August 2023 in “Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences/Malaysian journal of medicine and health sciences” Pueraria mirifica extract may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Reishi mushroom extract may help treat hair loss.
February 2026 in “The Animal Biology” Hirudo verbana extract improves hair growth and wound healing in rats.
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January 1998 in “Endocrine journal” Saw palmetto extract can block the enzyme that converts testosterone in pig prostate cells.
January 1994 in “JAPANESE JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS” Testosterone and fleece-flower root affect mouse hair growth.
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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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February 1975 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”
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January 2010 in “Medicinal Plants - International Journal of Phytomedicines and Related Industries” Tridax procumbens has medicinal properties.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Ayurveda Research” Tectona grandis Linn. seeds extract improved hair growth in mice better than minoxidil.
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January 2012 in “IOSR Journal of Environmental Science Toxicology and Food Technology” High doses of Tridax procumbens extract can be toxic, affecting liver and kidneys.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” Green tea leaf extract at 7.5% concentration effectively promotes hair growth, similar to minoxidil.
January 2018 in “Figshare” Curcuma aeruginosa extract lotion effectively reduces underarm hair growth.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review” Glyphaea brevis and Monodora myristica can protect against finasteride's harmful effects on blood and oxidative stress in male rats.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” LX-38 is a safer drug option for treating prostate issues and hair loss without hormonal side effects.
October 2022 in “Asian journal of healthy and science” Mother-in-law's tongue leaf extract at 20% concentration significantly promotes hair growth in male rabbits.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Botanical extract improved well-being and skin health in a test group compared to a placebo.
April 2026 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” 12 citations
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January 2018 in “Pharmacology & pharmacy” Pumpkin seed products may help improve prostate and bladder health by blocking certain enzymes and hormone receptors.
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August 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” Merremia peltata leaf extract, particularly the bufotalinin compound, shows potential for treating hair loss.
November 2025 in “Quantum Wellness : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan” Pacing tawar leaves may help treat itching, insect bites, and promote hair growth.
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June 2013 in “Herba Polonica” The extract from Elephantopus scaber Linn. might help with hair growth in rats.
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Puerariae Lobatae Radix can reduce sebaceous gland size and secretion, potentially treating related skin conditions.
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February 2013 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research” Licorice root extract may promote hair growth in female rats.
October 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” Hibiscus leaf extract is better for diabetes, and Eclipta alba bark extract is better for antioxidants.
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January 2013 in “Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin/Chemical and pharmaceutical bulletin” A new compound shows promise as a topical treatment for hair loss.
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January 2016 in “Journal of analytical & bioanalytical techniques” The herbal hair gel could be a safe hair growth treatment with minimal side effects.
August 2009 in “PHARMACY: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia (Pharmaceutical Journal of Indonesia)” Noni fruit extract speeds up hair growth in rabbits.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Ageratum conyzoides L. extract may effectively and safely treat hair loss.
January 2023 in “Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities” Carthamus oxyacantha may help treat BPH by inhibiting 5α-reductase.
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