9 citations
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November 2017 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study found that Shengfu oil may enhance wound healing in scalded rabbit skin by regulating proteins β-catenin, Dlk1, and COX-2, due to its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antimicrobial properties.
This study found that ingesting seeds from the Lecythis ollaria tree may cause hair loss and other toxic effects in animals.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “International journal of medicinal mushrooms” This study found that Ganoderma lucidum fruiting body powder improved cholesterol profiles and hair follicle health in rats exposed to a tumor-promoting agent, suggesting potential chemopreventive properties against skin abnormalities.
October 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study found that treating secondary hair follicle stem cells from Arbas cashmere goats with quercetin at 10 μg/mL for 48 hours significantly enhanced cell proliferation and reduced apoptosis, suggesting potential strategies to improve cashmere production through various signaling pathways.
5 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Molecular Histology” Both main and alternative Wnt signaling are important for regrowing rodent whisker follicles.
January 2011 in “Maofang ke-ji” This review examines the structure, performance, modification, and comprehensive utilization progress of rabbit hair fibers but reports no new experimental results.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research” This case report describes a 56-year-old woman with wooly hair and skin lesions, who experienced reduced plaque size and thickness after using 6% salicylic acid topically for three months.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Chemical and Biological Technologies in Agriculture” This study found that JUNB enhances hair regeneration in mice by promoting dermal papilla cell proliferation through the Wnt signaling pathway, suggesting JUNB as a potential molecular target for improving cashmere quality and breeding in cashmere goats.
January 2026 in “Animal Advances” In this study of four Chinese goat breeds, black goats exhibited significantly higher melanin content, while Inner Mongolian cashmere goats had longer fiber lengths. These findings highlight genetic variations in coat color and fiber length, informing future breeding programs.
64 citations
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June 2020 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that red light exposure significantly enhanced the growth, phytochemical content, and therapeutic potential of Eclipta alba callus cultures compared to other multispectral light exposures.
July 2023 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” In this study on male rabbits, a hair tonic formulated with delipidated ethanol extract of Capsicum frutescens L. leaves at concentrations of 5%, 10%, and 20% promoted hair growth more effectively than a placebo and similar to 2% Minoxidil at the highest concentration.
20 citations
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study identified key natural medicinal materials used in traditional Chinese medicine across Taiwan for inducing lactation, highlighting Angelica sinensis as a primary core component in galactogenous prescriptions.
15 citations
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January 2015 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” In a study on nude mice, topical application of Chrysanthemum zawadskii extracts stimulated hair growth and increased hair follicle numbers, suggesting potential for alopecia therapy.
18 citations
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October 2002 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study observed that follicular dysplasia in Weimar Pointers produces histopathological features and hair abnormalities similar to color dilution alopecia, though less severe.
1 citations
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September 2021 in “Frontiers in genetics” This case report identifies a previously undocumented nonsense mutation in DCAF17 in a Chinese patient with Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome, inherited from consanguineous parents.
23 citations
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January 2014 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study found that mushroom beta-glucans combined with radiation therapy may help control tumor growth and reduce metastasis in mice with Lewis lung carcinoma.
1 citations
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October 2015 in “Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” In this study, both gel and microemulsion formulas containing waru leaves and Java Tamarind extracts were found to have similar in vivo hair growth activity in rabbits.
September 2021 in “Mağallaẗ al-Muẖtar li-l-ʿulūm” This report describes a case of two sisters with kinky, tangled hair diagnosed using trichoscopic and microscopic methods; they were treated with topical minoxidil.
1 citations
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February 2022 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” This study suggests that Wrightia tinctoria extract, particularly its components Quercetin and Indirubin, may play a role in promoting hair growth when tested on albino male Wistar rats.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Plant” This study found that in vitro extracts of Glycyrrhiza glabra root are strong antioxidants, particularly in ethanolic form, and contain secondary metabolites, but only showed mild antibacterial activity.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study suggests that the anti-inflammation and anti-oxidation properties of Taohong Siwu decoction may be linked to its effects on androgenic alopecia through specific biological processes and pathways.
8 citations
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September 2024 in “BMC Genomics” In this study, researchers found that the novel gene circCFAP20DC enhances the proliferation of goat follicular granulosa cells by activating the RB pathway, facilitating their progression from the G1 to S phase during follicular development.
1 citations
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April 1986 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study found that a topical plant worm extract significantly accelerated hair regrowth in mice without apparent toxicity or side effects.
21 citations
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October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that quercitrin, a natural compound, enhances Wnt/β-catenin signaling and may help mitigate synapse loss and memory impairment in Alzheimer's models.
In this study, researchers found two non-synonymous SNPs in the TERT gene associated with mean wool staple strength in sheep, suggesting TERT as a potential candidate gene for improving wool traits.
February 2026 in “Materials” This study evaluated Humulus lupulus (hops) extract in cosmetic formulations and found it to maintain antioxidant and anti-irritant properties, reducing erythema by 10% after three weeks of use, supporting its potential for skin health improvement in plant-based cosmetics.
191 citations
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November 1959 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” This article reports electron microscope studies on the structure of hair and wool, but it does not present new clinical findings.
October 2025 in “Phytochemistry Letters”
September 2026 in “World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study reports the successful formulation of a stable herbal hair serum with Catharanthus roseus extract and other ingredients, noting it has a suitable pH, consistency, and stability, suggesting potential effectiveness as a natural alternative for hair care pending further clinical trials.
This review discusses the medicinal uses and phytochemical composition of Eclipta alba and reports no new clinical findings; the authors suggest its potential therapeutic significance due to complex interactions of its constituents.