54 citations
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May 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Edible seeds from the Cucurbitaceae family like pumpkin and watermelon seeds are nutritious and may have health benefits, but eating too much can cause side effects.
40 citations
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August 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
37 citations
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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” A dietary supplement with Boswellia serrata, Curcuma longa, and Vitis vinifera showed potential improvement in hair health for telogen effluvium patients, but more research is needed.
26 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbal alternatives like saw palmetto and green tea may offer safe, effective treatment for hormonal hair loss.
21 citations
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November 2023 in “Heliyon” Tropical herbs are better for hair care than synthetic additives.
17 citations
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” Cold-pressed plant oils have valuable natural antioxidants and skin care benefits.
13 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Traditional and complementary medicine may help with skin conditions, but more high-quality research is needed.
11 citations
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November 2022 in “JAMA dermatology” Some nutritional supplements may help treat hair loss with generally mild side effects.
10 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
10 citations
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July 2011 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” New antiscarring strategies show promise, including drugs, stem cells, and improved surgical techniques.
9 citations
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May 2018 in “Photochemistry and photobiology” The Hair BB Cream effectively prevents UV damage and improves hair health.
7 citations
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April 2011 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” Fenugreek seed extract and micronutrients may help with hereditary hair loss.
7 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of King Abdulaziz University-Medical Sciences” Watercress oil helps heal skin burns in rabbits.
4 citations
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January 2023 in “Medical Journal of Babylon” Hemp seed oil shows promise in treating localized alopecia areata.
3 citations
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March 2022 in “Haya: the Saudi journal of life sciences” Dates may improve heart health, fight infections, protect kidneys, reduce inflammation, support pregnancy, promote dental and bone health, enhance mental function, and have anti-cancer properties, and are also beneficial for skin and hair care.
3 citations
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October 2020 in “Dermatology Reports” Many women in North West Saudi Arabia use herbal and home remedies for hair care, often learning about them through family and media.
3 citations
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August 2020 in “PubMed” Some natural ingredients like onion juice, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil may help with hair growth and reducing hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Natural products like saw palmetto, caffeine, melatonin, marine extracts, rosemary oil, procyanidin, pumpkin seed oil, and cannabidiol oil could potentially treat male hair loss.
2 citations
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February 2020 in “Annual Research & Review in Biology” Eruca sativa oil, Aloe vera oil, and sodium carbonate may help improve cholesterol and tumor markers in breast cancer treatment.
2 citations
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” No single treatment effectively cures hirsutism, and evidence for herbal remedies is weak.
1 citations
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August 2025 in “Seeds” Cucurbitaceae seeds, like watermelon and pumpkin, can be used in cosmetics for skin and hair benefits.
1 citations
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June 2025 in “Pharmacognosy Research” The F4 polyherbal sunscreen is a promising natural alternative with effective UV protection and antioxidant benefits.
1 citations
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February 2024 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” Fenugreek seed extract boosts testosterone and improves male reproductive health without heart side effects.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “Acta histochemica” Pumpkin seed oil promotes hair growth and improves hair texture without harmful effects.
1 citations
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December 2021 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Herbal hair oil with certain herbs can improve hair growth.
1 citations
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June 2014 in “Vìsnik farmacìï” A medicinal cosmetic product for treating Androgenetic Alopecia was developed using plant-based substances, Saw palmetto and Japanese Sophora, with pumpkin seed oil and stabilizers like Carbopol, sodium alginate, xanthan gum, Tween-20 and cetyl alcohol.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal antidandruff shampoo effectively fights dandruff and improves scalp health.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The herbal shampoo effectively treats dandruff and is a promising natural alternative.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” The herbal hair oil is safe and may promote hair growth.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Formulation F3 was the best herbal hair lotion, being effective and safe for the scalp.