June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” In this study, a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and various traditional herbs was found to exhibit good foaming ability, cleansing properties, and was effective in treating hair loss.
January 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study formulated a poly-herbal shampoo using ingredients like hibiscus, neem, and alo-vera and evaluated its cosmetic properties, reporting positive organoleptic and physico-chemical characteristics, with the potential for safe use as a hair cleansing and conditioning product.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics and Drug Analysis” This study formulated an herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using jackfruit seed extract and evaluated its effectiveness against Malassezia furfur, finding that the fourth formulation exhibited both strong antifungal activity and stability, suggesting a natural alternative to synthetic hair care products.
February 2023 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” This study observed that using an aroma shampoo containing essential oils for 4 weeks improved hair density and number in the occipital area, unlike a general shampoo used by the control group, which led to decreased hair number and thickness in the parietal area.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study aims to create and evaluate a novel trio pack of polyherbal hair care products, that includes a shampoo, conditioner, and serum, leveraging diverse botanical extracts known for promoting hair growth and scalp health, while reducing side effects typical of chemical-based cosmetics.
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July 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a shampoo with a selective TAAR agonist reduced hair shedding during brushing by 31% in women and contracted the arrector pili muscle.
April 2005 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” This article reviews advancements in hair cosmetics, including "cosmeceuticals" and new dermocosmetic strategies, and reports no new clinical results.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study aims to formulate and evaluate a new trio pack consisting of shampoo, conditioner, and serum with botanical extracts, targeting hair and scalp maintenance and growth, as such a comprehensive formulation is currently not available in the market.
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January 2014 in “International journal of trichology” This review examines the pH levels of various shampoos and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the potential importance of labeling pH values on shampoo packaging for hair and scalp health.
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October 2018 in “International Journal of Green Pharmacy” This study suggested that an herbal shampoo containing Piper betle and Psidium guajava leaves extract may promote hair growth due to its antioxidant properties and showed stability for two months.
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January 2017 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” This study surveyed hair care practices among men and women in India, finding that most wash their hair weekly and use shampoos, but highlight the need for education on proper cleansing methods.
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April 2022 in “Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences” This double-blind randomized placebo-controlled study found that a shampoo containing salicylic acid, panthenol, and niacinamide significantly increased hair count and improved hair loss symptoms in alopecia patients over 24 weeks, compared to a placebo, with no abnormal symptoms reported.
January 2018 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” In this study, 24 weeks of using Scalpoo® shampoo, containing ingredients like biotin and herbal compounds, significantly reduced hair shedding by 43.6% and increased hair thickness and count in patients with male and female pattern hair loss, as assessed by imaging and expert evaluations.
October 2023 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This study found that after using Mintop Shampoo for 10 wash cycles, significant improvements in hair detangling, combability, static reduction, shine, softness, smoothness, bounce, tensile strength, and percentage elongation were observed compared to the initial damaged state.
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July 1964 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that neither a single application nor prolonged exposure to selenium sulfide had a significant effect on hair growth or rest phase percentages.
October 2024 in “Current Trends in Biotechnology and Pharmacy” In this study, researchers developed a halal shampoo containing Centella asiatica and Phyllanthus emblica extracts, finding that a formula with specific concentrations exhibited high antioxidant activity and ideal physicochemical properties for hair cleansing and potential hair growth promotion.
September 2025 in “Journal of Surfactants and Detergents” In this study, shampoos containing sodium lauroyl methylaminopropionate showed superior coacervate formation and lubrication on wet hair, outperforming other amino acid surfactants and suggesting potential for creating low-irritation, high-performance hair products.
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” This study formulated an herbal shampoo using natural extracts and compared its physicochemical properties, such as pH and foam consistency, with commercial shampoos, finding that both performed similarly in conditioning tests conducted with twenty volunteers.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This study explores the benefits of herbal shampoo, emphasizing its cleansing, conditioning, and non-toxic properties due to traditional ayurvedic ingredients, and finds it effective for removing oils, dandruff, and dirt from hair and scalp comparable to regular shampoos.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, a shampoo and hair tonic containing the botanical extract blend Asacurin100 reduced hair loss and improved scalp health in 35 male participants with androgenetic alopecia, without serious side effects, suggesting potential efficacy that warrants larger trials for confirmation.
October 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that "clean" shampoos are less likely to contain allergenic preservatives compared to traditional shampoos, but both types use fragrance equally, which can be irritating or allergenic.
March 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” In this study, selenium disulfide shampoo was found to reduce dandruff severity and rebalance the scalp microbiome in individuals with all hair types experiencing moderate to severe dandruff, with subjects reporting high satisfaction and good tolerance over a 6-week period.
December 2024 in “European Journal of Medicinal Plants” This study developed a polyherbal powder shampoo utilizing natural ingredients, with formulation F6 demonstrating optimal cleaning action and foaming index, along with satisfactory physicochemical properties, making it the preferred formula among the tested variations.
February 2025 in “Biomimetics” This study developed a novel hair-straightening shampoo incorporating a polyphenol–inorganic sulfate redox agent, finding that it effectively straightens hair while enhancing strength and reducing damage due to its protective polyphenol coating.
March 2025 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics” In this study, researchers developed and evaluated two formulations of herbal shampoo tablets for their environmental sustainability and beneficial hair properties, finding that both formulations showed promising characteristics for further exploration.
April 2026 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, the developed polyherbal shampoo with Hibiscus rosa-sinensis exhibited good stability and cleansing properties, suggesting it may be an effective natural alternative to synthetic anti-hair fall products.
July 2019 in “Technology audit and production reserves” This research discusses the formulation of probiotic gel shampoos with whey peptides and plant extracts, highlighting their potential effectiveness and market feasibility in Ukraine.
November 2004 in “Qucosa (Saxon State and University Library Dresden)” This study developed analytical methods to better understand hair treatment with cosmetic formulations, revealing that active agents primarily adsorb on the hair surface during short washes.
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May 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” In this study, researchers developed a method using scalp cyanoacrylate biopsy and advanced imaging techniques to effectively measure and visualize the distribution of anti-dandruff shampoo ingredients zinc pyrithione and climbazole within the scalp follicular infundibulum.
July 2025 in “JURNAL BIOLOGI TROPIS” In this animal study, the researchers reported that a shampoo containing 2.5% teak leaf extract and 0.30% virgin coconut oil significantly increased hair growth rate and reduced hair loss in mice, suggesting potential benefits for addressing hair loss.