March 2016 in “The Journal of Urology” The discovery of 5α-reductase deficiency in guevedoces led to the development of important urologic medications.
30 citations
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October 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Herbal compounds like ricinoleic acid, quercetin-3-O-rutinoside, and hinokiflavone may be safe and effective for treating hair loss.
5 citations
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September 2022 in “Antioxidants” A substance from Caulerpa racemosa seaweed may protect against skin damage caused by air pollution by reducing oxidative stress and cell death.
10 citations
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November 2015 in “Plant Foods for Human Nutrition” Hibiscus petals helped control blood sugar and improve liver and pancreas health in diabetic rats.
July 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Maslinic acid from olive extracts promotes hair growth like minoxidil.
January 2018 in “Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Urea, eucalyptus oil, and menthol improve minoxidil skin absorption.
14 citations
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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.
February 2024 in “Frontiers in plant science” Peps help Arabidopsis plants grow more root hairs by affecting specific genes and calcium signaling.
Rosmagain™ oils effectively promote hair growth and scalp health.
March 2012 in “Al-Azhar Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” The plant Russelia equisetiformis has beneficial chemical compounds and effects.
Marine sponges from Tabuhan Island can inhibit enzymes linked to Alzheimer's and hair loss.
40 citations
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November 2021 in “Archives of Pharmacal Research” April 2025 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Amygdalin in Persicae Semen may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and regulating key pathways.
2 citations
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August 2019 in “PubMed” A specific enzyme that activates the hair growth medication minoxidil when applied to the skin was identified.
2 citations
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March 1989 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
January 2015 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” 3 citations
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August 2024 in “Cosmetics” A botanical extract blend improved skin and scalp health in women working outdoors.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Advances in Pharmacology and Pharmacy” Mimosa pudica extract may help create new sedative and anti-anxiety drugs.
48 citations
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May 2021 in “Molecules” Plant extracts from dry flowers can be used as safe, effective dyes in cosmetics, offering skin protection and anti-aging benefits.
17 citations
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” A compound made by Pfizer can potentially stimulate hair growth and reduce oil production, making it a good candidate for topical use.
May 2022 in “Current Enzyme Inhibition” Compound 7b is a promising candidate for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer.
August 2025 in “Dermatology Reports” Rosemary oil may reduce hair greying risk.
October 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Quercetin boosts hair follicle stem cell growth and survival in cashmere goats.
6 citations
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May 2022 in “Chemistry & biodiversity” *Laportea bulbifera* contains unique compounds that may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.
August 2022 in “Ad-Dawaa' Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. and Baccaurea racemosa extracts help hair growth.
January 2021 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” Phytochemicals may offer safer alternatives to synthetic drugs for prostate cancer treatment.
7 citations
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May 2022 in “Indonesian Journal of Science and Technology” Compounds from Etlingera alba may help treat Triple Negative Breast Cancer.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Exploration of Medicine” Polypodium leucotomos is a promising natural sunscreen that helps protect skin from UV damage.
5 citations
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September 2011 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Pfizer found that pantolactam-based compounds can reduce sebum (skin oil) production when applied topically.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The reconstructed skin model from hair follicles functions like human skin in processing chemicals and can be used to test ingredient safety.