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April 2014 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” Unripe Rubus occidentalis extracts may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Rosemary oil can boost hair growth by increasing certain enzyme activities and cytokine expression.
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August 2022 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine” Mangosteen extract may help with hair growth and prevent graying.
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January 2012 Green tea polyphenols are beneficial for various skin and hair conditions and are increasingly popular in cosmetics.
April 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Melatonin in a special emulsion can help treat hair loss more effectively.
August 2015 in “한국식품영양과학회 산업심포지움발표집”
Cocor Bebek leaf extract may promote hair growth better than minoxidil at high concentrations.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Mosquito Research” Combining these plant extracts kills mosquito larvae effectively.
December 2017 in “JURNAL FARMANESIA” Red dragon fruit peel extract can effectively dye gray hair black.
February 2026 in “Molecules” A new method can quickly and accurately measure tobacco exposure and stress using a small hair sample.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The study developed a polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo using medicinal plants such as Azadirachta indica, Ocimum tenuiflorum, and others, known for their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The shampoo's aqueous extract showed high levels of bioactive compounds like alkaloids and flavonoids, contributing to its effectiveness. The shampoo maintained a pH compatible with scalp health, exhibited significant antioxidant activity, and demonstrated antimicrobial effects against bacteria and fungi responsible for dandruff. The findings suggest that such herbal shampoos are effective and preferable alternatives to synthetic options for dandruff treatment.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The study developed a polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo using medicinal plants such as Azadirachta indica, Ocimum tenuiflorum, and others, known for their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The shampoo's aqueous extract showed high levels of bioactive compounds like alkaloids and flavonoids, contributing to its effectiveness. The shampoo maintained a pH compatible with scalp health, exhibited significant antioxidant activity, and demonstrated antimicrobial effects against bacteria and fungi responsible for dandruff. The findings suggest that such herbal shampoos are effective and preferable alternatives to synthetic options for dandruff treatment.
Ziziphus jujuba and Eclipta alba leaf extracts improve blood sugar levels and cognitive function in diabetic rats.
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September 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmiah JKA (Jurnal Kesehatan Aeromedika)” This literature review investigates the antibacterial activity of various plant extracts against Propionibacterium acnes, a primary bacterium responsible for acne. Due to increasing antibiotic resistance, alternative treatments are being explored. The study found that the red galangal rhizome extract was the most effective, showing an inhibitory zone of 31.5 mm at a 20% concentration, outperforming other extracts. This suggests that red galangal rhizome could be a promising alternative to traditional antibiotics for treating acne.
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August 2019 in “Medika Tadulako: Jurnal Ilmiah Kedokteran Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan” A 3% hair tonic with bitter melon leaf and carrot extracts boosts hair growth effectively.
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March 2021 in “Molecules” The new formulation greatly improved quercetin absorption in rats.
The nutraceutical with rosemary may reduce inflammation in dog skin.
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October 2023 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” Kenikir leaf extract nanosuspension may help inhibit breast cancer cell growth.
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May 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” A new method was developed to accurately detect and measure 47 different drug ingredients in various products.
October 2025 in “Jurnal Medisains Kesehatan” Muntingia calabura leaf extract is more effective against acne-causing bacteria than Averrhoa bilimbi.
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March 2023 in “PubMed” Rosemary hair lotion significantly promotes hair growth and could be a potential alternative to commercial hair growth products.
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February 2017 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Geranium sibiricum extract helps hair grow and is more effective than minoxidil but can be toxic in high concentrations.
August 2021 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” Using natural polyphenol cross-linkers like tannic acid and green tea extract in perm treatments improves curling and protects hair.
8 citations
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July 1977 in “Lipids” High levels of certain fats in rapeseed oil can reduce the skin's ability to produce prostaglandin E2 and cause hair loss and skin issues in rats.
December 2023 in “Bulletin of Pharmaceutical Sciences Assiut” Herbal products for benign prostate hypertrophy need better quality checks to ensure safety and effectiveness.
October 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kefarmasian Indonesia” Cinnamon essential oil and virgin coconut oil hair tonic promoted hair growth, with the highest concentration performing better than the positive control.
August 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” [6]-Gingerdiol 3-monoacetate shows promise for treating T. whipplei infections.
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February 2019 in “Journal of Molecular Liquids” Minoxidil dissolves better in propylene glycol and water as temperature and propylene glycol amount increase.
January 2016 in “Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research” Angiopteris evecta extracts significantly promote hair growth in rabbits.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” Some herbal ingredients like linalool and tea tree oil have anti-dandruff properties and are safe for use in shampoos.