46 citations
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September 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” This study reported that nanostructured lipid carriers with melatonin improved hair density and decreased hair loss in patients with androgenic alopecia, suggesting a promising direction for future treatments.
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September 2024 in “Cosmetics” This study assessed the antioxidant properties and contents of carotenoids and chlorophylls in 10 plant oils, finding fenugreek seed oil to be highest in carotenoids and pomegranate oil most active against free radicals, highlighting their potential as natural materials with antioxidant benefits.
September 2023 in “Cumhuriyet science journal” This study investigated the antioxidant capacities of essential oils from myrtle and orange commonly used in the Adana region and found that myrtle essential oil exhibited a higher antioxidant activity than orange essential oil when tested with the DPPH assay.
August 2025 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study scientifically evaluated a polyherbal hair oil made with amla, hibiscus, curry leaves, and coconut oil, finding it to have promising antioxidant and antimicrobial activity that may provide benefits like anti-hair loss and anti-dandruff effects.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias” This study found that essential oils from Hedychium spicatum showed anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, antipyretic, and antioxidant activities, with site-specific variations in their effectiveness.
May 2022 in “Pharmacognosy journal” This review examined moringa seed oil's potential to combat alopecia, reporting that its phytosterol and fatty acid compounds may block dihydrotestosterone formation and support healthy hair growth.
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January 2022 in “Traditional and Integrative Medicine” This study observed that Citrus limon essential oil demonstrated significant anticancer activity against an MCF-7 breast cancer cell line, suggesting its potential as a complementary cancer treatment.
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November 2024 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, different drying methods for Hedychium spicatum rhizomes significantly affected the essential oil yield, antioxidant potential, and compound composition, with the HSOV30 method yielding the highest oil content, antioxidant activity, and specific compound levels such as 1,8-cineole and elemol.
In this study, six types of cold-pressed oils commonly found in the Polish market were analyzed for their health-promoting compounds and antioxidant activity, revealing them as valuable sources of bioactive compounds like polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, sterols, and polyphenols, without exceeding recommended deterioration parameters.
October 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential use of herbal hair oils with antioxidant properties to promote hair growth and suggests dietary strategies to combat hair loss; it reports no new clinical findings.
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December 2021 in “Cosmetics” This literature review discusses recent advances in using essential oils and their components in cosmetic products, highlighting their diverse benefits and challenges in formulation due to varying chemical profiles, as well as addressing safety considerations for these natural ingredients.
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May 2021 in “Polymers” This review surveys the chemical composition and various uses of jojoba oil in medicine and industry but presents no new clinical results.
15 citations
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October 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This commentary discusses the potential of natural volatiles in medical aromatherapy, highlighting their ability to synergize with other drugs and modulate biological processes, but reports no new results.
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June 2023 in “Journal of Patchouli and Essential Oil Products” This literature review suggests that patchouli essential oil may help reduce eczema symptoms in infants and young children due to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, though it highlights the need for further standardized studies to confirm optimal use and safety.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a nanoemulsion containing lavender, peppermint, and rosemary essential oils was developed and shown to promote hair growth in mice at a rate comparable to 2% topical minoxidil, suggesting a promising natural alternative due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
August 2025 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Research” This study found that the polyherbal gel formulations F4 and F6 demonstrated superior in vitro performance in hair care, showing promise as cosmeceutical candidates, although further in vivo and clinical studies are necessary to confirm their efficacy and safety.
December 2024 in “Varna Medical Forum” This article reviews scientific literature on the properties of essential oils and herbs in cosmetic medicine, highlighting their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits in skin and hair care and their potential as natural alternatives to synthetic cosmeceutical ingredients for promoting dermatological health.
January 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This review reports that while essential oils are popular for hair health benefits like growth stimulation and hair quality improvement, scientific evidence supporting these claims remains limited and inconclusive.
In this study, a nanoemulsion containing Lavender, Peppermint, and Rosemary oils significantly promoted hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, showing effects comparable to 2% minoxidil, following formula optimization and ex vivo skin permeation testing.
February 2026 in “Cureus” This review highlights that castor oil has potential dermatological uses, including enhancing hair luster, reducing hyperpigmentation, and improving skin hydration and elasticity, although rare side effects like contact dermatitis occur, necessitating further research to confirm its effectiveness in these applications.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Science and Research Archive” This study found that a herbal hair oil prepared using raw herbs in coconut oil may effectively address dandruff and hair fall, attributed to its components like saponins and antioxidants that enhance hair health.
May 2024 in “Journal of medicinal food” This review highlights jojoba oil's unique composition and its growing therapeutic applications, noting its antioxidant, anti-acne, antidiabetic, and antibacterial properties, as well as its use in various pharmaceutical formulations.
February 2024 in “Journal of applied pharmaceutical research” This study formulated herbal hair oils using extracts such as Coconut and Amla, observing significant improvements in hair growth promotion, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties in animal models, suggesting potential natural remedies for hair care with further research needed for human application.
This source explores the diverse benefits of basil oil, highlighting its use in aromatherapy for stress relief, as a remedy for skin and respiratory issues, and in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Pharma Professional’s Research (IJPPR)” This study reviewed the benefits of a poly herbal hair oil, highlighting its effectiveness in treating common hair problems like dandruff, hair fall, and dryness, while providing essential nutrients through ingredients like Coconut oil, Aloe vera, and Fenugreek seeds.
This review highlights Neelibhringadi Hair Oil as a traditional Ayurvedic option for managing hair issues like dandruff and thinning, supported by its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but emphasizes the need for modern clinical trials to confirm its effectiveness.
May 2025 in “Preprints.org” This review discusses the dermatological potential of olive mill wastewater as a sustainable source of high-value cosmeceutical ingredients but reports no new clinical results.
December 2024 in “Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Technology” This study assessed a polyherbal hair oil's potential in treating common hair issues like dandruff, alopecia, and hair loss, evaluating its organoleptic properties, acidity, saponification, and viscosity, using ingredients like Amla, almonds, and neem for their critical nutrients.
July 2024 in “Quality in Sport” This review highlights rosemary oil's potential therapeutic and cosmetic uses due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and anticancer properties, though further research is necessary to fully understand its mechanisms and develop safe, effective applications.
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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.