April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Natural plant-based hair dyes are safer and eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Natural hair dyes using plants like henna and indigo are safer and eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes.
March 2026 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” Gunja has potential for hair growth, fertility control, immune support, and more, but needs careful handling due to toxicity.
December 2025 in “Dietetics” European olive products are beneficial for skin care and are expected to become more important.
August 2025 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Research” F4 and F6 hair gels showed promise for improving hair care but need more testing.
April 2025 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” Herbal hair oil with natural ingredients can effectively promote hair growth.
January 2025 in “Applied Sciences” Sulforaphane from broccoli may help treat certain cancers, hormone issues, and hair loss.
April 2024 in “Scientific reports (Nature Publishing Group)” Rosemary and neem extract may be an effective natural treatment for dandruff and hair loss.
December 2023 in “Plants” Fissistigma oldhamii has compounds that help with pain, inflammation, and other health issues.
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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February 2010 in “Materials” Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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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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July 2022 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” Fucoidan-derived carbon dots can effectively treat root canal infections by killing bacteria and are safer than traditional disinfectants.
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June 2022 in “Molecules” Thiazole, a sulfur and nitrogen chemical, is useful in creating potential drugs for conditions like seizures, cancer, bacterial infections, tuberculosis, inflammation, malaria, viruses, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and A1-receptor issues.
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December 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Hydrogel microneedles offer a promising, minimally invasive way to treat diseases like cancer and hair loss, but need improvements in strength and standardization.
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Combining metals and herbs in microneedles can improve wound healing.
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June 2023 in “Current Nutrition & Food Science” Hinokiflavone may help treat cancers and other health issues.
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November 2025 in “Molecules” Ellagic acid can help treat skin issues, but its effectiveness is limited by poor absorption, so new delivery methods are being explored.
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January 2019 in “Studia Biologica” Extracted keratin from wool and hair can be used in medicine and bioengineering.
February 2026 in “Inflammopharmacology” Pistacia atlantica leaf ointment effectively heals wounds like phenytoin, with added antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” Rice germ oil improves hair health, but adding ferulic acid offers limited benefits and may worsen chemically damaged hair.
July 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Fermented grapeseed oil effectively repairs and protects chemically damaged hair.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cluster Science” Metal nanoparticles show promise for treating hair loss but need more research to ensure safety.
January 2025 in “Yonsei Medical Journal” Mastic gum and peppermint extracts may promote hair growth and health.
September 2024 in “Sasambo Journal of Pharmacy” The optimal pomegranate leaf extract shampoo formula effectively combats dandruff without causing hair loss.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Red tattoo ink may cause skin growths, needing careful monitoring.
November 2022 in “Cosmetics” Red pigmented rice, like Sang-Yod rice, could help promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
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September 2015 in “Acta biomaterialia” Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
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July 2023 in “Cosmetics” Surfactants in shampoos and conditioners remove some but not all lipids from hair, and more research is needed to understand their full impact.
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February 2024 in “Preprints.org” Ginsenoside compound K shows promise for treating metabolic diseases like obesity and diabetes, but more research is needed on its safety and effectiveness.