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February 2026 in “World Journal of Interdisciplinary Innovation Sciences” Cinnamon may help improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS.
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March 2019 in “Cosmetics” The oral supplement with Pinus pinaster and Grape seed extract, used with sunscreen, effectively and safely improved mild-to-moderate facial melasma.
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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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December 2025 in “Journal of Advanced Biotechnology and Experimental Therapeutics” Mesenchymal stem cells may help reduce melanin in UV-exposed mice.
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October 2017 in “Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A” A new minoxidil-like substance, triaminodil, was found in an illegal hair growth supplement.
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April 2023 in “Ultrasonics Sonochemistry” Ultrasound helps efficiently extract beneficial compounds from maidenhairtree for potential medicinal use.
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December 2013 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” Encapsulated Garcinia mangostana extract in cream penetrates skin better than other forms.
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