51 citations
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January 2001 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” The bark of Myrica rubra contains compounds that can block testosterone effects and might help prevent hair loss.
12 citations
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March 2019 in “Cosmetics” The oral supplement with Pinus pinaster and Grape seed extract, used with sunscreen, effectively and safely improved mild-to-moderate facial melasma.
5 citations
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January 2022 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” Pine bark extract helps mice grow hair by reducing inflammation and boosting growth factors.
2 citations
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August 2019 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Cinnamon bark extract may help prevent weight loss and hair loss in breast cancer patients during chemotherapy and is safe to use.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” The nanogel with Bangkal bark extract effectively fights acne-causing bacteria.
1 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” October 2024 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” The extracts may help hair growth.
58 citations
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January 2003 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Bombax ceiba stem bark extracts can lower blood pressure, but high doses can be toxic and lethal.
9 citations
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June 2022 in “Reviews in Environmental Science and Bio/Technology” Maritime pine bark has various chemical components useful for different industrial uses.
6 citations
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February 2002 Spondias mombin bark may help treat certain cancers but can cause side effects like increased heart rate.
3 citations
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November 2019 in “Cosmetics” Shampoo with Inula Helenium and Caesalpinia Sappan Bark extracts promotes hair growth and prevents hair loss in androgenetic alopecia patients.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “Antioxidants” Prunus africana bark has the highest antioxidant activity and phenolic content.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “Science & Technology Indonesia” Albizia saponaria bark extract, especially the ethyl acetate fraction, is a strong antioxidant source.
2 citations
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Neuroscience and Behavioral Science” Thevetia peruviana bark extract reduces pain in mice and may help create new painkillers.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Rasayan journal of Chemistry” Albizia saponaria bark ethanol extract, particularly at 15%, promotes hair growth in rabbits.
November 2023 in “Plants” Compounds from Jatropha cordata bark have significant anti-inflammatory effects and could help with hair loss.
January 2023 in “Health science reports” French maritime pine bark extract significantly increased hair density in menopausal women.
November 2022 in “Journal of Advances in Pharmacy Practices” The 5% terentang stem bark extract significantly increased hair growth in male rabbits.
December 2020 in “Nigerian journal of animal production” Dexamethasone can cause diabetes in rats, and Annona muricata bark extract may help lower blood sugar.
September 2016 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” Buxus wallichiana has compounds that support its use in traditional medicine.
January 2008 in “Annals of Biomedical Sciences” Water extracts of Spondias mombin bark helped rats recover from cancer symptoms.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Advances in Pharmacology and Pharmacy” Mimosa pudica extract may help create new sedative and anti-anxiety drugs.
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.
9 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The cream effectively reduces excessive hair growth and related skin issues without side effects.
30 citations
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June 2015 in “South African journal of botany” Traditional healers in Namibia use 70 different plants to treat AIDS-related diseases, and more research is needed to test these plants' effectiveness against HIV.
16 citations
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January 1980 in “Planta Medica” Some natural extracts and one hair tonic can promote hair growth in mice.
4 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Compounds from certain trees used by First Nations people show potential for treating skin conditions and promoting hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
August 2023 in “Jurnal Pharmacia Mandala Waluya” Albizia saponaria bark extract at 20% concentration promotes hair growth in rabbits.
1 citations
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October 2001 in “Journal of Wood Science” Some extracts from woods and fungi can promote hair growth better than a known hair growth substance.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Botanical extract shampoo and tonic improved hair loss in most participants.