Phytotherapy offers a safer alternative for managing hair loss with fewer side effects.
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June 2020 in “Processes” Geranium sibiricum may help manage diabetic complications by inhibiting a key enzyme.
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January 2022 in “Rasayan journal of Chemistry” Albizia saponaria bark ethanol extract, particularly at 15%, promotes hair growth in rabbits.
Henna extracts effectively fight fungi.
April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Azathioprine is a safe and effective long-term treatment for severe alopecia areata, significantly improving hair regrowth.
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November 2018 in “Nutrients” Annurca apple extract may protect mouse hair from damage by chemotherapy and could help treat hair loss without promoting cancer growth.
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September 2024 in “Jurnal Pengolahan Hasil Perikanan Indonesia” Bruguiera gymnorhiza leaf extracts show potential for developing anti-inflammatory drugs.
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March 2025 in “Phytomedicine” Deoxyshikonin from Arnebiae Radix helps hair grow by activating a specific cell pathway.
Some bacteria use arsenic compounds as antibiotics, and others have evolved resistance; a particular arsenic-based compound shows potential as a new antimalarial treatment.
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June 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Sterculia villosa and Vernonia patula show potential as antioxidants.
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August 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” Merremia peltata leaf extract, particularly the bufotalinin compound, shows potential for treating hair loss.
December 2023 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” A new topical treatment for hair loss shows strong hair growth effects with low toxicity.
January 2022 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” A man with a mental disorder turned his skin blue-gray by drinking silver to treat warts.
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April 2016 in “Chinese Medicine” The research identified 12 antioxidant compounds in Polygonum multiflorum roots, suggesting these as quality markers for the plant's processed roots.
August 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Rosemary extracts, specifically compounds like rosmarinic acid and carnosic acid, can protect hair from UV damage.
December 2025 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Cytarabine can cause multiple organ toxicities, especially neurotoxicity, but better research methods are needed to fully understand and predict these effects.
Sweet violet helps with coughs, insomnia, allergies, and skin issues without major side effects at normal doses.
October 2025 in “Journal of Advanced Trends in Medical Research” Rosemary shows promise in treating alopecia, similar to minoxidil, but more research is needed.
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May 2021 in “Molecules” Plant extracts from dry flowers can be used as safe, effective dyes in cosmetics, offering skin protection and anti-aging benefits.
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January 2013 in “Spatula DD - Peer Reviewed Journal on Complementary Medicine and Drug Discovery” Trigonella foenum-graecum seeds and Butea monosperma flowers help promote hair growth and reduce hair loss after chemotherapy.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The botanical treatment for hair loss shows promise, especially for children.
October 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” Hibiscus leaf extract is better for diabetes, and Eclipta alba bark extract is better for antioxidants.
August 2025 in “Animal nutrition” α-Ketoglutaric acid improves hair growth, rabbit performance, and antioxidant levels.
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July 2022 in “Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine” Related plant species often have similar chemicals and healing properties.
Polygonum multiflorum, especially emodin, may help treat hair loss by targeting specific proteins, offering a new approach beyond traditional therapies.
Arginine deficiency hinders hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, but restoring it can promote hair regeneration.
26 citations
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September 2009 in “Clinical genetics” Arab APS1 patients have unique and recurrent AIRE gene mutations.
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December 2022 in “Exploration of Medicine” Polypodium leucotomos is a promising natural sunscreen that helps protect skin from UV damage.
November 2017 in “International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research - International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research” Guazuma tomentosa is effective against many health issues.
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May 2017 in “Universal journal of pharmaceutical research” Glycyrrhiza glabra has various medicinal properties, including antibacterial and antioxidant effects.