March 2026 in “Journal of Hunan University Natural Sciences” This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of Albizia saponaria stem bark against microorganisms causing dandruff and fungal alopecia. It found that the hexane fraction exhibited potent antifungal effects comparable to ketoconazole, highlighting its potential as a natural therapeutic for dandruff.
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April 2017 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” This study found that the combination of Pandan Wangi leaves and Noni fruit extracts may inhibit fungi commonly associated with dandruff, suggesting potential use in anti-dandruff shampoo formulations.
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October 2018 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology” This study observed that dandruff in Indian women is associated with a distinct scalp microbiome, including specific bacterial and unknown Malassezia species, with implications for nutrient homeostasis and cell-host adhesion pathways.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal antidandruff shampoo using medicinal plant extracts and found it exhibited significant antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, including activity against bacteria and fungi linked to scalp infections, suggesting it as a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
April 2024 in “Scientific reports (Nature Publishing Group)” In this study, a combined rosemary and neem extract outperformed ketoconazole and minoxidil in treating dandruff, scalp disorders, and promoting hair growth, demonstrating potent antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties in lab settings.