January 2026 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Female-marketed minoxidil foam is more expensive than male-marketed, but generic and bulk options can reduce this gap.
7 citations
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January 2015 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Rice Bran Supercritical CO2 Extract significantly increased hair density and diameter in male alopecia patients without any side effects.
2 citations
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May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” January 2018 in “Journal of analytical, bioanalytical and separation techniques” 3 citations
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July 2020 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” The banana corm extract shampoos are stable and may effectively promote hair growth.
February 2023 in “Molecules” Cactus extract from Notocactus ottonis may help promote hair growth.
April 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Magazine” Cerasus serrulata flower extracts can help turn grey hair black again.
25 citations
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March 2018 in “Journal of oncology practice” Scalp cooling is an effective and safe way to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, with manageable side effects and low risk of scalp cancer.
September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The birth control pill containing ethinylestradiol and chlormadinone may help treat acne and other skin and hair conditions related to hormones.
14 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” PFS might be a delusional disorder with potential to become mass psychogenic illness.
March 2007 in “The FASEB Journal” Henna mixed with PPD can cause skin reactions, scarring, and a specific type of baldness, and needs more research to understand these effects.
January 1988 in “Toxicological Sciences” 4PeCDF is highly toxic to male rats, causing weight loss, organ damage, and death.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Cells from concentrated growth factor can become different cell types.
September 2025 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Combining radiofrequency with minoxidil is more effective for hair regrowth in women than using CO2 with minoxidil.
11 citations
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May 1990 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Diazoxide applied to the skin can increase hair growth without harmful side effects.
Fenugreek seeds and Butea monosperma flowers may help reduce hair loss from chemotherapy.
December 2021 in “Cosmetics”
Long bean leaf juice significantly promotes hair growth.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining CGF and microneedling with betamethasone effectively treats resistant alopecia areata.
2 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” Modified frameworks with stearic acid enhance drug delivery and promote hair growth.
July 2025 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” The green alga Parachlorella sp. has potential for use in cosmetics and health products due to its antioxidant, anti-hypertensive, and hair growth properties.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Maidenhair fern extract reduced anxiety and depression in rats and may work due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
2 citations
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September 2011 in “Revista de Ciências Farmacêuticas Básica e Aplicada” The chili pepper shampoo was safe and well-liked by volunteers.
1 citations
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October 2019 in “Epileptic disorders” A girl with Pitt-Hopkins syndrome developed curly hair as a rare side effect from the epilepsy drug perampanel.
Sea cucumber extract reduces hair loss and improves scalp health after dyeing.
Shiitake mushroom, buckwheat, and cypress are effective and safe for scalp care.
September 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Cacao can improve hair strength and shine.
January 2020 in “대한미용학회지” Natural ingredients like plant extracts and marine life show promise for improving scalp health and reducing hair loss.
5 citations
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January 2018 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Curcuma aeruginosa extract lotion significantly reduces underarm hair growth.
133 citations
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July 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The cream effectively and safely reduces facial hair in women.