September 2016 in “Medical Sains/Medical sains” In this study, applying water extracts of liquorice at a concentration of 2.5% to male rabbits led to the best rate of hair growth at 2.19 cm over 35 days, while a 5% concentration resulted in the greatest hair weight at 0.12 grams.
October 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” In this study, researchers compared the effectiveness of a tonic containing Capixyl, Procapil, and rosemary extract with 2% minoxidil in reducing hair loss and promoting hair growth in male participants over a 24-week period.
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May 2002 in “The Journal of Urology”
September 2022 in “Piretc” This article reviews the physical factors influencing the growth of fungi, focusing on the genus Trametes and their ecological roles, but reports no new empirical findings.
December 2018 in “Journal of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Sciences” This review discusses various plants being investigated for their potential in hair growth promotion and highlights the need for more research, reporting no new clinical results.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This article discusses the potential of Bhringraj, a plant used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, for its significant bioactive compounds and therapeutic applications, emphasizing the importance of its extraction processes and its demonstrated non-toxic nature in rat and mice studies at high doses.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research” This review compiles current knowledge of Eclipta prostrata's botanical details, ethnomedical uses, phytochemical components, and various pharmacological activities, emphasizing its potential for modern pharmaceutical formulations based on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, and other therapeutic properties.
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December 2001 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” In this study, certain Chinese herbal medicines were found to significantly stimulate or inhibit hair growth in an in vitro organ culture model of mouse vibrissa follicles.
August 2011 in “SpringerReference”
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October 2016 in “Steroids” This study developed and validated a label-free assay using LC-MS to screen for S5αR inhibitors, identifying Thai herbal extracts, Impatiens balsamina L. and Curcuma longa L., as promising sources.
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January 2015 in “Clinical Nutrition Research” This clinical trial found that the extract complex of Cistanche tubulosa and Laminaria japonica (MK-R7) significantly improved hair density and diameter in patients with patterned hair loss over 16 weeks.
March 2026 in “The Aging Male” This retrospective pharmacovigilance study reviewed adverse event reports from 2004 to 2025 for drugs treating benign prostatic hyperplasia, identifying distinct safety signals for α1-blockers, 5ARIs, and PDE5I, including some potential new adverse events that require further investigation.
February 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This research highlights dermatologists' concerns about the widespread use of sports supplements, noting that nutritional supplements associated with muscle-building and appearance enhancement can lead to dermatological issues like acne and alopecia, while potentially containing harmful substances such as undisclosed anabolic steroids.
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June 2001 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” This study reported that a 1% procyanidin B-2 tonic increased hair diameter and density in men with male pattern baldness, suggesting it may be a potential treatment option.
December 2021 in “Bandung Conference Series. Pharmacy” This literature review found that combinations of certain herbal extracts with coconut oil, such as Hibiscus rosa sinensis and Centella asiatica, promoted hair growth in animals over 30 days, with varied results across rat and rabbit models.
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November 2021 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This review discusses a new multidisciplinary guideline for treating male hypogonadism and emphasizes a comprehensive approach but reports no new experimental results.
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January 1989 This study found that testosterone and dihydrotestosterone inhibit the growth rates of hair bulb papilla cells and root sheath fibroblasts, especially at higher doses, while estradiol was ineffective.
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March 2005 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” This study reports that newly synthesized steroidal trienones exhibit higher 5α-reductase inhibitory activity than dienones in various biological models, suggesting potential use in treating androgen-dependent diseases.
August 2022 in “International journal of research in pharmacy and chemistry” This review summarizes the chemical composition and pharmacological properties of Teak (Tectona grandis) but presents no new research findings, emphasizing its use in traditional medicine and therapeutic potentials.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, baricitinib was evaluated for its effectiveness in promoting concurrent regrowth of scalp hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes in patients with severe alopecia areata, showing clinically meaningful responses compared to placebo.
August 2023 in “Chinese Medicine” 105 citations
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June 2010 in “The journal of sexual medicine” In this study, female-to-male transsexuals treated with long-acting testosterone undecanoate experienced an increase in lean mass but no change in fat mass or bone mineral density over 24 months.
November 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” This source outlines various antiandrogen and androgen inhibitor drugs used to treat cutaneous disorders of hyperandrogenism, detailing their mechanisms, uses, dosages, and side effects, with emphasis on spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral contraceptives.
January 2018 in “Figshare” This study found that a high-sesquiterpene extract from Curcuma aeruginosa slowed axillary hair growth in women by 22% compared to placebo over 12 weeks, with results delayed by 6 weeks, and participants reported satisfaction without adverse effects.
September 2010 in “European Urology Supplements” 1 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” This analysis explores the potential benefits of various nutraceuticals, such as Ashwagandha, Cinnamon, and Fenugreek, in managing Polycystic Ovarian Disease, suggesting these may improve menstrual regularity, insulin sensitivity, and other symptoms when used alongside conventional treatments.
June 2025 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” In a mouse model, this study reported that the compound isoalantolactone significantly improved hair growth and thickness, suggesting its potential as a treatment for hair loss.
In this study, incorporating cetirizine into transferosome formulations significantly enhanced hair growth in mice and boosted IGF-1 and VEGF levels, suggesting that this method could be a promising alternative to traditional hair growth treatments, though further studies are needed to confirm its safety and suitability.
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November 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article notes that low-dose systemic minoxidil combined with antiandrogen therapy is effective for treating female pattern hair loss, though hypertrichosis can occur in a significant percentage of patients.