19 citations
,
August 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
46 citations
,
August 2019 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Eclipta prostrata has many traditional uses and health benefits, but more research is needed to understand how it works and ensure it's safe.
3 citations
,
May 2018 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology” The lotion with N1-methylspermidine and Sandalore® effectively reduces hair loss and promotes hair growth.
19 citations
,
June 2010 in “Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies” A plant extract was found to effectively block an enzyme related to male hormone-related diseases.
31 citations
,
September 2009 in “Natural Product Research” Citrullus colocynthis fruit extract may effectively treat testosterone-related hair loss, similar to finasteride.
25 citations
,
January 2011 in “Pharmacognosy magazine” Nardostachys jatamansi DC compounds help promote hair growth.
3 citations
,
January 2021 in “FEBS open bio” Camellia japonica extract may improve scalp health and promote hair growth.
June 2017 in “Journal of Traditional and Folk Practices” Tribes in Kerala and Tamil Nadu use Begonia malabarica for various health issues.
2 citations
,
August 2024 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” Broccoli extract hair tonic effectively promotes hair growth and is safe to use.
141 citations
,
February 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Oral prednisolone helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
34 citations
,
April 1982 in “BMJ” 7 citations
,
August 2007 in “Journal of Biotechnology” September 1998 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” PUVA-turban therapy can help some people with severe alopecia areata regrow hair.
January 2018 in “Repositorio de Tesis - UNMSM” Physalis peruviana extract is more effective in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia in rats than finasteride and terazosine.
April 2011 in “Journal of Medicinal Plants Research” Ocimum basilicum L. and red Oryza sativa L. may help with hair loss and prostate issues.
4 citations
,
January 2019 in “International journal of bioorganic chemistry” Using medicinal plants traditionally helps in their preservation in Charmang Village, Pakistan.
January 2010 in “West China Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Pterocarpus indcus Willd extracts taken orally can reduce hair loss in rats.
33 citations
,
May 2013 in “Andrologia” Some herbs show promise as antiandrogenic agents.
29 citations
,
March 2016 in “Dermatologic therapy” Platelet-rich plasma may successfully treat lichen planopillaris, as shown by one patient's symptom regression.
May 2023 in “Scientific Reports” The seed extract of Lepidium sativum L. can potentially treat hair loss, showing effects similar to 5% minoxidil.
3 citations
,
May 2021 in “Genetics and Biodiversity Journal” Citrullus colocynthis fruit extract has strong antioxidant and cancer-fighting potential.
November 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” Twelve plants, especially castor oil and coconut, are beneficial for managing afro-textured hair.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” Anagen grow may effectively treat hair loss by blocking testosterone and reducing enzyme activity.
13 citations
,
October 2007 in “Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society” Mollugin may help treat diseases and boost hair growth and anti-aging.
1 citations
,
April 2025 in “Phycology” Phlorotannins from brown seaweeds may improve skin and hair health in cosmetics.
42 citations
,
February 1998 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” PNU 157706 is a more effective treatment than finasteride for conditions caused by DHT, like enlarged prostate and hair loss.
5 citations
,
December 2015 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Using a certain drug on the skin can help prevent hair loss caused by pulling on the hair.
January 2024 in “AIP conference proceedings” 10 citations
,
June 1956 in “OSTI OAI (U.S. Department of Energy Office of Scientific and Technical Information)” Air pollution has caused over $3 million in crop damage annually in Los Angeles since 1953.
8 citations
,
January 2014 in “BioMed Research International” Eclipta alba extract was found to be effective in promoting hair growth in hairless mice.