research Epimedium brevicornum Maxim. Extract exhibits pigmentation by melanin biosynthesis and melanosome biogenesis/transfer 6 citations , September 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” Epimedium extract helps increase skin pigmentation and could be a new treatment for conditions with reduced pigmentation.
research Icariin promotes mouse hair follicle growth by increasing insulin-like growth factor 1 expression in dermal papillary cells 22 citations , February 2017 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Icariin helps mouse hair grow by boosting a growth factor in skin cells.
research Bazi Bushen capsule alleviates skin photoaging by targeting the KEAP1–NRF2 pathway October 2025 in “Phytomedicine” Bazi Bushen capsules reduce skin aging and damage from UV rays.