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May 2017 in “Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters” New compounds were made that are promising for prostate cancer therapy.
Sinapic acid and glabridin together help hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
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January 2010 in “JOURNAL OF HEALTH SCIENCE” Abietic acid from pine resin can effectively inhibit testosterone 5α-reductase.
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March 2003 in “Steroids” PM-9 and finasteride effectively inhibit the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT.
Wheat bran promotes hair growth by helping hair cells multiply.
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September 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Baricitinib helps improve hair growth in severe alopecia, with better results in less severe cases and higher doses working faster.
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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.
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September 2009 in “Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine” Citrullus colocynthis fruit extract and its compound may help treat enlarged prostate.
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March 2004 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” The DMI3 gene is essential for nodule development and symbiosis in certain plants.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Bicalutamide, a drug with a good safety profile, is a promising new treatment for female pattern hair loss.
July 2025 in “New Phytologist” MLO proteins help regulate calcium and ROS levels, promoting root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” October 2025 in “Saúde (Santa Maria)” Spironolactone is an effective and safe treatment for acne in adult women.
Plant roots respond to fungus smells by possibly using certain proteins and a plant hormone to change root growth, but more research is needed.
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October 2008 in “Journal of medicinal chemistry” PF-998425 is a new, effective, and non-phototoxic treatment for skin conditions related to androgens.
January 2018 in “Figshare” Curcuma aeruginosa extract lotion effectively reduces underarm hair growth.
April 2011 in “Cancer Research” 20(S)-Protopanaxadiol-aglycone may help prevent and treat prostate cancer by reducing androgen receptor activity.
November 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Baricitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata for up to 5 years.
June 2010 in “Melanoma research” LDE225 is a promising skin-applied treatment for basal cell carcinoma with good skin penetration and effectiveness.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” SesZen-Bio™ may be a promising and safer option for promoting hair growth.
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February 2002 in “Planta Medica” Compounds from Angelica koreana roots, especially osthenol, could be effective for treating conditions like prostate disease and hair loss.
June 2013 in “Revista cubana de plantas medicinales” Sida cordifolia is rich in saponins with antioxidant and antifungal properties.
April 2024 in “Journal of asthma and allergy” Abrocitinib effectively treated severe atopic dermatitis and mild alopecia areata in a 12-year-old boy after dupilumab failed.
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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.
November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Three compounds from Dadap leaves may help treat hair loss.
January 2010 in “Yearbook of Endocrinology” Two new compounds can block androgen receptor activity in different ways and may lead to new treatments for androgen-related diseases.
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February 2023 in “Plants” BB4CMU rice bran oil may help treat hair loss and gray hair.
January 2026 in “Plant Communications” Overexpressing SlCLE10 in tomatoes boosts root hair growth and drought tolerance.
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October 2009 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Two new compounds were found to build bone and muscle without affecting reproductive organs and skin oil glands.