May 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Jamogenin and other molecules from plants may help treat hair loss.
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June 2012 in “European journal of medicinal chemistry” New steroid compounds effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and may treat hair loss.
May 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Jamogenin and other molecules may help treat hair loss by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase.
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February 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Polyphenols may help treat skin diseases due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
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February 2020 in “Journal of Natural Products” A new compound from a sponge strongly inhibits an enzyme linked to male-pattern hair loss without being toxic at low levels.
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January 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” Natural products and phytochemicals may help with hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
October 2017 in “The Japanese Biochemical Society/The Molecular Biology Society of Japan” Some natural compounds might help hair grow.
April 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Yellow lupine is valuable for its high protein, fat, and beneficial compounds.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Quercetin and kaempferol may be effective and safe natural treatments for hair loss.
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September 2022 in “Communications biology” Omega-6 fats in certain cells boost male hormone production.
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May 2011 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” PEA boosts allopregnanolone production and reduces oxidative stress in brain cells.
February 2024 in “Trends in Sciences” Store Tectona grandis leaf extracts in slightly acidic, light-protected conditions for best stability.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Quercetin and kaempferol may be effective and safe natural treatments for hair loss.
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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.
May 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Certain plant compounds can promote hair growth by stimulating hair follicles and increasing growth factors.
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January 2014 in “Asian Journal of Chemistry” Two impurities in finasteride were identified and characterized as cyclohexyl and phenyl analogs.
Use mild topical steroids to avoid side effects, especially in children.
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May 2009 in “Steroids” Certain compounds reduced hamster flank organ size by inhibiting 5α-reductase, like finasteride, without affecting androgen receptors.
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February 1998 in “Chemico-Biological Interactions” Scientists identified three genes important for processing certain brain chemicals, thyroid hormones, and medications.
April 2025 in “The Journal of Agriculture and Development” The best way to extract antioxidants from Eclipta prostrata is using a 43:1 solvent ratio at 64°C for 97 minutes.
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June 2025 in “Biomolecules” Stauntonia hexaphylla leaves and fruits, especially leaves, may help prevent osteoporosis by boosting bone growth and reducing bone loss.
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February 1993 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
Finasteride is more stable in sunlight than Diclofenac and Naproxen.
May 2024 in “Scientific African” Three natural compounds from Ghanaian plants may help treat BPH and alopecia.
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January 2019 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” Chaga mushrooms contain compounds that may promote hair growth better than common treatments.
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January 2006 in “Maia-rivista Di Letterature Classiche” Polygonum multiflorum is used for health benefits but may cause liver issues.
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January 1985 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” Low-dose oral contraceptives reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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January 2014 in “The American Journal of Chinese Medicine” The leaves of Platycladus orientalis have potential health benefits but require more research for safety and understanding how they work.
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June 2012 in “PLOS ONE” Cholesterol-related compounds can stop hair growth and cause inflammation in a type of scarring hair loss.
Marine macroalgae contain compounds that can improve skin health and have cosmetic benefits.