Maidenhair fern extract might help treat COVID-19 symptoms, but more research is needed.
April 2026 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” S. anacardium shows promise for hair and scalp health but needs more research and safety measures.
October 2022 in “Authorea (Authorea)” The pointed gourd plant has many medicinal uses, including anti-diabetic and antioxidant properties, but some uses lack scientific proof.
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April 2020 in “International journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences” Using Malaysian medicinal plants in cosmetics can treat skin and hair issues with fewer side effects than synthetic products.
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September 2018 in “Rendiconti lincei. Scienze fisiche e naturali” Researchers concluded that "spigo nardo" is the Himalayan plant Nardostachys jatamansi, used historically in medicine and cosmetics, now critically endangered.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” Butterfly pea flower is valued for its health benefits, color-changing ability, and use in food and drinks.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Natural Products” Calancardin B may help reduce inflammation in immune cells.
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July 2010 in “Dermatologic surgery” The technique effectively makes Asian eyelashes look fuller and more natural.
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January 1988 in “YAKUGAKU ZASSHI” Certain natural extracts can promote hair regrowth.
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Angelica sinensis and Tetrapanax papyrifer are common in Taiwanese TCM for lactation, with potential anticancer benefits.
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May 2019 in “Phytomedicine” Cepharanthine is a well-tolerated drug with multiple medical uses, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
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January 2010 in “Pharmacognosy Reviews/Bioinformatics Trends/Pharmacognosy review” Semecarpus anacardium Linn. has many medicinal benefits.
North American ginseng extract helped regrow hair in balding mice.
August 2013 in “Han'gug saengmul gonghag hoeji/KSBB journal” Apple 'Hirosaki' callus extracts may improve wrinkles, stimulate hair growth, and have anti-inflammatory effects for use in cosmetics.
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” An extract from Quercus acutissima bark was found to reduce sebum production and block an enzyme linked to acne.
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September 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmiah JKA (Jurnal Kesehatan Aeromedika)” Red galangal rhizome extract is effective against acne-causing bacteria.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” Green tea leaf extract at 7.5% concentration effectively promotes hair growth, similar to minoxidil.
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” The review suggests renaming two herbs to avoid confusion and recommends more research for safe use.
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October 2013 in “Botanics Targets and Therapy” The herbal preparation may help manage alopecia by reducing inflammation and boosting the immune response.
February 2020 in “Definitions” Botanical lotion CG428 may help regrow hair and reduce scalp inflammation in chemotherapy patients.
March 2004 in “大韓韓醫學會誌 = Journal of Korean Oriental Medicine” The hair essence product promotes hair growth and prevents hair loss.
August 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Periplaneta americana extract helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata by reducing inflammation and balancing skin bacteria.
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” The gel with icariin speeds up wound healing, reduces scarring, and helps hair growth by controlling BMP4 signaling. It also reduces inflammation and improves wound quality in mice, adapts to different wound shapes, and gradually releases icariin to aid healing. It also prevents too much collagen and myofibroblast formation during skin healing.
January 2013 in “Zhongguo bingli shengli zazhi” Coriaria sinica Maxim extract speeds up burn healing and hair growth in rats.
July 2014 in “Americanae (AECID Library)” Tridax procumbens and Ouratea spectabilis can affect other plants' growth and have antioxidant benefits.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Water extract of cacumen platycladi helps hair growth by affecting specific cell pathways.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Biochanin A from soy is a promising and safe candidate for treating hair loss.
June 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” Eclipta alba has more wedelolactone, but Wedelia chinensis is better at fighting bacteria.
Acupuncture and herbal treatments effectively reduced hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Biochanin A from soy is a promising and safe candidate for treating hair loss.