14 citations
,
July 2017 in “Pakistan Journal of Zoology” Fenugreek leaf extracts significantly promoted hair growth in mice with alopecia.
This study suggests that ethyl acetate extract of Equisetum debile may be effective for functional food and nutraceutical use due to its strong 5α-reductase, IL-6 inhibition, and lipid peroxidation activities without cytotoxic effects.
This study examined the use of plant extracts as natural hair dye colourants, highlighting their antioxidant properties and eco-friendly benefits. The authors reported that plant-based dyes effectively deliver vibrant colours and enhance hair health while offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic dyes.
13 citations
,
May 2019 in “Cancer Prevention Research” This study found that a three-month regimen of leucoselect phytosome, a grape seed extract complex, was well tolerated and significantly reduced bronchial proliferation markers in heavy active and former smokers.
November 2025 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study demonstrates that pea sprout extract promotes hair growth by activating specific signaling pathways and providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, suggesting its potential as a natural alopecia treatment.
1 citations
,
January 2010 in “Journal of Oriental Medicine” Black bean, wheat, and rice bran extracts can boost hair growth and improve hair quality.
In this study, perilla seed extract obtained through supercritical fluid extraction was found to promote hair follicle cell proliferation and downregulate key genes linked to androgenetic alopecia, showing potential as a natural treatment for hair loss in vitro.
January 2024 in “Biochemistry Research International” This study found that compounds from Ziziphus spina-christi roots exhibited promising antibacterial and antioxidant activities, supporting its traditional medicinal use.
March 2025 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study reported that participants applying topical human platelet exosome extract serum experienced significant improvements in hair volume, density, scalp coverage, and overall hair health compared to a placebo, and no adverse effects were observed.
June 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” This study found that a green tea extract gel was stable across various temperatures, did not cause eye irritation, and significantly increased eyelash growth compared to a placebo after two months of use in human volunteers.
3 citations
,
January 2003 This study found that SPELA 707, a herbal extract mixture, enhanced hair density and promoted hair growth by converting hair into the anagen phase in individuals with androgenetic alopecia and C3H mice.
June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” This study found that Convolvulus arvensis ethanolic extract may promote hair growth and reduce hair loss in albino mice with testosterone-induced baldness by increasing follicular density and the anagen/telogen ratio.
August 2026 in “Scientific Reports” This study suggests that a Lentinula edodes extract can improve skin barrier function, hydration, and sebum regulation, possibly by modulating vitamin D pathways, in individuals with oily and acne-prone skin.
January 1988 in “Skin research”
8 citations
,
February 2022 in “Molecules” This study found that Asparagus racemosus root extract significantly reduced facial sebum production and pore size in male volunteers, suggesting potential application as an anti-sebum ingredient in cosmetics.
2 citations
,
April 2016 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that a combination of 5% green tea leaf extract and 2.5% gotukola extract stimulated hair growth effectively, achieving a growth rate of 2.689 cm in 28 days.
2 citations
,
April 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that a novel saw palmetto supercritical CO2 extract effectively inhibits 5α-reductase type II in vitro, suggesting its potential for promoting prostate health in benign prostatic hyperplasia.
3 citations
,
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.
The serum with these ingredients may help reduce hair loss and promote growth.
February 2014 in “PubMed” This study found that Lycopersicon esculentum extracts applied to mice promoted hair growth similarly to minoxidil and increased growth factor expression, suggesting potential in hair loss treatments without skin irritation.
November 2025 in “Discover Food” This study found that a catechins-rich Assam tea extract demonstrated antioxidant effects and hair growth promotion in mice, suggesting its potential as a natural alternative for treating hair loss.
January 2018 in “BiblioBoard Library Catalog (Open Research Library)” February 2020 in “Phytotherapy Research” This article discusses the clinical evaluation of pea sprout extract for treating hair loss but reports no new research findings.
5 citations
,
August 2018 This paper highlights the growing scientific interest in plant extracts for cosmetics due to their potential benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and protective properties, while emphasizing the need for quality and safety assessment to mitigate possible adverse reactions.
4 citations
,
February 2025 in “Nutrients” This randomized controlled trial found that consuming *Gynostemma pentaphyllum* extract significantly improved hair elasticity, density, and diameter over 24 weeks without severe adverse events, suggesting it as a safe functional food ingredient for hair health improvement.
8 citations
,
October 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study found that a spermidine-based nutritional supplement increased the number of anagen phase hair follicles in healthy humans, suggesting potential benefits for hair loss conditions.
August 2024 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” The research reported that applying treatments with wild peach leaf extract during hair dyeing improved hair's tensile strength, thickness, gloss, and protective qualities in a concentration-dependent manner, suggesting potential for use in natural hair cosmetics.
2 citations
,
April 2011 in “InTech eBooks” This review discusses the potential skin care benefits of non-denatured soybean extracts, including skin lightening and UV protection, but reports no clinical results.
April 2026 in “JURNAL FARMASI DAN ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” In this study, the researchers successfully developed a Spanlastic gel containing EGCG for transdermal application, significantly increasing EGCG skin permeability with optimal entrapment efficiency, zeta potential, and vesicle size.
August 2021 in “Journal of Fundamental and Applied Pharmaceutical Science” In this study, a 5% black tea extract hair tonic showed hair growth-promoting activity in rabbits, achieving 9.62 mm growth by day 18, with all tested formulas proving physically stable.