A paste made from ginger and croton seeds effectively treated Alopecia Areata.
Three Indian medicinal plant compounds help hair growth.
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September 2018 in “Nutrients” Essential oils from Curcuma species, like turmeric, have compounds that can fight inflammation, cancer, and bacteria, and can also stimulate hair regrowth in bald males.
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December 2022 in “Exploration of Medicine” Polypodium leucotomos is a promising natural sunscreen that helps protect skin from UV damage.
May 2025 in “Tropical Natural History” Zingiber junceum Gagnep. is now found in Vietnam and contains various bioactive compounds.
June 2023 in “CRC Press eBooks” Acorus calamus has potential health benefits but needs more safety research.
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January 2003 SPELA 707, a mix of eight herbal extracts, may help treat hair loss by activating hair growth and increasing hair density.
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July 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Turbinate reduction during nose surgery improves nasal function.
November 2020 in “World Journal of Integrated traditional and western Medicine(WJIM)” Shengyang Sanhuo Decoction effectively treats hair loss by supporting the spleen and stomach.
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February 2018 in “Journal of basic and clinical physiology and pharmacology/Journal of basic & clinical physiology & pharmacology” *Acorus calamus* has many medicinal benefits but needs more safety research.
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February 2018 in “Jurnal teknologi” Kaempferia galanga extract could be a good ingredient for anti-dandruff hair cream.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” About 21.3% of young, healthy Chinese men experience hair loss. Hairlines are mostly linear or have a central protrusion. Hair is densest on the top and back of the head, and hair follicles usually have 1 or 2 hairs. This information can help in designing hair restoration procedures.
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January 1980 in “Planta Medica” Some natural extracts and one hair tonic can promote hair growth in mice.
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November 2017 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Certain extracts from Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. and germacrone can boost the skin's absorption of minoxidil, a hair growth promoter, making it more effective.
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June 2014 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Germacrone in Curcuma aeruginosa extract degrades at high temperatures but is stable in certain solutions and unaffected by pH levels.
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January 2009 in “International Journal of PharmTech Research” The polyherbal oil with Eclipta alba, Hibiscus rosa sinensis, and Nardostachys jatamansi was found to be highly effective in promoting hair growth, better than minoxidil.
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July 2018 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Phyllanthus urinaria extract may help treat hair loss by blocking a hair-related enzyme.
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August 2013 in “한국응용생명화학회지” Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
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August 2023 in “Italian Journal of Food Science” Pretreatment methods can enhance bioactive content in lactogenic herbs.
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March 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” Licorice has many health benefits but more research is needed to fully understand them.
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September 2016 in “Natural Product Communications” Germacrene analogs, especially 8-Hydroxy germacrene B, are more effective than germacrone at blocking a hormone-related enzyme and could help treat hair loss.
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February 2022 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” The herbal hair gel is effective, eco-friendly, and non-irritating with antifungal properties.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Current Research and Review” Maidenhair fern may help with health issues but should not be used during pregnancy.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Fenugreek seeds help with diabetes and cholesterol, while leaves fight microbes and dandruff.
May 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” The herbal hair oil promotes hair growth, provides nutrients, and prevents dandruff and split ends.
March 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Silver nanoparticles made from Dracaena trifasciata extracts have strong antioxidant properties.
August 2023 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Kadali is a versatile medicinal plant used to treat various health issues.
July 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” Shell ginger contains kavalactones that promote hair growth and have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity effects.
February 2023 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical research and development” Flavonoids in Iraqi marshland plants have potential health benefits like antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
December 2021 in “International journal of minor fruits, medicinal and aromatic plants” The document concludes that in Sri Lanka, 25 common plants are traditionally used as home remedies for various health issues due to their medicinal properties.