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January 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Maidenhair fern extract reduced anxiety and depression in rats and may work due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
9 citations
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February 2011 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” Tridax procumbens plant parts boost immune response in mice.
July 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Chitosan slows root hair growth and causes a buildup of callose at low concentrations, but at high concentrations, it only inhibits growth without callose buildup.
Lithium can cause sexual issues, hair loss, and skin problems, with some treatments available but needing more research.
25 citations
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February 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Blocking SCD1 in the skin with XEN103 shrinks sebaceous glands in mice.
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January 2009 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The cream effectively reduces excessive hair growth and related skin issues without side effects.
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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.
October 2022 in “Authorea (Authorea)” The pointed gourd plant has many medicinal uses, including anti-diabetic and antioxidant properties, but some uses lack scientific proof.
January 2026 in “National Journal of Maxillofacial Surgery” Using hibiscus oil with Gua-sha improves eyebrow hair growth more than hibiscus oil alone.
May 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” The study established quality standards for Sphagneticola calendulacea stem and suggested it may have therapeutic benefits.
58 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Citrullus colocynthis has pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and hair growth benefits, but can cause side effects like colic and diarrhea.
Xiaochuang Drink effectively treats rabbit ear acne and is safe at clinical doses.
January 1992 in “Journal of Oriental Neuropsychiatry” People with schizophrenia have lower zinc, copper, and chromium in their hair.
3 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Experimental Pharmacology” Kigelia africana fruit extract can prevent and reverse prostate enlargement in rats.
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November 2019 in “Cosmetics” Shampoo with Inula Helenium and Caesalpinia Sappan Bark extracts promotes hair growth and prevents hair loss in androgenetic alopecia patients.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis has many health benefits, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis can naturally help heal skin inflammation.
21 citations
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October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Quercitrin may help treat Alzheimer's by boosting brain cell signaling without causing tumors.
March 2026 in “Physical Education Health and Social Sciences” Combining cinnamon and inositol improves hormone and metabolism issues in women with PCOS.
May 2025 in “Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences” Stellera chamaejasme L. extract promotes hair growth by activating hair growth genes.
January 2004 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” Yishen Decoction effectively reduces blood viscosity and improves hair loss in patients.
37 citations
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September 2003 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” A substance called Compound 2g can strongly block STS (a hormone-related enzyme) without affecting estrogen levels, making it potentially good for treating breast cancer.
December 2025 in “Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology” September 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Liquorice extract may help treat acne by reducing sebum production.
9 citations
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April 2021 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” Guilu Erxian Glue may help reduce chemotherapy side effects like weight loss and heart stress.
April 2014 in “동의생리병리학회지” Samhwang-Sasimtang extract promotes hair growth and has strong antioxidant properties.
27 citations
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June 2015 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” Safflower has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and shows promise in treating heart, brain, and inflammatory conditions, but more research is needed to ensure its safety.
11 citations
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April 2018 in “Nutrition Research” Chromium supplements don't help with weight loss or improve hormone and metabolism issues in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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October 2021 in “Bioactive compounds in health and disease” Hibiscus anthocyanins help protect the liver and improve antioxidants in diabetic rats.
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January 1980 in “Planta Medica” Some natural extracts and one hair tonic can promote hair growth in mice.