January 2026 in “Food Science and Human Wellness” Krill oil may help reduce prostate enlargement and growth.
9 citations
,
July 2021 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” Over 150 new molecules with biological activities were found in traditional herbal medicines, some with potential for new drug development.
Chitosan shows promise for skin and scalp treatments but needs more research.
January 2018 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” Chitosan is useful in skin treatments because it helps with wound healing and cell growth.
233 citations
,
February 2018 in “Polymers” Chitin and chitosan are useful in cosmetics for oral care, haircare, and skincare, including UV protection and strength improvement.
6 citations
,
September 2024 in “Plant Cell & Environment” Chitosan affects root hair growth and callose deposition based on its concentration.
298 citations
,
June 2019 in “Marine Drugs” Chitosan is a sustainable, versatile ingredient in cosmetics, enhancing skin hydration and anti-aging while promoting eco-friendly practices.
July 2025 in “Journal of Translational Medical Research” Chitosan-polycaprolactone scaffolds with chrysin-capped silver nanoparticles improve wound healing by reducing infection.
1 citations
,
May 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” The new chitosan dressing heals wounds better and faster than current products.
July 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Chitosan slows root hair growth and causes a buildup of callose at low concentrations, but at high concentrations, it only inhibits growth without callose buildup.
16 citations
,
June 2025 in “Journal of Composites Science” Chitosan–hydroxyapatite biocomposites are promising for tissue engineering due to their safety and ability to support healing.
70 citations
,
May 2019 in “Preprints.org” Chitin and chitosans from seafood waste are eco-friendly and useful in cosmetics for skin, hair, nail, and oral care.
2 citations
,
December 2024 in “Bulletin of Rehabilitation Medicine” Chitosan glycolate and lactate sponges are promising for wound healing, while chitosan ascorbate sponges are less effective.
5 citations
,
November 2024 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” The chitosan-peptide system helps cartilage regeneration using fat-derived cells.
November 2024 in “Elsevier eBooks”
April 2025 in “BMC Chemistry” Thiadiazole chitosan conjugates improve hair manageability, moisture, and protection in conditioners.
10 citations
,
April 2008 Chitin nanofibrils can improve skin health and help deliver active ingredients into the skin.
4 citations
,
January 2022 in “Journal of clinical and translational research” Chitosan-based dressings reduce inflammation and speed up skin wound healing.
64 citations
,
October 2017 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Chitosan-coated nanoparticles can effectively deliver positively charged drugs through the skin using iontophoresis.
The research found that nanoparticles coated with chitosan improved the skin penetration of the drug finasteride.
8 citations
,
September 2023 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Chitosan-coated spironolactone nano carriers effectively treat acne without side effects.
30 citations
,
June 2024 in “Scientific Reports” The hydrogel shows promise for wound healing due to its strong mechanical, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
3 citations
,
August 2021 in “Journal of fiber science and technology” Chitin nanofibrils are better at stabilizing oil droplets in emulsions than cellulose nanofibrils.
20 citations
,
March 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Lower acetylation makes chitin nanofibers thinner and more suitable for various uses.
30 citations
,
December 2018 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Chitosan and surface-deacetylated chitin nanofibers may help treat hair loss.
24 citations
,
January 2019 in “Science China Life Sciences” Chitosan/LiCl composite scaffolds help heal deep skin wounds better.
128 citations
,
February 2023 in “Molecules” Chitosan-based hydrogels effectively control bleeding and have promising medical uses.
25 citations
,
January 2024 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” The hydrogel is safe, reduces oxidation, and helps heal wounds effectively.
April 2011 in “HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)” Chitosan-decorated nanoparticles improve skin delivery of finasteride, with PS404-b-PAA63 being most effective.
1 citations
,
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Chitosan-based nanocomposites, especially with polyphenols, show promise for treating chronic wounds.