12 citations
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June 2020 in “The anatomical record” miR-203a-3p helps hair follicle stem cells become specialized by targeting Smad1.
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.
May 2018 in “Más dermatología” The higher dose supplement was more effective in treating female hair loss.
September 2020 in “International journal of current pharmaceutical research” Tea tree oil cream effectively reduces hair growth.
18 citations
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October 2013 in “EFSA Journal” Coriander seed oil is safe for healthy adults at up to 600 mg per day.
36 citations
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March 2014 in “Molecular and Cellular Biology” Cidea is essential for proper lipid storage and secretion in sebaceous glands, affecting skin and hair health.
3 citations
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February 2023 in “ACS omega” Grape seed oil improved hair quality the most, followed by rosehip and safflower seed oils, and reduced damage from shampoo.
36 citations
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October 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Dihydrotestosterone can be made from dehydroepiandrosterone in skin cells without needing testosterone.
February 2026 in “Revista Eletrônica Polidisciplinar Voos.” A balanced approach using dutasteride and Serenoa repens can improve hair transplant success by protecting follicles and minimizing side effects.
22 citations
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May 2003 in “Planta Medica” Torilin from Torilis japonica can inhibit testosterone 5α-reductase but is less effective than finasteride.
July 2017 in “Journal of Young Pharmacists” Nothopanax scutellarium leaves can promote hair growth but may mildly irritate the skin.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias” Essential oils from Hedychium spicatum have potential for developing natural drugs with pain-blocking, fever-reducing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
22 citations
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December 2020 in “mSphere” A fungal enzyme was used to make compounds more soluble, aiding drug discovery and crop protection.
August 2025 in “Vestnik dermatologii i venerologii” "Selenzin" and dietary changes significantly improved hair density and reduced hair loss.
12 citations
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January 1998 in “Endocrine journal” Saw palmetto extract can block the enzyme that converts testosterone in pig prostate cells.
1 citations
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January 2004 in “Journal of Physiology & Pathology in Korean Medicine” Thuja orientalis extract significantly promotes hair growth in mice with hair loss.
January 2008 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Finasteride may cause sexual and psychological side effects by affecting an enzyme related to epinephrine.
4 citations
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January 2007 in “Iraqi postgraduate Medical Journal” 4 citations
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July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
October 2023 in “Plant Archives/Plant archives” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is effective and safe for use in herbal soaps and hair oils, promoting skin and hair health.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The 3D-SeboSkin model effectively simulates Hidradenitis suppurativa and is useful for future research.
November 2016 in “Universiti Putra Malaysia Institutional Repository (Universiti Putra Malaysia)” Dendrobium sabin flower extract may help reduce skin aging from UV exposure.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus Makino may help treat inflammation due to its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.
October 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Chewing betel nut may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, and saw palmetto can improve urinary symptoms in BPH with fewer side effects but may cause bleeding and allergic reactions.
January 2014 in “Shijie zhongxiyi jiehe zazhi” Bushen shengfa formula with finasteride is more effective for treating alopecia seborrhoeica than the alternative treatment.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” The hair growth serum was tested for safety and if it works in people with hair loss and for healthier hair.
26 citations
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April 1996 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Avicennia Marina extract and avicequinone C can reduce hair loss hormone production and increase hair growth factors, suggesting they could be used to treat androgenic alopecia.
August 2022 in “Indonesian Journal of Medical Chemistry and Bioinformatics” Certain herbal compounds might help prevent hair loss in menopausal women by activating Vitamin D receptors.
3 citations
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January 2014 Green tea extract hair tonic is stable at room temperature, promotes hair growth better than minoxidil, and is safe for use.