January 2026 in “Medicine” Hejie Shengfa Decoction may help treat alopecia areata by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation, but more safety studies are needed.
The YH complex, made from certain plant extracts, effectively promotes hair regrowth and could be a potential treatment for hair loss.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Ayurvedic treatments significantly improved hair regrowth in a woman with alopecia areata.
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June 2010 in “Pharmacognosy journal” The polyherbal hair oil effectively reduces dandruff and promotes hair growth.
August 1995 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” New therapy helps treat hair loss.
July 2021 in “Asia-Pacific journal of convergent research interchange” Cauliflower Mushroom extract may help treat male hair loss by affecting hair growth-related genes.
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January 2022 in “Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias” Essential oils from Hedychium spicatum have potential for developing natural drugs with pain-blocking, fever-reducing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Some Himalayan plants with higher antioxidant activity can promote hair growth better.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”
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March 1990 in “Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics/Clinical pharmacology & therapeutics” Albendazole treatment for echinococcosis can cause serious side effects and requires close monitoring.
May 2025 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” Ayurvedic treatment effectively improved alopecia areata symptoms quickly and affordably.
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January 2019 The 1:5 ratio of fragrant pandan to celery extract best promotes hair growth.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Breezula® may be more effective than Minoxidil in promoting hair growth by reducing a hair growth inhibitor.
December 2024 in “Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Dergisi” Both treatments are safe and effective, but anthralin may work better for some patients.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may help prevent hair loss caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel.
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May 2024 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Certain herbs can help reduce hair loss.
May 2023 in “Jurnal Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Publikasi Ilmiah Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sriwijaya” There is not enough evidence to recommend multivitamin-mineral supplements and herbal treatments for alopecia areata.
Urtica laetevirens extract significantly reduces 5α-reductase activity.
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August 2016 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Eupafolin nanoparticles help protect skin cells from damage caused by air pollution.
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January 2025 in “CPT Pharmacometrics & Systems Pharmacology” Ritlecitinib effectively regrows eyebrow and eyelash hair in alopecia areata, with 50 mg being the best dose.
January 2025 in “American Journal of Translational Research” Erianin may effectively treat alopecia areata by targeting the immune system.
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January 2007 in “edoc (University of Basel)” Piper cubeba and Aquilaria sinensis may help prevent or treat prostate issues by balancing hormones.
October 2025 in “Quantum Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” Tridax procumbens is a plant with many health benefits, including healing, protecting the liver, fighting infections, and promoting hair growth.
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September 2004 in “대한의생명과학회지” An extract made from Polygoni multiflori Radix, Angelica gigantis Radix, and Lycii Fructus was found to increase hair density and prevent hair loss in most users when applied daily for 18 months.
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February 2019 in “PubMed” Clascoterone may be an effective topical treatment for hair loss.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Ectoin helps prevent cortisone-induced skin problems and supports skin health.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The botanical treatment for hair loss shows promise, especially for children.
March 2024 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Sciences” Zaleya pentandra extracts, especially acetone, may be useful for new medicines and food industry applications.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Ficus carica leaf extract may help treat skin disorders by reducing inflammation and androgen effects in skin cells.