January 2020 in “Jurnal Penelitian Perawat Profesional” Panax Ginseng may help prevent hair loss.
January 2020 in “JoLS Journal of Life Sciences” Red onion and Angelica gigas extracts promote hair growth and improve hair health.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Lasers are less favored for hair transplant surgery but show promise for hair growth in controlled trials.
March 2016 in “The Journal of Urology” The discovery of 5α-reductase deficiency in guevedoces led to the development of important urologic medications.
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November 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Certain Chinese herbs, especially Cacumen platycladi, can promote hair regrowth and reduce hair loss-related hormone levels in mice.
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February 2021 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Physcion may help treat hair loss by blocking an enzyme linked to baldness.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Rice water benefits skin and hair by hydrating, promoting growth, and fighting dandruff.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Rice water benefits skin and hair by hydrating, promoting growth, and fighting dandruff.
November 2025 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” Pea sprout extract may help hair regrow by reducing stress and inflammation.
October 2025 in “Jurnal Medisains Kesehatan” Muntingia calabura leaf extract is more effective against acne-causing bacteria than Averrhoa bilimbi.
January 2025 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Cell Research” Green tea compound EGCG may help hair growth by boosting cell activity.
January 2025 in “Journal of Food Biochemistry” 2′‐Fucosyllactose reduces hair loss and promotes hair growth in mice.
September 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Liquorice extract may help treat acne by reducing sebum production.
April 2023 in “Seven Editora eBooks” Essential oils may help hair growth, but more research is needed.
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February 2023 in “Journal of Experimental Pharmacology” Kigelia africana fruit extract can prevent and reverse prostate enlargement in rats.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Polygonum multiflorum root nanovesicles may help hair growth and treat hair loss.
165 citations
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October 2013 in “Nature Communications” Scientists made working salivary glands in mice using bioengineered cells, which could help treat dry mouth.
140 citations
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August 2011 in “Biomaterials” Keratose, derived from human hair, is a non-toxic biomaterial good for tissue regeneration and integrates well with body tissues.
55 citations
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August 2008 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic condition that can cause early puberty and fertility problems, treated with specific steroids.
54 citations
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January 1973 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Aloe helps heal leg ulcers and skin disorders.
53 citations
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March 2014 in “Growth Hormone & IGF Research” IGF-1 injections help mice grow more hair by increasing cell growth and blocking a hair growth inhibitor.
47 citations
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August 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” The research suggests that the global distribution of PCOS is likely due to historical human migration and that genes affecting PCOS may have different impacts on males and females.
33 citations
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September 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Surgeons suggested a standard system for hair transplant methods to improve communication and results.
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December 1991 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Cyclosporin A promotes hair growth in young nude mice.
21 citations
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December 2012 in “Maturitas” Testosterone implants in women require pharmacological dosing to be effective and are generally safe and well-tolerated.
13 citations
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January 2002 in “Clinics in dermatology” A mushroom extract might reduce hair loss and liver damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs in animals.
4 citations
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May 2018 in “Electronic Journal of Biotechnology” All-trans retinoic acid at high doses harms goat hair growth cells and could be bad for hair growth.
3 citations
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May 2007 in “Pediatrics in review” Ringworm of the body and scalp is treated with antifungal creams and oral medication, and children with scalp ringworm don't need to miss school.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “PLoS ONE” The combination of Rhynchosia nulubilis and Polygonum multiflorum extracts may effectively promote hair growth and reduce hair loss.
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December 2023 in “Advanced science” Glycosaminoglycans help heal wounds but aren't yet ready for clinical use.