24 citations
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June 2011 in “Andrologia” This study found that Ganoderma lucidum extracts reduced prostate enlargement and improved symptoms in testosterone-treated rats, suggesting potential benefits for managing benign prostatic hyperplasia.
22 citations
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August 2011 in “Journal of Supercritical Fluids” In this study, fraction No. 3 of Oryza sativa bran extract demonstrated high unsaturated fatty acid content and significant 5α-reductase inhibition, suggesting potential for developing anti-androgenic alopecia products.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” This study found that the alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba exhibited dose-dependent antianaphylactic effects in animal models, possibly due to membrane stabilization and reduced histamine release.
18 citations
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January 2007 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” This study found that petroleum ether extracts of Citrullus colocynthis reduced hair growth initiation time and advanced more hair follicles to the anagen phase in albino rats compared to untreated controls and minoxidil.
15 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Oleo Science” This study found that a phytosomal delivery system improved the bioavailability of Cuscuta reflexa extract compared to the plain extract, suggesting enhanced potential for this formulation.
12 citations
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September 2010 in “Clothing and Textiles Research Journal” This preliminary study found that poplar seed hair fibers have promising properties for use as environmentally friendly, lightweight insulation, with similar thermal resistance to wool and polyester despite being slightly less effective than down.
11 citations
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December 2011 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” In this animal study, petroleum ether and ethanolic extracts of Abrus precatorius seeds appeared to reverse androgen-induced alopecia in male albino rats by inhibiting the 5α-reductase enzyme, similar to finasteride.
9 citations
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October 2012 in “Natural Product Communications” This study analyzed the essential oil from Chamaecyparis lawsoniana and found that it is rich in limonene and exhibits antibacterial and antifungal properties, particularly against Candida albicans and certain Gram-positive bacteria.
7 citations
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September 2024 in “Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology” In this study, researchers observed that Malassezia species show different lipid metabolism and growth patterns depending on pH, with slightly acidic conditions promoting beneficial lipid bio-conversion for skin health, while neutral pH resulted in lower growth and lipid content, potentially negatively impacting the skin.
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.
5 citations
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September 2009 in “Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine” This study found that the petroleum ether extract of Citrullus colocynthis fruit and an isolated steroidal compound may reduce prostatic hyperplasia in rats induced by testosterone, suggesting potential use in managing androgen-dependent conditions.
5 citations
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May 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that extracts from Indian gooseberry leaves showed strong antimalarial activity against Plasmodium falciparum, with low cytotoxicity, suggesting potential for developing new antimalarial drugs.
4 citations
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July 2021 in “Armaghane Danesh” These plant extracts can kill some bacteria.
3 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” This study demonstrated that keratin extract can stimulate hair growth by inducing the anagen phase in telogenic mice.
3 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of biologically active products from nature” This study found that the polyherbal formulation F1, containing five traditional herbs, significantly enhanced hair growth in terms of length and thickness, suggesting potential for alopecia treatment.
2 citations
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March 2015 in “Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences” This study found that rice bran supercritical CO₂ extract was classified as a non-irritant for ocular use but a moderate irritant for dermal use in rabbits and guinea pigs.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Bioscience Journal” This study found that combining sorafenib with Platycladus orientalis leaf extract effectively suppressed cervical cancer cell growth by increasing tumor suppressor gene expression and reducing anti-apoptotic gene expression, suggesting a potential rationale for further clinical trials.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Arts” In this study, researchers formulated a pomade using papaya seed oil and virgin coconut oil at various concentrations and found it to be stable, non-irritating, and preferred by users, with the 7.5% concentration being most favored for providing shiny and moisturized hair.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This study investigated a herbal extract combining Emblica officinalis with 2% minoxidil solution for hair growth and found it significantly enhanced follicular size and prolonged hair growth phases, suggesting it may be an effective hair growth treatment compared to standard minoxidil solutions.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This review reports that Fenugreek seeds contain compounds like Galactomannan and Trigonelline, which show anti-diabetic and anti-hyperlipidemic effects, while Fenugreek leaves have high saponin content, contributing to their anti-microbial activities.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Environmental Sciences” This study explored the stem of Moullava spicata and found it to be rich in secondary metabolites and natural antioxidants, showing significant concentration-dependent antioxidant activity, which supports its ethnomedicinal use and provides a basis for further pharmacological research.
September 2025 in “Ankara Universitesi Eczacilik Fakultesi Dergisi” This study analyzed the therapeutic potential of various plant species for alopecia areata treatment, highlighting their possible benefits due to anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, though more research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms involved.
June 2025 in “Current Trends in Biotechnology and Pharmacy” This study found that when applied for 24 hours, a polyherbal formulation made from Ficus religiosa and Abrus precatorious promoted more significant hair growth in Male Wistar rats than Minoxidil and the control group, and the extracts also exhibited notable antibacterial activities.
This study found that olive leaves extract significantly decreased prostate index, serum PSA, testosterone, and DHT levels in male rats with testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia, and showed potential as a therapeutic option due to its positive effects on prostate histology and antioxidant activity.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” This study examines the formulation and effectiveness of a natural hair gel made with Mussaenda frondosa leaf extract for its potential anti-dandruff benefits, highlighting its safety and additional advantages for promoting hair and scalp health.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study evaluated a herbal oil formulation in an animal model, finding it significantly enhanced hair growth initiation and completion times compared to a control, suggesting it as a natural and safer alternative to synthetic hair growth treatments.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Plant and Environment” This study analyzed Sphenodesme involucrata var. paniculata leaves and found high carbohydrate and calcium content, along with several bioactive compounds, supporting their use in traditional medicine for their nutrient-rich properties.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This study highlights the growing issue of hair loss around the world and explores the potential of using certain herbs, such as Ficus religiosa and coriander seeds, as natural treatments to promote hair growth and manage hair loss, particularly in India, with minimal side effects.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Zoological Investigations” In this study, a herbal oil formulation containing extracts from Martynia annua and Helianthus annuus seeds showed greater potential for hair growth in albino mice compared to finasteride and minoxidil.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study explored the development of herbal hair gels using natural extracts like flaxseed and guava leaves, targeting the reduction of dandruff and regulation of hair loss through antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, though specific results of efficacy are not reported.