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GlossaryHenna (Mehndi)

natural dye from Lawsonia inermis used for body art

Henna, also known as Lawsonia inermis, is a natural dye derived from the leaves of the henna plant. It has been traditionally used for centuries to create temporary body art, known as Mehndi, and to dye hair, skin, and nails. The active compound, lawsone, binds with keratin in the skin and hair, resulting in a reddish-brown stain that can last from a few days to several weeks, depending on the application and care.

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research A Survey on Marketed Products Having Significant Role in Hair Loss Treatment: Bhilai-Durg City 2011-12

December 2012

Sesa oil, Keshking oil, and Parachute oils were the most available hair loss treatments in Bhilai-Durg city during 2011-12.

research A Review on Colorful Mehendi: The Risk of Paraphenylenediamine

1 citations, June 2019 in “Journal of Biological and Scientific Opinion”

PPD in mehendi can cause serious health problems and needs regulation.

research Finasteride and Male Fertility

1 citations, May 2011 in “Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences”

Finasteride may decrease semen quality but not harm sperm production, and stopping the drug can improve semen quality; hyperprolactinemia can cause infertility but is treatable with medication.

research Clinicoepidemiological Observational Study of Acquired Alopecias in Females Correlating with Anemia and Thyroid Function

19 citations, January 2016 in “Dermatology Research and Practice”

The study concluded that hair loss in Indian women is not significantly linked to anemia or thyroid problems, but checking thyroid function could help those with ongoing hair loss.

research Nonscarring Diffuse Hair Loss in Women: A Clinico-Etiological Study from a Tertiary Care Center in North-West India

17 citations, May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Most women in the study lost hair due to chronic shedding, with stress and nutrient deficiencies being common factors.

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