September 2011 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji” Henna orange powder, especially with alkali, protects and colors hair better than oxidizing colorants.
July 2023 in “Journal of the Mexican chemical society” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis leaf extract might help reduce fat absorption and could be used to treat obesity.
4 citations
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February 2022 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis” The conclusion is that a new method can measure caffeine and drugs in hair, finding caffeine abusers have 70 times more caffeine than normal, with a proposed cut-off value for abuse.
28 citations
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March 2007 in “E-Journal of Chemistry” Herbal formulations with certain herbs can boost hair growth as effectively as minoxidil.
67 citations
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May 2013 in “Therapeutic drug monitoring” Wait 4-5 weeks after drug use before hair testing and cut hair into three segments to confirm single drug exposure.
December 2022 in “Korean journal of medicinal crop science/Han-gug yagyong jagmul hag-hoeji” Natural extracts like ginseng, green tea, shiitake, and aloe vera may help prevent hair loss by protecting hair-related cells.
December 2022 in “Journal of Tropical Pharmacy and Chemistry” The hair tonic made from oil palm leaf extract is very effective in preventing hair damage from the sun.
15 citations
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May 2020 in “BMC complementary medicine and therapies” Polygonum multiflorum extract helps hair grow longer and fights the effects of hormones that cause hair loss.
49 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method effectively detects banned substances in urine for sports antidoping.
3 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The scalp care solution with Timosaponin B-II improved scalp hydration, reduced dandruff, and helped prevent hair loss.
January 1990 in “Medical Entomology and Zoology” A new method can quickly detect alcohol abuse by analyzing hair in under an hour.
September 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” The new face mask with Eflornithine can potentially reduce facial hair growth and moisturize skin.
24 citations
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October 2024 in “Process Biochemistry” Optimal conditions for extracting beneficial compounds from Carthamus caeruleus L. rhizomes were identified, improving efficiency.
January 2023 in “Han'gug mi'saengmul saengmyeong gong haghoeji/Han-guk misaengmul saengmyeong gonghak hoeji” NOC-4 extract promotes black hair and hair growth effectively.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” Dandelion extract mist protects hair from heat damage and improves styling.
6 citations
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September 2014 in “Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A” New method effectively detects illegal hormones in anti-aging foods.
April 2024 in “The journal of phytopharmacology” Orchid callus extract can help hair grow and may be used in eco-friendly hair products.
September 2020 in “International journal of current pharmaceutical research” Tea tree oil cream effectively reduces hair growth.
75 citations
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November 1965 in “Textile research journal” Papain and bisulfite break down human hair by dissolving parts of it.
August 2021 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Plant extracts in shampoo improved hair thickness and density in men with hair loss.
Amaranthus extract cream safely boosts hair growth in men with hair loss.
December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” Herbal medicines need strict quality control to ensure safety and authenticity.
54 citations
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October 2002 in “Journal of controlled release” Medium lipophilic substances penetrate skin best, and adding ethanol can increase delivery to hair follicles.
August 2009 in “한국실험동물학회 학술발표대회 논문집” Fermented Rhus Verniciflua Stokes Extract may help hair grow in cells and mice.
September 2019 in “Case medical research”
July 2023 in “International journal of research publications” Green coffee bean extract didn't grow hair but reduced a hair loss-related enzyme in rats.
November 2024 in “Research for Rural Development/Research for Rural Development (Online)” Rosemary essential oil is rich in terpenes and can be effectively extracted and analyzed using environmentally friendly methods, benefiting local economies.
130 citations
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August 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Human hair follicle organ culture is a useful model for hair research with potential for studying hair biology and testing treatments.
March 2026 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” Albizia saponaria bark extract may help treat hair loss.
71 citations
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October 2008 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” HFMs can help study hair growth and test potential hair growth drugs.