May 2025 in “FUDMA Journal of Sciences” In a study of shea butter producers in Oyo State, Nigeria, researchers found most producers were women with significant experience, and shea butter provided 26.4% of basic needs. They also reported an 81% annual return, highlighting its profitability despite gender roles influencing production dynamics.
November 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” This study conducted in Rabat surveyed 100 individuals with afro-textured hair to identify plant-based treatments, finding twelve plant species purportedly effective in managing hair issues, with Ricinus communis, Cocos nucifera, and Aloe barbadensis being the most frequently cited.
May 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that shea butter is the most used plant among women in Tamale, Ghana, for cosmetic purposes like skin smoothening and hair growth.
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January 2021 in “Cellular and Molecular Biology” This study found that Prosopis farcta is a rich source of phenolic compounds with strong antioxidant activity, suggesting its potential for use in food, beverage, feed, and pharmaceutical applications.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This mini-review examines ethnopharmacological approaches to manage hair loss in postmenopausal women, highlighting promising botanical remedies like saw palmetto, rosemary oil, and ginseng. The authors underscore a need for more interdisciplinary trials and focus on traditional remedies' multifaceted benefits, while noting gaps in menopausal-specific evidence.