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.
June 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that the ethanolic extract of Acanthus ebracteatus demonstrated potential as an anti-hair loss treatment by promoting dermal papilla cell proliferation, inhibiting 5α-reductase activity, and reducing inflammation in vitro.
January 2024 in “Tropical journal of pharmaceutical research” This study found that extracts from Cirsium japonicum var. spinossimum seeds are rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, demonstrating significant anti-inflammatory and cell proliferation effects in specific cell models, suggesting potential as a source for anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.
October 2024 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” This study found that the F6 formulation of a hair tonic containing EDS and ATG extracts produced the most significant hair growth in rabbits, without causing skin irritation and remaining stable throughout the observation period.
April 2023 in “Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica” This study found that using Urtica cannabina extract shampoo led to increased levels of copper, zinc, and iodine in the scalp hair of Mongolian women, along with improvements in hair growth, diameter, and density compared to a regular shampoo.
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July 2017 in “Pakistan Journal of Zoology” Fenugreek leaf extracts significantly promoted hair growth in mice with alopecia.
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July 2010 in “Advances in Therapy” SPET-085 effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to prostate issues, similar to finasteride.
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August 2014 in “Journal of dermatological science” This study found that puerarin, derived from Pueraria thunbergiana, may stimulate melanogenesis and prevent follicular depigmentation in a hair graying mouse model.
December 2020 in “Jurnal Kedokteran Hewan” In this study, researchers found that cayenne leaf extract significantly enhanced hair length and quantity in mice, with a 10% concentration being the most effective for stimulating growth.
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January 1988 in “YAKUGAKU ZASSHI” This study found that Polygonum multiflorum and Panax japonicum extracts could promote hair regrowth in mice, suggesting potential use as hair tonics.
January 2018 in “BiblioBoard Library Catalog (Open Research Library)”
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March 2021 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” This study found that Dendropanax, sea salt, spinach, and kelp were safe and potentially effective as ingredients in functional cosmetics aimed at alleviating hair loss symptoms.
This study found that the 100% herbal complex extract, including Houttuynia cordata, significantly stimulated hair growth and increased hair density and weight in C57BL/6 mice, comparable to minoxidil treatment.
July 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Magazine” This study found that Cerasus serrulata extracts, when obtained through specific methods, demonstrate significant antioxidative and antibacterial properties, as well as potential anti-alopecia effects in a mouse model, potentially making them useful supplements for these purposes.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that Plantago asiatica L. extract may promote hair growth by enhancing growth factor production and activating specific signaling pathways in hair follicle dermal papilla cells.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, a new emulsion containing CBD and ginger root extract significantly reduced symptoms of dry and eczema-prone skin, such as erythema and itching, in a clinical trial.
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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.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study suggests that edelweiss extract may promote hair growth and reduce shedding in ex vivo experiments by affecting hair follicle anagen phase duration and keratinocyte proliferation.
August 2023 in “Journal of Chromatographic Science” This study developed a reliable UHPLC-MS/MS method to measure flavonoids from Pinus massoniana needles in rat plasma for pharmacokinetics, aiding further research on their potential use in external preparations to prevent hair loss.
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January 2014 This study found that Crataegus pinnatifida extract promoted hair growth in mice by inducing the anagen phase, potentially through activating signaling pathways that enhance cell survival.
February 2019 in “Journal of Physiology & Pathology in Korean Medicine” In this study, the ethanol extract of Puerariae Radix was found to promote proliferation and ERK activation in human dermal fibroblasts, suggesting its potential as a new cosmetic ingredient.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” In this experimental study using male rabbits, researchers found that a 7.5% concentration of green tea leaf ethanol extract hair tonic was nearly as effective in promoting hair growth as the positive control, minoxidil, over a 21-day period.
July 2025 in “Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering” Spirulina extract may effectively promote hair growth and reduce inflammation, offering a natural alternative for hair loss treatment.
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January 2009 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that a cream containing 6.0% Stryphnodendron adstringens bark extract effectively reduced terminal hair growth and improved skin conditions in women with excessive terminal hair.
September 2025 in “Journal of Health Sciences” In this study, researchers developed an antioxidant hair tonic using Dipteryx odorata (cumaru) extract, aimed at treating scalp psoriasis, which could potentially improve quality of life for patients due to its natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
December 2022 in “Journal of applied biological chemistry” In this study, Betula platyphylla extract, particularly fraction H3-2, promoted human derma papilla cell proliferation and increased expression of certain growth factors, suggesting potential benefits for hair loss prevention.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules”
January 2025 in “Yonsei Medical Journal” The study found that a novel mixture of mastic gum and peppermint extract increased hair growth and gloss in C57BL/6 mice, showing potential as a botanical alternative for promoting hair health.
This study found that a fermented mixture containing Sasa Borealis leaf improved tensile strength and glossiness in hair damaged by heat perm and dyeing, suggesting potential as a cosmetic ingredient.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a herbal hair wax stick incorporating extracts of Tulsi, Amla, and Bhringraj was formulated and evaluated, with the F3 formulation showing the best balance of pH, spreadability, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activity, suggesting it as a natural alternative to synthetic hair styling products.