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January 2018 in “Proceedings of the International Conference of Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental and Ramification Researches” In this study, red ginger extract gel showed stronger hair growth activity in male rats compared to a 2% minoxidil treatment, while white ginger extract was less effective.
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November 2019 in “International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study concluded that a herbal gel made from the hydroalcoholic extract of Zingiber officinale may improve hair growth, showing efficacy comparable to minoxidil in terms of hair strand length.
May 2026 in “Journal of Functional Foods” In this study of women with polycystic ovary syndrome, 12 weeks of daily ginger supplementation significantly reduced total testosterone and improved menstrual irregularities compared to placebo, suggesting potential as a natural therapeutic approach, although larger studies are needed.
January 2026 in “RIGGS Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Business” This study evaluated formulations of a cream containing turmeric and ginger extracts for inhibiting underarm hair growth, finding that the formulation with 15% stearic acid and 3% triethanolamine had the most optimal physical characteristics and potential for cosmetic development.
February 2025 in “The Egyptian Journal of Medical Microbiology” In this study, zinc oxide nanoparticles combined with Carbomer940 hydrogel significantly accelerated wound healing and hair growth in Balb/c mice, showing a 56.9% increase in wound closure rate compared to MEBO ointment and control groups, without causing damage or infection.