73 citations
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October 2009 in “Anti-Cancer Agents in Medicinal Chemistry” New curcumin analogues help fight prostate cancer by breaking down androgen receptors.
60 citations
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October 2020 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Curcumin nanocrystals in simple gels effectively penetrate hair follicles, but humectants can reduce this efficacy.
37 citations
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December 2020 in “Molecules” A new delivery system makes Curcumin more effective and safer against viruses.
32 citations
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November 2020 in “Nanomaterials” Excipients greatly affect how well curcumin nanocrystals penetrate the skin and target hair follicles.
31 citations
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February 2021 in “Nutrients” Curcumin may improve blood sugar levels and cholesterol in people with PCOS, but more research is needed.
31 citations
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January 2012 in “Skin Research and Technology” The w/o lotion with blended cellulose improved curcumin skin penetration best.
31 citations
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March 2023 in “BioFactors” Curcumin nanoformulations improve wound healing by enhancing its effectiveness and sustained release.
27 citations
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April 2021 in “Phytotherapy Research” Curcumin may be an effective and safer anticancer agent by regulating key cell pathways.
22 citations
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September 2022 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” CUR-loaded micelles improve skin delivery and effects of curcumin for pain and infections.
15 citations
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February 2023 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Smaller curcumin nanocrystals penetrate skin better, but additives and particle size affect absorption and accumulation.
10 citations
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February 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” Smaller curcumin nanocrystals penetrate skin and hair follicles better than larger ones.
8 citations
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May 2021 in “Applied Materials Today” New nano composite helps reduce scars and regrow hair during burn wound healing.
8 citations
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January 2016 Curcumin can safely replace Sunset Yellow as a food colorant.
4 citations
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March 2022 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The mixed preparation helped hair regrowth but wasn't better than minoxidil.
4 citations
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November 2024 in “Toxicology Research” Curcumin and piperine together may help protect lungs from paraquat damage.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “Biomimetics” The hydrogel effectively heals wounds and fights bacteria.
3 citations
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April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Curcumin applied to the skin can start hair growth in mice.
2 citations
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February 2023 in “BMC endocrine disorders” Curcumin improved some metabolic factors in women with PCOS but did not affect cholesterol, insulin, or testosterone levels.
April 2026 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation” Curcumin nanocrystal gel improves skin absorption and is safe and effective for topical use.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Materials” Iron-curcumin nanoparticles help heal diabetic wounds faster by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue repair.
Ayurveda-based care may improve quality of life for breast cancer patients without serious side effects.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” The new hydrogel with curcumin speeds up wound healing safely and effectively.
January 2025 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” Curcumin-primed milk vesicles may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth.
January 2024 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Using a special gel with copper and curcumin along with a scraping massage technique improved hair growth better than the common hair loss treatment, minoxidil.
November 2023 in “British journal of nutrition” Curcumin supplements increase adiponectin and decrease leptin in adults.
January 2022 in “Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities” Ayurveda-based care with Guduchi, Ashwagandha, and Curcumin improved quality of life for breast cancer patients without serious side effects.
Encapsulating curcumin in nanoparticles improves its stability, release, and absorption in the body.
Encapsulating ascorbyl palmitate in curcumin-grafted particles improves its stability and skin penetration.
37 citations
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April 2021 in “Nutrients” Berberine and curcumin may help reduce obesity by improving gut bacteria and liver health.
137 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of bone and mineral research” Vitamin D and its receptor are crucial for bone health and can be influenced by certain fats and curcumin.