20 citations
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Angelica sinensis and Tetrapanax papyrifer are common in Taiwanese TCM for lactation, with potential anticancer benefits.
December 2021 in “Jurnal ilmiah Manuntung” The best hair growth results were achieved with a hair tonic containing 5% gotu kola extract and 0.04% garlic extract.
18 citations
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October 2005 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Adding a small amount of TPGS to minoxidil can help hair growth, but too much TPGS reduces this effect and increases minoxidil in the blood.
January 2005 in “Belarusian State Pedagogical University repository (Belarusian State Pedagogical University)” 0.5% TPGS boosts hair growth with minoxidil, but 2% TPGS increases minoxidil absorption.
January 2025 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Dahuang-Gancao Decoction improves hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
February 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” DMG-Na may help reduce hair loss and improve hair growth, but more research is needed.
4 citations
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February 2025 in “Nutrients” Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract improves hair elasticity, density, and thickness safely.
20 citations
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December 2013 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” Ginsenoside Rg3 may help hair growth by increasing a growth-related protein in hair cells.
January 2024 in “Journal of Biosciences and Medicines” Combining Ginkgo biloba and butylphthalide improves cognitive recovery and reduces inflammation after a stroke.
47 citations
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April 2003 in “Journal of dermatological science” Thujae occidentalis semen extract may help treat male pattern baldness by blocking a hair loss-related enzyme and reducing hair loss in mice.
37 citations
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January 1993 in “Yakugaku zasshi” Ginkgo biloba leaf extract may help hair regrowth and improve heart health.
2 citations
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February 2022 in “Preprints.org” Fermented red ginseng marc may help treat atopic dermatitis by reducing inflammation and improving skin health.
3 citations
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January 2014 Green tea extract hair tonic is stable at room temperature, promotes hair growth better than minoxidil, and is safe for use.
January 2023 in “Applied sciences” Gefitinib and Sasam-Kyeongokgo together significantly reduce cancer growth and improve immune response in mice.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ginsenoside Rd may help improve skin aging by increasing collagen in the skin.
3 citations
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December 2016 in “KSBB Journal” The herbal medicine promotes hair growth and could be an effective treatment.
CG2001 is safe, well-tolerated, and a promising treatment for hair loss with fewer side effects.
15 citations
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January 2009 in “International Journal of Andrology” Liquorice may reduce testosterone and affect male reproductive organs, potentially helping treat conditions like prostate cancer.
March 2024 in “Nutrients” Gynostemma pentaphyllum and its component damulin B could help hair grow by activating certain cell pathways.
January 2020 in “JoLS Journal of Life Sciences” Red onion and Angelica gigas extracts promote hair growth and improve hair health.
CG2001 is safe and well-tolerated for treating hair loss in men.
January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” Dissolvable microneedles with Ginsenoside Rg3 can help treat hair loss by improving drug delivery and stimulating hair growth.
A mix of Polygonatum sibiricum and Nelumbinis semen may ease menopause symptoms with fewer side effects.
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.
11 citations
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January 2006 in “Drug development and industrial pharmacy” Adding TPGS to minoxidil solutions can improve skin penetration and retention, especially in water and PEG 400-based solutions.
11 citations
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October 2021 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” Ginkgo biloba polysaccharides may reduce inflammation and promote hair growth in mice with hair loss.
6 citations
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August 2019 in “PLOS ONE” Gambogic Amide helps maintain hair color and promotes hair growth.
September 2025 in “Australian Journal of Herbal and Naturopathic Medicine” Ashwagandha is safe and effective for reducing perimenopausal symptoms.
22 citations
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February 2002 in “Planta Medica” Compounds from Angelica koreana roots, especially osthenol, could be effective for treating conditions like prostate disease and hair loss.