October 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kefarmasian Indonesia” Cinnamon essential oil and virgin coconut oil hair tonic promoted hair growth, with the highest concentration performing better than the positive control.
February 2026 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” People with psoriasis are using cannabis products for skin care but need more reliable information and education.
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February 2020 in “Journal of Natural Products” A new compound from a sponge strongly inhibits an enzyme linked to male-pattern hair loss without being toxic at low levels.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” Using Mahua cake significantly boosts Bhringraj growth in agroforestry.
January 2019 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” The methanolic fruit extract of Citrullus colocynthis contains bioactive compounds that may support its use in traditional medicine and drug development.
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May 2017 in “Marine Drugs” Undariopsis peterseniana extract helps hair grow by activating certain cell growth pathways and could be a new treatment for hair loss.
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September 2023 in “Frontiers in sustainable food systems” Traditional knowledge of edible oil-producing plants in Sinja Valley is declining due to outmigration and sociocultural changes.
April 2024 in “Jurnal Agroindustri Halal/Jurnal agroindustri halal” The hair tonic with the highest seaweed extract content showed the best hair growth results.
Some plants may help with hair growth but need more scientific evidence.
Crinum asiaticum extract and norgalanthamine may promote hair growth by blocking an enzyme linked to hair loss and a pathway that stops hair growth.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Costunolide may have multiple health benefits, including promoting hair growth and protecting against cancer and diabetes, but more research is needed.
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February 2018 in “CB/Current biology” ERULUS controls root hair growth by regulating cell wall composition and pectin activity.
May 2025 in “Baghdad Journal of Biochemistry and Applied Biological Sciences” Adiantum capillus-veneris has many health benefits, including fighting bacteria, reducing inflammation, and helping with hair loss and infections.
September 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” Plumbago zeylanica has valuable medicinal properties but needs sustainable cultivation methods.
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December 2013 in “Toxicological Research” Chamaecyparis obtusa oil may help hair grow similarly to minoxidil by affecting certain growth markers and cell factors.
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September 2020 in “Molecules” Quercitrin may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and improving cell health.
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January 1997 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Santolina chamaecyparissus oil effectively fights fungal infections.
December 2022 in “Frontiers in plant science” CCDC22 and CCDC93 are essential for root and root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
November 2025 in “Natural Product Communications” Rosemary essential oil can improve mood, sleep, and cognitive function but may cause allergies, so use it carefully.
Eclipta alba shows promise for treating hair loss.
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April 2025 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Copper-quercetin complexes could be effective in treating cancer, infections, and promoting bone healing.
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May 2023 in “Molecules” Polygoni Cuspidati Rhizoma et Radix contains compounds that inhibit certain enzymes.
May 2023 in “GSC Advanced Research and Reviews” Eclipta alba (Bhringaraja) has many medicinal uses, including protecting the liver, promoting hair growth, and reducing inflammation.
February 2026 in “Contact Dermatitis” Avoiding exposure to certain grasses can prevent skin allergies, highlighting the importance of proper sanitation.
March 2025 in “Journal of Neonatal Surgery” Nardostachys Jatamansi is an endangered plant with valuable medicinal properties that could lead to safer drug alternatives.
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January 2009 in “OpenSIUC (Southern Illinois University Carbondale)” Calotropis gigantea and Tridax procumbens extracts reduce inflammation more effectively than low-dose Ibuprofen.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Health Sciences” Polyscias scutellaria has potential health benefits, including fighting bacteria, fungi, inflammation, diabetes, cancer, and promoting hair growth.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Eclipta alba, or Bhringraj, is safe and beneficial for hair growth and other health uses.
February 2026 in “Scientific Reports” Platycladi Cacumen may help treat hair loss by affecting certain biological pathways.