January 2025 in “International journal of Indian medicine” This article discussed the potential risks of commercial hair oils, which may contain harmful ingredients, and suggested that additive-free ayurvedic oils could offer a safer alternative for maintaining healthy hair, while urging dermatologists to be informed about different herbal hair oil options.
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April 2018 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” This review discusses Ayurvedic approaches to premature greying of hair, focusing on detoxifying therapies like panchakarma and various rejuvenative treatments, but presents no new empirical findings.
February 2020 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” This article explores Ayurvedic approaches to treating hair disorders and provides no new clinical results, highlighting practices like using herbal treatments for hair loss and greying.
August 2017 in “Indian journal of history of science” This review discusses the Strīvilāsa, an Ayurvedic manuscript on female health and cosmetic procedures, but reports no clinical results; the authors emphasize its potential significance for Ayurvedic obstetrics and gynecology research.
November 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study reviewed 16 studies on Ayurvedic treatments for hair disorders, indicating that they commonly involve oral herbal medications, topical applications, and scalp manipulation, and report clinical outcomes for conditions like alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
January 2009 in “Fashion business” This study found that applying Ayurvedic base oils and essential oils can effectively reduce the bacterial colony on the scalp, especially when matched to individual constitutional types.
June 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” In this case report, a 19-year-old female with hair fall and thinning identified as Khalitya in Ayurveda showed significant improvement in hair growth and shine after applying Malatyadi tailam, an Ayurvedic herbal oil blend, and following general hair care recommendations.
August 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This review explores the effectiveness of Murdha Tailam methods, particularly in Panchakarma treatments, for illnesses related to the head and neck, highlighting the advantage of scalp drug absorption due to anatomical features that facilitate treatment outcomes.
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October 2021 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” This review compiled by the authors emphasizes the traditional use of medicinal plants for dermatological disorders in India, highlighting the need for further scientific studies to validate their effectiveness and suggesting potential for drug development based on ethnodermatological practices.
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September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review summarizes causes and treatments of androgenetic alopecia with a focus on herbs as potential alternatives, but reports no new results and suggests more research is needed to validate these options.
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March 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses traditional therapies used in the Indian subcontinent, covering practices like Ayurveda and homeopathy, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for rigorous studies.
January 2026 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This case report observed significant improvement in a 23-year-old male with Khalitya/Androgenetic alopecia after undergoing Ayurvedic management.
January 2026 in “International journal of Indian medicine” This review discusses the use of Bibhitaki Taila Nasya and Shiroabhyanga in Ayurvedic treatment for hair fall, reporting no new clinical results.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” This case report describes a five-year-old boy with Alopecia Universalis who did not respond to allopathic treatments but showed significant hair regrowth after two months of Ayurveda therapies, suggesting their potential effectiveness for this condition.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study developed an herbal shampoo with Emblica officinalis (amla) and Eclipta alba (bhringraj), known from Ayurvedic medicine, which showed effective cleansing ability and improved hair texture and manageability, suggesting it is a promising chemical-free option for hair care.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” This study provides a comprehensive review of Ayurvedic insights into Darunaka, suggesting that its management principles can still improve quality of life by addressing underlying pathophysiology.
January 2024 in “International journal of Indian medicine” In this article, the authors aimed to educate readers on common hair disorders linked to improper care, emphasizing prevention and treatment using Ayurvedic principles such as Dincharya and yoga.
In this case study, a 26-year-old female with hair fall, dandruff, scalp itching, and dry hair reported improvements after using Dhatturadi Tail and taking Yashtimadhu churna with milk, evaluated through a custom scoring system, according to researchers at the National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur.
September 2019 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” In this case report, the use of oral Bhringraj Vati, coconut hair oil, and neutral shampoo treatment improved hair fall and overall hair condition in a 28-year-old female patient, showing safety and effectiveness against symptoms like scalp itching and hair thinning.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” This article explores the role of ethno-medicinal plants in hair growth and loss treatments but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting Ayurveda's long-standing use in addressing hair-related issues.
January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology” Dr. Shyam B Verma encourages more scientific research on hair disorders and criticizes the unscientific hair care market in India.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences Archive” In an open-label clinical trial, this study found that applying Narasimham Hair Oil thrice weekly for 8 weeks significantly improved hair density, thickness, and scalp health among participants with hair thinning, with benefits persisting after treatment, and 95% reporting user satisfaction without adverse effects.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” In this overview, researchers highlighted the potential for using traditional knowledge from Ayurveda and other systems to identify plant compounds for herbal cosmetics, emphasizing a hair serum that hydrates the scalp and promotes hair growth as an area of interest. Results were not reported.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” This review discusses traditional and complementary medicine practices for skin health, examining existing literature and emphasizing the challenge of conducting research in these areas, without providing new clinical results.
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January 2013 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” This review discusses various theories of skin aging and the importance of using professional and at-home skincare solutions, but offers no new empirical findings.
January 2025 in “RGUHS Journal of Ayush Sciences” This case report details the treatment of a 20-year-old woman with telogen effluvium using Ayurvedic methods, including a 21-day Nasya karma regimen with Bhringaraja Taila and Narasimha Rasayana for six months, and highlights the improvement in her symptoms, suggesting efficacy in managing hair loss.
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.
March 2023 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” This study found that a poly herbal hair oil formulation significantly promoted hair growth in a pre-clinical mouse model.
June 2022 in “Asian Pacific journal of health sciences” This study reports a case of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) successfully treated using Ayurvedic methods including Prachhan karma, Lepa, and Shirodhara, offering an alternative to conventional treatments like minoxidil and steroids, which may have adverse effects.
August 2020 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This article discusses the use of Maltadya tail for treating forms of alopecia in Ayurvedic medicine but presents no clinical results, emphasizing the oil's potential scalp and hair health benefits.