10 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine” This study found that several local vegetables from Northern Thailand demonstrated significant antioxidant and 5α-reductase inhibitory activities, suggesting their potential for development into health-promoting products.
March 2021 in “International journal for research in applied science and engineering technology” In this study, researchers explored the use of natural herbal hair dyes made from tannin-producing plants like henna and pomegranate, reporting that these dyes can permanently color hair without causing damage or irritation, unlike synthetic dyes.
In this study, mangosteen pericarp extract was found to promote hair dermal papilla cell proliferation and enhance melanin synthesis, suggesting its potential as an ingredient in hair growth and tanning products.
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July 2019 in “Majalah Obat Tradisional” This study found that tannin effectively inhibits and degrades mono-species and polymicrobial biofilms, making it a potential candidate for antibiofilm treatments.
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August 2022 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine” In this study, mangosteen pericarp water extract was found to significantly promote hair dermal papilla cell proliferation and enhance melanin synthesis in vitro, surpassing known melanogenic agents such as α-melanocyte stimulating hormone and forskolin in potency.