Tropical herbs have potential for cosmetics but need more research and standardization.
January 2026 in “Molecules” Dihydroartemisinin could be a versatile cosmetic ingredient but needs more research and development.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” Rice germ oil improves hair health, but adding ferulic acid offers limited benefits and may worsen chemically damaged hair.
August 2025 in “Acta Biomaterialia” The new hydrogel speeds up wound healing by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue growth.
July 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Fermented grapeseed oil effectively repairs and protects chemically damaged hair.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Topical alternatives like Redensyl, Procapil, onion juice, and rosemary oil may help with hair loss and have fewer side effects.
November 2023 in “South African journal of botany” Eclipta alba has anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a potential ingredient for cosmetics.
Plant-based compounds can improve wound dressings and skin medication delivery.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Maxillariinae orchids contain 62 compounds with potential health benefits, including treating skin conditions and diseases like cancer and diabetes.
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January 2017 in “Polymers” Polyelectrolytes can improve cell surfaces for better medical applications.
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December 2023 in “Cell proliferation” Stuff from umbilical cord stem cells helps skin heal and look younger.
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October 2025 in “Chinese Medicine” Berberine delivery systems improve wound healing by enhancing bioavailability, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue regeneration.
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Local healers in Addis Ababa use 81 medicinal plants, mainly from the Asteraceae family, to treat skin and general diseases, with Echinops kebericho being an endangered plant important in their practices.
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July 2022 in “Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine” Forsythiasides have multiple health benefits but may cause pseudoallergic reactions, and more research is needed.
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July 2020 in “PubMed” Herbs and fungi can potentially treat hair loss effectively with fewer side effects.
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April 2025 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Forskolin-loaded hydrogels improve wound healing and skin repair.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Melatonin promotes hair growth and quality by enhancing hair follicle development and reducing stress.
February 2023 in “Journal of Ginseng Research/Journal of ginseng research” New ginseng compounds may help treat degenerative diseases.
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June 2022 in “Plants” Shallot extract may help with hair growth and treating hair loss.
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February 2024 in “Diversity” African plants can treat hair issues and may help with diabetes.
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May 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Astilbin can potentially calm overactive immune responses, like in Type 1 Diabetes, by suppressing certain cell activities and reducing inflammation.
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October 2020 in “Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences” Solid lipid nanoparticles are promising for safe and effective drug delivery but need more research for clinical use.
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June 2021 in “Heliyon” Licorice has many health benefits but should be used carefully due to possible side effects.
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October 2023 in “Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews” Controlling inflammation can help heal diabetic foot ulcers.
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June 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” New nanocarriers improve drug delivery for disease treatment.
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May 2021 in “Bulletin of the National Research Centre/Bulletin of the National Research Center” Plantain has potential medicinal benefits but needs more research for safety and effectiveness.
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August 2024 in “Science Advances” The new sprayable wound mask helps heal wounds without scars.
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April 2014 in “PLOS ONE” Gray hair may be caused by lower antioxidant activity in hair cells.
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October 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Melatonin, usually known for sleep regulation, also has antioxidant properties that can protect skin, stimulate hair growth, and improve skin conditions, with topical application being more effective than oral use.
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Cepharanthine effectively reduces Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 by blocking certain cell pathways and promoting cell death.