Low-dose oral minoxidil is generally safe for treating hair loss, with mostly mild side effects.
36 citations
,
April 2019 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine” Ganoderma lucidum, a medicinal mushroom, contains compounds that have potential health benefits like fighting cancer, boosting immunity, and treating various diseases.
23 citations
,
November 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” Certain herbal compounds, especially from bitter melon, can inhibit cancer growth and promote hair growth by blocking PAK1.
June 2025 in “Samarra Journal of Pure and Applied Science” A new method accurately measures minoxidil in tablets.
1 citations
,
January 2015 The gel with apigenin and celery juice promotes hair growth without causing skin irritation.
3 citations
,
June 2011 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
5 citations
,
March 2019 in “Journal of lipid research” New probes were created to effectively measure specific enzymes involved in fat metabolism, which could help develop new drugs.
41 citations
,
June 2024 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” Natural antioxidants may help prevent hair loss by reducing oxidative stress.
16 citations
,
August 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” A nano-formula of quercetin effectively improves heart health in metabolic syndrome.
2 citations
,
May 2023 in “Plants” Allium hookeri extract may help promote hair growth and protect cells from damage.
2 citations
,
August 2022 in “Animals” Essential oils may improve dogs' health and melatonin can help with their sleep and anxiety, but both should be used carefully.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Rebamipide may help regrow hair by activating hair follicle stem cells.
April 2025 in “Antioxidants” Rhus semialata gall extract and Penta-O-Galloyl-β-D-Glucose may effectively reduce hair loss.
February 2025 in “Chemico-Biological Interactions” 5-Fluorouracil causes hair loss by blocking signals needed for hair growth.
May 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Manipulating cell cleanup processes could help treat hair loss.
January 2025 in “Biomedical Engineering Letters” MXD@CP could be a promising new topical treatment for hair loss.
6 citations
,
December 2020 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Compounds from Eclipta prostrata L. plant have diabetes and obesity-fighting properties and reduce inflammation.
14 citations
,
August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” The compound (1R,2S)-4-(2-Cyano-cyclohexyl-oxy)-2-trifluoromethyl-benzonitrile can stimulate hair growth and reduce oil production when applied topically.
Bacopa monniera promotes hair growth, enhances memory, and helps with inflammation and stomach issues.
89 citations
,
February 1993 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” New compounds called benzoquinolinones may treat conditions linked to excess DHT.
December 2009 in “Eclética Química” A simple and fast method accurately measures minoxidil in pharmaceuticals.
January 2026 in “RIGGS Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Business” The cream with turmeric and ginger extracts can potentially reduce underarm hair growth effectively.
13 citations
,
May 2019 in “Cancer Prevention Research” Grape seed extract may safely and effectively help prevent lung cancer.
19 citations
,
June 2010 in “Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies” A plant extract was found to effectively block an enzyme related to male hormone-related diseases.
2 citations
,
April 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” The saw palmetto extract effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to prostate issues, showing promise for prostate health.
18 citations
,
January 2000 in “Food Science and Technology Research” Apple polyphenols, especially from unripe apples, can help prevent cells from turning into fat cells.
10 citations
,
November 2015 in “Plant Foods for Human Nutrition” Hibiscus petals helped control blood sugar and improve liver and pancreas health in diabetic rats.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PP405 may help hair growth by activating hair follicle stem cells.
January 2025 in “FASKES Jurnal Farmasi Kesehatan dan Sains” Erythrina subumbrans leaves may help treat hair loss.
8 citations
,
June 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The combination of the excimer lamp and liquor carbonis detergens is more effective for scalp psoriasis than the lamp alone.