November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Saw Palmetto, especially with Lycopene, L-Arginine, and Astaxanthin, improves male health by balancing hormones and boosting energy.
Padina arborescens and its component MOGG may help prevent hair loss through several actions, including blocking a hair loss-related enzyme.
December 2009 in “한국인체미용예술학회지” The herb extract helped prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
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February 2025 in “Nutrients” Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract improves hair elasticity, density, and thickness safely.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Saw Palmetto, combined with Lycopene, L-Arginine, and Astaxanthin, improves male health by balancing hormones, reducing inflammation, and enhancing hair and urinary health without side effects.
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October 2013 in “Botanics Targets and Therapy” The herbal preparation may help manage alopecia by reducing inflammation and boosting the immune response.
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September 2025 in “Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia” Serenoa repens extract, alone or with other supplements, improves urinary symptoms and lowers PSA levels.
January 2026 in “Molecular Nutrition & Food Research” Gynostemma pentaphyllum and Damulin B help prevent skin aging from UVB by reducing oxidative stress and improving skin health.
January 2023 in “Applied sciences” Gefitinib and Sasam-Kyeongokgo together significantly reduce cancer growth and improve immune response in mice.
January 2026 in “Chemistry & Biodiversity” Platycladus orientalis fruit extracts have antioxidant and enzyme-inhibiting properties, useful for health and food applications.
August 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some plants like spinach, broccoli, and matcha may boost the effectiveness of the hair growth drug minoxidil.
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August 2022 in “Korean journal of medicinal crop science/Han-gug yagyong jagmul hag-hoeji” BLH308, made from persimmon leaf, green tea, and sophora fruit, may help reduce hair loss by fighting oxidative stress and inflammation.
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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.
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January 2019 in “Therapeutic advances in urology” WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
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September 2016 in “Asian journal of beauty & cosmetology” Dendropanax morbifera leaf extract could be good for hair growth and cosmetic products because of its antioxidant properties and growth factor effects.
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Poria cocos polysaccharides and finasteride both help treat chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, but Poria cocos polysaccharides also improve gut health.
December 2025 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” The new microneedle system promotes hair growth by improving the hair follicle environment.
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July 2021 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” Over 150 new molecules with biological activities were found in traditional herbal medicines, some with potential for new drug development.
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May 2013 in “Andrologia” Some herbs show promise as antiandrogenic agents.
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May 2018 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” Red ginseng may improve immunity, fatigue, memory, blood circulation, and menopausal symptoms, and is generally safe to consume.
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May 2023 in “Molecules” Ginkgo biloba has health benefits but also contains toxic compounds, driving interest in its use in medicine and food.
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May 2024 in “Technology and Health Care” The ginseng cicada decoction effectively reduces atopic dermatitis symptoms and improves quality of life safely.
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August 2020 in “Nutrients” Ginseng extracts protect brain cells and reduce damage in diabetic rats.
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August 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Orthosiphon stamineus leaf extract reduces oily skin and improves complexion better than zinc gluconate.
December 2022 in “Korean journal of medicinal crop science/Han-gug yagyong jagmul hag-hoeji” Natural extracts like ginseng, green tea, shiitake, and aloe vera may help prevent hair loss by protecting hair-related cells.
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January 2009 in “The Korean Society of Beauty and Art” Korean Wild Ginseng extract may increase hair thickness and satisfaction among users, but not significantly increase hair count.
January 2019 in “The Pharma Innovation Journal” The best mix for a hair loss treatment cream is 10% Sophora japonica tincture and 5% Serenoa repens extract.
October 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Serenoa repens extract shows promise as a natural treatment for prostate cancer.
January 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” Combining finasteride and black soybean extract better protects hair cells from damage and may treat hair loss effectively with fewer side effects.