3 citations
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Ficus benghalensis leaf extracts can effectively promote hair growth and inhibit hair loss.
Saw palmetto cream for hair loss works better with glycerol and sorbitol.
April 2023 in “Tikrit journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Ginger extract helps hair growth and reduces the need for prednisolone in alopecia areata patients.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review” Glyphaea brevis and Monodora myristica can protect against finasteride's harmful effects on blood and oxidative stress in male rats.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Erzhi Pill shows promise for health issues but needs better quality control and clearer usage guidelines.
2 citations
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July 2021 in “Uro” Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
January 2025 in “Bandung Conference Series Pharmacy” Tin leaf extract in solid shampoo can effectively reduce oxidative stress on hair and scalp.
4 citations
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October 2019 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Gefitinib can cause hair and eyebrow darkening.
The best mix of propylene glycol and sorbitol was found for a cream to prevent hair loss using saw palmetto extract.
19 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Ayurveda Research” Tectona grandis Linn. seeds extract improved hair growth in mice better than minoxidil.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Maidenhair fern extract reduced anxiety and depression in rats and may work due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Resveratrol activates the Nrf2 pathway in human skin, significantly increasing the production and distribution of the antioxidant glutathione.
14 citations
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June 2024 in “Food Chemistry X” Pomegranate leaf shows promise for health benefits, but more human trials are needed.
May 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Heat-treated Limosilactobacillus fermentum with menthol, salicylic acid, and panthenol promotes hair growth and balances scalp microbiome in people with androgenetic alopecia.
May 2024 in “Academia Open” High doses of white turi flower extract increase sodium and potassium levels in rat kidneys.
May 2023 in “Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is used in traditional medicine and is safe in high doses, with various health benefits.
Grateloupia elliptica seaweed extract may promote hair growth by activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling and cell proliferation.
January 2009 in “한방재활의학과학회지” Saengbal-eum-2 promotes hair growth and reduces inflammation in mice.
49 citations
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January 2017 in “Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity” Eclipta alba extract may help fight cancer and has antioxidant benefits without being toxic.
December 2018 in “Jurnal Farmamedika (Pharmamedica Journal)” The combination of watermelon skin extract and banana trunk liquid promotes hair growth in male white rats.
15 citations
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January 2021 in “Cellular and Molecular Biology” Prosopis farcta has strong antioxidants, useful for food and medicine.
5 citations
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” Ro stress hindered ginseng root growth and ginsenoside production, but increased certain hormones and affected gene regulation related to plant growth and stress responses.
April 2026 in “Cosmetics” Astragalus plants may improve skin health and have anti-aging benefits.
27 citations
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February 2014 in “Planta Medica” Scutellaria baicalensis extract and baicalin may help prevent hair loss.
3 citations
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Pharmacology” The ethanol extract of Poria cocos helps skin cells to grow.
Certain Chinese herbs may help treat kidney fibrosis by targeting TGF-β.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Silybum marianum extract, Manganese PCA, and Lespedeza capitata extract may help with hair growth and anchorage, potentially aiding in hair loss treatment.
20 citations
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January 2017 in “Nutrition Research and Practice” Corn silk extract helps reduce prostate enlargement symptoms.
March 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Silver nanoparticles made from Dracaena trifasciata extracts have strong antioxidant properties.