January 2024 in “Estetologia Medyczna i Kosmetologia” Most hair loss shampoos have unproven active ingredients.
19 citations,
January 2010 in “International Journal of Ayurveda Research” Tectona grandis Linn. seeds extract improved hair growth in mice better than minoxidil.
June 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” New treatments improve hair loss solutions for different age groups and genders.
8 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Saw palmetto supplements may modestly improve hair regrowth with few side effects, but more research is needed.
23 citations,
July 2018 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Certain herbal combinations in traditional Chinese medicine might be effective for treating hair loss, focusing on liver or stomach health.
2 citations,
March 2019 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Pharmacy-sold shampoos tend to have fewer allergens compared to those sold in other stores.
June 2023 in “Journal of chemical metrology” A new method found unlisted drugs in two popular hair serums, posing a health risk.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” The treatment improved hair growth and thickness in patients with hair loss, even 10 months after therapy without additional products.
4 citations,
October 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Co-washing is gentler on hair but can cause residue buildup.
November 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Saw palmetto extract reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in people with hair thinning.
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
2 citations,
January 2019 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific and Technical Research” Saw palmetto in hair products might reduce hair loss but can cause side effects.
67 citations,
February 2015 in “Life Sciences” Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
98 citations,
August 2004 in “BJU international” Medications have become the main treatment for enlarged prostate symptoms, replacing surgery and watchful waiting.
51 citations,
October 2012 in “International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology” Finasteride works better than Serenoa repens for male hair loss.
2 citations,
July 2021 in “Uro” Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
2 citations,
December 2003 Saw palmetto is an effective natural treatment for hair loss with minimal side effects.
December 2021 in “Medicina estética” Serenoa repens may help treat hair loss but is less effective than common medications and needs more research to confirm its effectiveness.
July 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” The supplement significantly improves hair density and appearance in people with hair loss.
September 2021 in “Medicina estética” Sabal serrulata and biomimetic peptides with microneedling reduced hair loss and improved hair thickness in men with balding.
54 citations,
September 2002 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” Herbal treatments can help with early-stage BPH symptoms, but more research is needed.
Saw palmetto is not proven to improve urinary flow, prostate size, or hair loss.
October 2007 in “Humana Press eBooks” Saw palmetto can help with prostate issues and may promote hair growth.
105 citations,
January 2004 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride improves chronic pelvic pain, saw palmetto doesn't.
26 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbal alternatives like saw palmetto and green tea may offer safe, effective treatment for hormonal hair loss.
22 citations,
August 2009 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” The composition with carnitine, thioctic acid, and saw palmetto extract may effectively reduce inflammation in hair follicle cells.
3 citations,
January 2019 in “Therapeutic advances in urology” WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
581 citations,
February 1998 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Herbal remedies can cause adverse effects and need more safety research.
124 citations,
January 1993 in “The Prostate” Finasteride effectively inhibits 5α reductase, while plant extracts like Permixon and Bazoton don't show significant results.
72 citations,
January 2011 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.