Heated radish extract may help lighten skin and reduce aging signs.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mackerel fermented fish oil protects skin cells from damage by UVB light.
August 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” A new method improves betulin delivery and shows promise in cancer treatment.
Black sesame oil promotes hair growth and may prevent hair loss.
December 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The ethyl acetate fraction of Ophioglossum vulgatum Linn. may promote hair growth and could be a new herbal treatment for hair loss.
Whale oil may safely and effectively promote hair growth.
June 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal hair oil promotes excellent hair growth and is a safer alternative to synthetic oils.
September 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Argan oil is beneficial for hair and skin and can be applied directly.
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March 1993 in “Biochemical Pharmacology” Rat skin can convert minoxidil into its active form, aiding hair growth.
January 2013 in “대한미용학회지” Chamaecyparis obtusa oil promotes hair growth in mice.
Bee pollen, green tea, essential oils, and various plant extracts improve skin and hair health.
May 2023 in “Jurnal farmasi sains dan praktis” The hair tonic with cinnamon oil and coconut oil was stable and caused very mild irritation.
May 2025 in “Experimental Dermatology” Triphenylphosphine oxide can increase oil production and reduce inflammation in skin cells without affecting TRPM5.
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April 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The conclusion is that analyzing RNA from skin oils is a promising way to understand skin diseases.
September 2025 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” Demodex mites may contribute to acne and rosacea by disrupting skin balance.
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February 2018 in “Madridge journal of dermatology & research” The plant extract remedy Satura® Rosta promotes hair growth and regrowth without negative effects.
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August 2019 in “PubMed” A specific enzyme that activates the hair growth medication minoxidil when applied to the skin was identified.
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February 1993 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Clove, olive, and turpentine oils stop fungi from penetrating hair.
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Scientists made a chemical (compound 4e) that can be applied on skin to reduce oil production, which can help with acne, but it might cause skin sensitivity to light.
September 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Argan oil is good for hair and skin and can be applied directly.
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January 1981 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Oral retinoids are effective for treating severe skin disorders but have reversible side effects and risks for pregnant women.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants” Flaxseed ingestion and oil application help rabbit hair grow.
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September 2022 in “KnE medicine” Candlenut oil hair tonic helps mice grow hair, with higher oil concentration giving better results.
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March 2017 in “African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines” The study evaluated the effects of crude linseed oil on burn wound healing in 8 New Zealand rabbits. Linseed oil, rich in flavonoids and terpenoids, significantly improved wound contraction and reduced healing time to 26±5.89 days compared to other treatments like Vaseline gel and Cicatryl-Bio ointment. The oil-treated wounds showed less inflammation, complete epithelial regeneration, enhanced neovascularization, and increased collagen fibers without adverse effects. The study concluded that linseed oil was effective and safe for burn wound therapy, suggesting its potential as a treatment for skin wounds or ulcers, and recommended further research to isolate active components for product formulation.
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” An extract from Quercus acutissima bark was found to reduce sebum production and block an enzyme linked to acne.
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August 2008 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Cuscuta reflexa extract may help treat hair loss caused by hormones.
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November 1981 in “PubMed” No clear conclusion available.
June 2025 in “International Journal of Environmental Sciences” The herbal shampoo with Sapindus emarginatus and Curcuma longa was most liked and effective against bacteria.
Herbal oils like coconut, sunflower, and almond are popular in cosmetics for their skin and hair benefits with minimal side effects.
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January 2009 in “Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research” Herbal hair oil with 7.5% amla, hibiscus, brahmi, and methi promotes hair growth as effectively as minoxidil.