March 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences” Pentoxifylline helps hair regrowth in rats with hair loss.
Sinsun-yukza-hwan extract promotes hair growth in mice.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Traditional Indian remedies are used for hair health, but more scientific evidence is needed to prove their safety and effectiveness.
January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.
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April 2021 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” Guilu Erxian Glue may help reduce chemotherapy side effects like weight loss and heart stress.
September 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Calotropis gigantea is a versatile plant used in traditional medicine for treating various diseases.
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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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November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Lotus corniculatus seed extract reduces oily skin by decreasing sebum production.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” Catharanthus roseus and Schwenckia americana extracts are generally safe but may cause kidney and liver tissue damage.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Unilateral keratosis follicularis squamosa may be a new subtype, successfully treated with asiaticoside ointment.
"Coco de mono" seeds cause temporary hair loss due to selenocystathionine.
July 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tanshinone Capsule may help regrow hair by boosting specific cell signals.
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January 2024 in “Scientific Reports” Pumpkin seeds may help expel parasites, but findings are retracted.
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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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January 2018 in “Chiang Mai University Journal” Centella asiatica extract may help promote hair growth.
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October 2018 in “Medicine” Oriental herbal medicine with moxibustion may improve pregnancy rates and other symptoms in PCOS, but more high-quality research is needed.
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October 2019 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Chinese medicine may help hair growth and reduce hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
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April 2017 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Chinese medicine may help treat hair loss by affecting genes and enzyme activity.
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May 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” Hibiscus rosa sinensis is beneficial for health due to its therapeutic properties and is generally safe.
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July 1978 in “Journal of comparative pathology” Acanthospermum hispidum is toxic to mice, causing death and damage to internal organs.
December 2022 in “한국 미생물 생명공학회지” TS-SCLF from fermented Schisandra chinensis may promote hair growth and improve hair quality.
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Kangfuxin (KFX) extract speeds up wound healing and improves skin regeneration.
April 2021 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Elephantopus scaber has potential medicinal benefits, including anticancer properties.
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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.
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January 2009 Russelia equisetiformis may help promote hair growth.
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January 2016 Curcumin can safely replace Sunset Yellow as a food colorant.
July 2025 in “Phytomedicine Plus” Cyperus rotundus L. can naturally reduce hair growth effectively with minimal side effects.
November 2020 in “World Journal of Integrated traditional and western Medicine(WJIM)” Shengyang Sanhuo Decoction effectively treats hair loss by supporting the spleen and stomach.
Smilax aristolochiifolia is less abundant due to environmental changes, but still used in traditional medicine.
December 2024 in “Journal of Contemporary Medical Practice” Classical prescriptions from Zhang Zhongjing's works may help treat hair loss.