September 2025 in “Australian Journal of Herbal and Naturopathic Medicine” This review reported that Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) significantly improved symptoms like vasomotor disturbances, psychological well-being, and sleep quality in perimenopausal women and was well tolerated, with largely mild side effects in examined trials.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine” In this study, a topical Ashwagandha serum significantly improved hair growth, density, thickness, and quality of life in adults with mild to moderate hair loss compared to a placebo, demonstrating potential as an effective and safer alternative treatment for alopecia.
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September 2012 in “BMJ case reports” This case study reports that a woman with non-classical adrenal hyperplasia who self-treated with Ashwagandha for six months experienced biochemical improvements and reduced scalp hair loss.
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January 2017 in “Case reports in endocrinology” This report describes an elderly woman whose nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency, presenting as acne and male pattern alopecia, may have been ameliorated by Ashwagandha root in a dose-related manner.
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July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that Ashwagandha-derived nanovesicles increased cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and growth factor expression in vitro, suggesting they may have potential as a plant-based alternative or complement to current therapies for hair and skin conditions.
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June 2022 in “INDIAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH” This review compiles existing knowledge on ashwagandha's potential to stimulate hair growth but reports no new experimental findings, emphasizing its medicinal properties and usage in Ayurvedic medicine.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this research, lipidomic, proteomic, and metabolomic analyses of exosomes from seven Ashwagandha seed batches revealed that Ashwagandha-derived exosome-like nanovesicles can up-regulate VEGF-A production and promote hair growth in human models tested outside the body.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis of seven Ashwagandha seed exosome lots and found that treatment with these exosome-like nanovesicles can up-regulate VEGF-A production and promote human hair growth in an ex vivo model.
This study found that Ashwagandha root extract significantly improved skin and hair quality in healthy adults with hair loss or skin conditions over 75 days compared to placebo.
This study reported that an Ayurveda-based regimen of Guduchi, Ashwagandha, and Curcumin may safely improve quality of life, including physical and emotional functioning, in breast cancer patients receiving conventional therapy, with no serious adverse events over an 8-week period.
July 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This review examined the dermatological potential of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) and found preliminary evidence of its beneficial effects on various non-malignant skin conditions, such as pigmentary disorders, inflammatory skin issues, wound healing, and scalp health, though further research is needed to confirm these findings.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Ashwagandha nanoparticles help hair grow by increasing a growth factor.
September 2023 in “Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism” This study found that the ashwagandha extracts ASH-Ext1 and ASH-Ext2 show different pharmacological activities in cell models due to their distinct withanolide proportions, highlighting the need for standardized extraction protocols to ensure consistent therapeutic efficacy.
Ashwagandha-derived nanoparticles can promote human hair growth.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study examined Ashwagandha-derived exosome-like nanoparticles and found that they increased hair growth markers and hair shaft production in human hair follicles ex vivo, suggesting potential for plant-derived exosome therapies in hair loss treatments.
January 2022 in “Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities” This study suggests that an Ayurveda-based regimen including Guduchi, Ashwagandha, and Curcumin may enhance quality of life and is safe for breast cancer patients receiving conventional therapy.
July 2026 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that Ashwagandha-derived exosome-like nanovesicles promoted hair growth in several preclinical models and may offer a novel non-drug strategy to reduce hair shedding.
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February 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study reports that Asparagus racemosus and Withania somnifera extracts significantly reduced paclitaxel-induced myelosuppression and morbidity in mice, suggesting their potential as therapeutic adjuvants in cancer management.
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May 2021 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Nutraceuticals like Ashwagandha and Astaxanthin may help with hair loss, but supplement regulation is challenging.
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October 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutical chemistry and analysis” This research developed a herbal shampoo powder using traditional plant ingredients and found it met ideal physicochemical standards, but further studies are needed to enhance its quality, performance, and safety.
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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.
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February 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” This analysis explores the potential benefits of various nutraceuticals, such as Ashwagandha, Cinnamon, and Fenugreek, in managing Polycystic Ovarian Disease, suggesting these may improve menstrual regularity, insulin sensitivity, and other symptoms when used alongside conventional treatments.
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October 2024 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” This case study suggests that the use of the dietary supplement Nutrafol may have led to drug-induced liver injury in a 26-year-old woman, as evidenced by increased liver enzymes and bilirubin levels which improved after stopping the supplement.
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January 2023 This article reviews the potential benefits of functional foods and natural products for skin and hair health but presents no new clinical findings.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine” This study described a case where a 23-year-old male with excessive hair fall experienced significant improvement in dandruff, itching, and hair growth after Ayurvedic treatment involving Abhyanga with Dhurdhurpatradi Taila, bloodletting, and specific herbal medicines.
July 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study explores the potential of adaptogenic herbal extracts like ashwagandha, rhodiola, and schisandra in treating stress-induced dermatoses, noting their effects on modulating the HPA axis, reducing inflammation, and improving skin barrier function.
May 2026 in “The Bioscan.” This review explores the potential benefits of using medicinal plants as an alternative or supplementary therapy for improving reproductive and metabolic health in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, but reports no new results.
October 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This review study found strong scientific support for traditional Indian hair care practices, demonstrating that herbs like Amla, Bhringraj, and Ashwagandha have beneficial effects on hair growth and scalp health, backed by technological advancements that enhance their therapeutic potential.
This review discusses the potential benefits of Ayurvedic remedies—Withania somnifera, Emblica officinalis, Eclipta alba, and Glycyrrhiza glabra—in treating alopecia, highlighting their mechanisms such as inhibiting 5α-reductase, enhancing blood flow, and modulating hair growth pathways, while noting their advantages like fewer side effects and cost-effectiveness.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” This study observed that herbal feed supplementation in Frieswal breeding bulls improved semen volume and motility, while significantly lowering dihydrotestosterone levels, suggesting a potential mechanism for enhancing semen quality.