29 citations
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October 2020 in “eLife” This study using Mendelian randomization in UK Biobank data suggests that lifelong increased free testosterone may have mixed effects, including increased bone density and prostate cancer risk, warranting well-powered trials to address uncertainties.
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January 2014 in “PubMed” In this study, A. capillus-veneris solution demonstrated potential to reduce hair loss and improve hair characteristics in a testosterone-induced alopecia mouse model.
12 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” This study suggests that genetic variations in the AMH signal pathway may be linked to susceptibility and phenotype variations in PCOS among women with insulin resistance.
January 2025 in “Journal of Food Biochemistry” In this study, 2′‐Fucosyllactose (2′‐FL) administration significantly reduced hair loss and increased hair length and thickness in a testosterone-induced androgenic alopecia mouse model, suggesting potential as a therapeutic agent for AGA.
January 2026 in “Regenerative Therapy” Low-frequency electromagnetic fields may help treat hair loss by promoting hair regrowth.
2 citations
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April 2018 in “Majalah Obat Tradisional” In this study, the FIII micro emulsion formulation of virgin coconut oil and rice bran oil showed the best results for hair growth, increasing rabbit hair length by 1.26 cm in 18 days.
3 citations
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March 2023 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that organoid cultures of human epithelial and mesenchymal cells can produce hair peg-like structures, and their growth is enhanced by minoxidil, suggesting potential for hair drug screening.
January 2023 in “Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” This study concluded that S. hexaphylla extract may improve androgenetic alopecia by reducing 5α-reductase and androgen receptor levels, inhibiting apoptosis, and promoting keratinocyte proliferation in experimental models.
60 citations
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June 2007 in “Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior” In this study, withdrawal from progesterone and treatment with finasteride were associated with increased signs of depression-like behavior in female mice, suggesting decreased allopregnanolone levels may play a role.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Different oils affect hair flexibility and strength, with their impact varying on whether hair is virgin or bleached.
13 citations
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August 2016 in “Reproduction” In this study, nandrolone decanoate treatment in rats caused persistent diestrus and altered steroid receptor expression and sex hormones, especially at higher doses, with partial reversibility at lower doses over time.
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December 2022 in “Plants” This study suggests that guava leaf extract may inhibit hair loss by downregulating genes involved in androgen synthesis, potentially offering a natural alternative for treating androgenetic alopecia.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that Paeonia lactiflora and Poria cocos extracts promoted hair regrowth in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, with similar effects observed to normal controls.
2 citations
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November 2023 in “International Journal of Preventive Medicine and Health (IJPMH)” This study explored the effects of a 50% hydroalcoholic UPBF extract on BPH in testosterone propionate-induced rats, finding significant improvements in prostate-related parameters and lower urinary tract symptoms at a 200 mg/kg dose, suggesting potential use in BPH management.
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January 2020 in “Bioscience Reports” This study found that prolonged use of finasteride in women led to altered levels of sex steroids, DNA damage, and increased menstrual bleeding, suggesting adverse health effects without clear benefits for androgenetic alopecia treatment.
June 2026 in “Oriental Journal Of Chemistry” This research found that a novel dehydroepiandrosterone derivative (12) significantly reduces cell viability and increases apoptosis in testosterone-stimulated normal and tumor prostate cells, unlike finasteride and dutasteride, which also showed activity under dihydrotestosterone stimulation.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, XZYFD, a Traditional Chinese Medicine formulation, was found to improve androgenetic alopecia in a testosterone-induced mouse model by promoting hair regrowth, restoring follicular morphology, and modulating androgen metabolism, MAPK signaling, and lipid metabolism pathways, suggesting potential benefits for patients with metabolic dysfunction.
September 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that extracellular vesicles derived from hyaluronic acid-stimulated induced pluripotent stem cells significantly improved hair growth in a model of androgenetic alopecia in mice by enhancing Wnt/β-catenin signaling and regulating androgen receptor activity, showing comparable results to the commonly used treatment finasteride.
This study found that an extract from Justicia procumbens may prevent hair loss in a mouse model of androgenic alopecia by enhancing hair follicle cell proliferation and improving hair characteristics.
12 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of Endocrinology” In this study, baicalin from Scutellaria baicalensis decreased androgen levels in both cells and PCOS model rats by inhibiting key gene expression, suggesting it may be a potential treatment for hyperandrogenism in PCOS.
July 2025 in “Dermatologica Sinica” In this study, compound glycyrrhizin promoted hair regrowth in a testosterone-induced alopecia mouse model and increased human hair dermal papilla cell proliferation, likely through activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway.
May 2025 in “Veterinary Medicine and Science” In this study, oral melatonin given to male Pomeranian dogs with Alopecia X improved semen quality and testicular blood flow in a dose-dependent manner, but altered hormonal balance, indicating complex effects that require further investigation for long-term implications.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study observed that CXCL12 is highly co-expressed with androgen receptors in human hair follicle cells, and its inhibition via antibodies increased hair length, suggesting a potential treatment strategy for androgenic alopecia.
5 citations
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April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that cubosomes combined with dissolving microneedles enhanced transdermal penetration and hair growth efficacy of beta-sitosterol for treating alopecia.
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August 2022 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” This study found that combining fructose and DHT in rats successfully mimicked the clinical phenotypes of non-lean PCOS, providing a novel rodent model for this condition.
2 citations
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August 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” This study suggested that moxibustion treatment before or at the early stage of diminished ovarian reserve in rats may improve ovarian function by modulating androgen balance, though its effects differ across intervention timings.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Biotechnology Letters” This study developed a high-throughput method that identifies bioactive chemicals influencing DHT production in prostate cancer cells, with potential nutraceutical candidates including fucoxanthin, phenethyl caffeate, and Curcuma longa L. extract.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extract significantly accelerated hair regrowth in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia, suggesting its potential as a safe and effective natural therapy.
February 2022 in “Mediators of Inflammation” This study found that reduced plasma DIAPH1 levels were associated with polycystic ovary syndrome, suggesting DIAPH1 as a potential predictive factor for the condition.
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August 2007 in “Applied and environmental microbiology” This study engineered a bioluminescent yeast strain responsive to androgenic chemicals, demonstrating rapid and sensitive detection suitable for high-throughput screening and environmental monitoring.