49 citations
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December 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This study formulated an herbal shampoo using various plant extracts and found it demonstrated appealing qualities, good foam stability, cleansing, and conditioning performance, though further improvements in quality and safety are needed.
41 citations
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July 2015 in “Current Drug Discovery Technologies” This review discusses various plants and herbal formulations traditionally used for hair growth and notes their potential as safer alternatives to synthetic hair loss treatments, but reports no new clinical results.
28 citations
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March 2007 in “E-Journal of Chemistry” This study found that a herbal hair oil containing 7.5% concentrations of specific plant extracts showed effective hair growth activity comparable to 2% minoxidil, with particularly promising results from oils prepared using the cloth pouch decoction method.
21 citations
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November 2023 in “Heliyon” This review explored the use of six tropical plants, such as Acacia concinna and Garcinia mangostana, as natural active ingredients in shampoos, highlighting their beneficial physicochemical properties and biological activities for hair care and scalp maintenance.
17 citations
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January 2015 in “Pharmacognosy Research” In this study, the herbal hair colorant formulation HD-3, with a mix of specific herbs, was most effective at coloring hair and highly accepted by volunteers.
15 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research” This study found that a herbal hair oil formulation with 7.5% concentration of each active ingredient, prepared using the boiling method, showed excellent hair growth activity comparable to 2% minoxidil.
14 citations
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September 2020 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This study found that a hair serum containing amla extract, freeze-dried coconut water, and selenium significantly improved hair growth rate, density, and reduced hair fall among healthy volunteers over 90 days.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical research” In this study, the authors reviewed the importance of a polyherbal hair oil containing ingredients like Amla and Neem, evaluated for properties like pH and viscosity, but effectiveness for treating hair issues such as dandruff and baldness is not reported.
6 citations
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October 2017 This review summarizes the antioxidant and anticarcinogenic properties of Indian Gooseberry, its phytochemical composition, and its use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, but reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences” In this study, researchers formulated a hair tonic using various herbal extracts and reported effective antifungal and antibacterial properties, along with good consistency, spreadability, homogeneity, appearance, and pH balance.
5 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and traditional herbs, finding it safe and effective for reducing hair fall, with notable properties like good foam ability, cleansing action, and soothing qualities.
5 citations
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September 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that a hair serum containing amla extract, freeze-dried coconut water, selenium, sandalwood odorant, and peanut shell extract significantly improved hair growth, density, and reduced hair fall after 90 days in healthy volunteers.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” In this study, researchers formulated a shampoo using herbal extracts like Azadirachta indica and Zingiber officinale as a safer alternative to chemical-based shampoos, aiming to minimize side effects often associated with antifungal agents.
4 citations
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March 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The study formulated a hair application Ayurvedic herbal oil using various plant materials, including Neem and Amla, and reported that all evaluated parameters, such as specific gravity and irritation tests, were acceptable and within standard limits.
4 citations
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January 2017 in “Innovare Academic Sciences - Innovare Journal of Business Management” This study found that several herbal extracts, like those from Tridax procumbens and Ginko biloba, have demonstrated hair growth-promoting effects in both animal models and in vitro experiments.
4 citations
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October 2016 This source describes the potential of various herbal treatments, such as aloe vera and amla, as natural alternatives for managing hair loss and enhancing hair health, noting their benefits include fewer side effects, affordability, and multiple application methods.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this study, lemon grass hair oil was formulated using various herbs and evaluated on parameters such as viscosity, saponification value, and pH to explore its potential for general hair application.
3 citations
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February 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This study suggests that a herbal oil formulation combining various plant and oil ingredients may effectively promote healthy hair growth and address concerns like baldness, dryness, and dandruff, supported by favorable evaluations of its physical and chemical properties.
3 citations
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July 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutical chemistry and analysis” This review examines the role of medicinal plants in treating hair problems like baldness and dandruff, but it reports no new clinical results and emphasizes nutritional benefits from various herbal ingredients.
3 citations
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June 2010 in “Pharmacognosy journal” This study found that a formulated polyherbal antidandruff hair oil containing eucalyptus and ocimum volatile oils, along with hibiscus and phyllanthus extracts, showed both antifungal and hair growth activities in open pilot clinical trials.
2 citations
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August 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” In this study, researchers developed a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo that demonstrated strong antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur and reported its conditioning performance to be comparable to market-available shampoos, though further research is needed to improve its quality and safety.
2 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” This study reports the formulation and evaluation of an herbal shampoo, "Herbello", aimed at improving antidandruff activity using various natural ingredients.
1 citations
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November 2025 in “American Journal of Medical Science and Technology” In this study, researchers formulated a herbal shampoo using ingredients like Reetha, Shikakai, Aloe Vera, and Amla, and found it demonstrated favorable characteristics such as good foam stability, detergency, and cleansing properties, with ideal physico-chemical evaluation results for stability, safety, and efficacy.
1 citations
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February 2025 This review highlights the potential health benefits of herbal-based hair oils, which incorporate ingredients like coconut oil, amla, and hibiscus, for strengthening hair, nourishing follicles, and promoting scalp health through their antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies” This study examines the creation of an herbal smoothing shampoo that uses Ayurvedic ingredients like Reetha, Amla, and Henna, claiming these ingredients work together to rejuvenate dull hair, making it smooth, shiny, and strong.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences” This study evaluated a polyherbal shampoo containing natural ingredients and found it demonstrated good froth stability, cleansing ability, and conditioning activity, but called for further validation of its overall quality.
1 citations
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August 2021 in “International journal of scientific research in science and technology” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil, containing natural ingredients like Hibiscus and Aloe Vera in a coconut oil base, for its phytochemical properties, antimicrobial activity, and potential to reduce dandruff and hair loss while promoting hair growth.
This study reported excellent results for hair growth with a newly formulated polyherbal hair oil using traditional herbs like Shikhakai powder and Neem leaves.
1 citations
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April 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study found that a formulated herbal hair oil using ingredients like Amla, Almond, and Neem showed promising results in promoting hair growth, protecting against dandruff, and providing shine, outperforming a marketed hair oil in evaluations.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review concludes that herbal nanoemulgel-based hair dyes, incorporating natural ingredients, enhance dye penetration and retention while providing additional hair and scalp health benefits compared to conventional dyes, though further studies are needed to confirm long-term safety and efficacy.