
February 2024 in “Advanced Functional Materials” This study reported that a newly developed hydrogel patch, designed to recruit regulatory T cells through ROS-triggered release of CCL22, improved wound healing and hair follicle regeneration in a diabetic mouse model by scavenging ROS, thereby protecting Tregs and suppressing Th17 cells.
January 2024 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and tested a new herbal hair oil combining fenugreek and aloe vera, reporting enhanced hair growth, effective dandruff protection, and a glossy finish, outperforming a marketed product while having minimal side effects.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This study highlights the potential of cosmetic products combining fibroblast growth factors and antioxidants like thioproline, ergothioneine, silymarin, and rosmarinic acid, to mitigate skin aging by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing cellular protection in the skin.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” This study investigated the effects of a derma pen treatment using green betel leaf extract cream on hair development in female Wistar rats, highlighting the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of betel leaves that may aid in hair growth and condition.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study demonstrates that an injectable gelatin-based hydrogel incorporating zirconium and quercetin promotes diabetic wound healing in vivo by enhancing angiogenesis, collagen deposition, and hair follicle regeneration while providing antibacterial and oxidative stress protection without detectable cytotoxicity.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil formulation that included hibiscus flower and other plant extracts, suggesting it may increase hair growth, reduce hair loss, and provide dandruff protection.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review highlights the potential of wedelolactone from the plant Wedelia Chinensis, summarizing its reported pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antitumor, anti-osteoporosis activities, and organ protection based on existing in vitro and in vivo research findings.
January 2024 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and evaluated a pure herbal hair oil using fenugreek seeds and aloe vera, reporting that the oil effectively promotes robust hair growth, offers anti-fungal and anti-dandruff properties, and enhances hair glossiness, surpassing the efficacy of existing marketed products.
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January 2014 in “Advances in bioscience and biotechnology” This study concluded that daily ingestion of natural honey may protect against liver toxicity induced by Doxorubicin in male Albino mice.
July 2024 in “Drug and Chemical Toxicology” Moringa oleifera leaf extract protects skin from damage caused by sodium valproate.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that chitosan nanoparticles containing Cordyceps militaris effectively reduced lung damage in mice exposed to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) by decreasing oxidative stress and preserving lung barrier integrity, suggesting potential as a therapeutic candidate for PM2.5-induced lung diseases.
December 2022 in “International Research Journal Of Modernization In Engineering Technology And Science” This review focuses on cosmeceuticals, emphasizing the herbs used and their associated benefits and challenges, but reports no new experimental results.
19 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a hair care treatment using integral silk proteins and linseed-derived polysaccharides effectively protected and repaired bleached and colored hair swatches, significantly improving their resistance, luster, and reducing structural damage after chemical treatments.
11 citations
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June 2024 in “Molecules” This review investigated the phytochemical variations in different medicinal parts of the plant *Alpinia zerumbet*, finding distinct chemical compositions between leaves, rhizomes, fruits, seeds, and flowers, which supports the traditional use of these parts for various medicinal purposes.