December 2025 in “INSTITUTE OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGIES TRANSACTIONS” Asteraceae plants are valuable in traditional medicine for treating various diseases.
August 2017 in “International journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” Bhallataka is a poisonous plant that, when detoxified, may have medicinal benefits for various health issues.
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February 2020 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” Rosemary extract may boost the immune system, but more research on humans is needed to confirm this.
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September 2023 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Purslane has many health benefits and potential uses in medicine, food, and farming.
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February 2023 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Baricitinib effectively improved both atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata symptoms in a patient.
July 2023 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Combining baricitinib with low-dose corticosteroids significantly improved severe hair loss in eight patients.
Pomegranate is beneficial in various medical fields.
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October 2018 in “International journal of osteoarchaeology” Medieval people in Mallorca used ferns as medicine.
October 2024 in “Jurnal Pharmascience” Candlenut and celery extracts are effective for hair growth in spray form.
April 2026 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” Traditional herbs may help manage hair loss and improve hair health.
January 2025 in “Frontiers in Pediatrics” Baricitinib significantly improved hair regrowth and skin condition in a 14-year-old with alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis.
January 2013 in “The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” April 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Semecarpus anacardium Linn. may have health benefits, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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November 2009 in “DSpace (Federal University of Santa Catarina)” Brunfelsia uniflora has good antioxidant properties and moderate antibacterial activity.
January 2026 in “BioMed Research International” The combination of rosemary and castor oils may promote hair growth in mice.
April 2022 in “International journal of green and herbal chemistry” Silver nanoparticles made from Tridax procumbens leaves can kill bacteria and help treat infections.
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January 2012 in “Chinese Medicine” Urtica dioica (stinging nettle) is a potential natural antioxidant for medicinal and cosmetic use.
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November 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Oral tofacitinib can treat both psoriasis and alopecia universalis by normalizing inflammatory pathways.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis has many health benefits, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Clitoria ternatea, known as Sangu Poo, is a plant with a rich phytochemical profile, including terpenes, flavonoids, and alkaloids, which contribute to its diverse pharmacological activities. Traditionally used in Indian, Tamil, and Greco-Arab medicine, it exhibits antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting heart health, liver protection, and potentially cancer-related activities. Its extracts show promise in skincare, potentially slowing aging, protecting against light damage, reducing pigmentation, and promoting hair growth. Despite its potential, the lack of human trials and consistent quality control poses challenges, highlighting the need for improved testing and product design to fully realize its benefits.
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August 2012 in “BMJ case reports” Ban Tu Wan, a Chinese herbal supplement, can cause severe liver damage.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Current Research and Review” Maidenhair fern may help with health issues but should not be used during pregnancy.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Veterinary Science” Hibiscus leaf ointment helps hair growth and reduces UV skin damage in rats.
January 2025 in “SSRN Electronic Journal”
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October 1999 in “Environmental Health Perspectives” Modern science supports the use of some Ayurvedic plants for health, as ancient practices suggested.
October 2017 in “The American journal of gastroenterology” Taking He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) caused liver injury in a woman using it for hair loss.
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August 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Baricitinib helped improve hair, eyebrow, and eyelash growth in alopecia areata patients.
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October 2018 in “Pediatric dermatology” Leflunomide and anthralin may effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
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December 1958 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
April 2025 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Jiawei Erzhiwan helps hair growth in androgenetic alopecia by affecting specific cell pathways.