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January 2010 in “Pharmacognosy Reviews/Bioinformatics Trends/Pharmacognosy review” This article reviews the medicinal properties of Semecarpus anacardium and its biologically active compounds, but it reports no new clinical results.
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March 2019 in “Contact Dermatitis” Using Indian marking nut sap for hair loss caused a skin rash on a woman's face.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” The article reviews various medicinal properties of Semecarpus anacardium Linn., highlighting its traditional use for different diseases and noting its potential benefits as antiatherogenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and hypoglycemic, among others.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review examines the ethanomedicinal uses and pharmacological properties of Semecarpus anacardium, commonly used in traditional medicine, and does not provide new clinical results; it highlights a range of potential benefits including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.
November 2021 in “American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene” In this report, an 11-year-old girl and her 14-year-old brother developed marking nut dermatitis from an amulet, highlighting the importance of recognizing cultural practices in diagnosing skin conditions.
August 2017 in “International journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” This review discusses the Ayurvedic perspectives on Bhallataka, noting its detoxified forms may have various therapeutic properties, but reports no new clinical findings.
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November 2012 in “Dermatitis” A man got severe skin irritation after using marking nut sap for hair loss.
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May 2016 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This paper reviews the potential of Ayurvedic herbs like ginger, garlic, and turmeric to reduce the side effects of cancer therapies and enhance patient wellbeing but reports no new experimental findings.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This review reports the potential therapeutic effects of Semecarpus anacardium Linn. (Bhallataka), noting its compounds like anacardic acid may have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties, but emphasizes that further research is necessary to confirm these effects and determine safety due to inconsistent study methods.
July 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, the ethyl acetate extract of Semecarpus anacardium Linn leaves was reported to induce cytotoxicity in cancer cells, cause cell cycle arrest, and suppress tumor growth in mice.
January 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that the ethyl acetate extract of Semecarpus anacardium leaves demonstrated cytotoxicity against MCF-7 cancer cells and induced apoptosis, suggesting potential as a cancer treatment with fewer side effects.
This source highlights Amla's potential as a natural remedy due to its high vitamin C, fiber, iron, and antioxidant content, marking its benefits in slowing aging, enhancing hair and skin health, managing diabetes, and exhibiting anticancer, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated an herbal shampoo formulated with Amla, Aloe vera, and Bhringraj, finding it to have good cleansing capability, acceptable foaming, suitable pH, and conditioning performance, suggesting it as a stable, safe, and effective alternative to synthetic shampoos for hair and scalp health.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo made with Amla, Aloe vera, and Bhringraj, finding it to have effective cleansing, foaming, and conditioning properties along with being stable, safe, and irritation-free, suggesting a natural alternative to synthetic options for hair and scalp health.
June 2020 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This study found that oral intake of choline-stabilized orthosilicic acid (ch-OSA®) significantly improved hair, skin, and nail health in the Indian population, with no reported side effects.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research highlights that Amalaki demonstrates cardiometabolic and hepatic benefits in human trials, while narrative synthesis of preclinical studies suggests promise in hair, skin, ocular, cognitive, and respiratory health.
This study highlights the multifaceted benefits of Phyllanthus emblica L. (amla), noting its potential impact on inflammation, oxidative stress, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal health, memory, skin aging, hair growth, and safety cautions with certain medications.
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October 2020 in “Drug Discoveries & Therapeutics” This study observed that Althaea officinalis gel increased fibroblast populations, hair follicles, and vessel diameter in rat wounds, suggesting it might aid wound healing, though further clinical studies are needed.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a bael-based herbal shampoo formulation demonstrated effective cleansing, foaming ability, and stability, with antimicrobial properties that may benefit scalp health, positioning it as a promising natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study examined the formulation of an oil derived from Alkanna tinctoria roots, traditionally used for hair health, and discusses its potential benefits for controlling hair loss, baldness, and premature greying, while promoting hair growth.
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.
In this study, Neeli Bhringadi hair oil showed statistically significant improvements in hair growth rate, density, thickness, and reduction in premature graying on participants with androgenetic alopecia and hair graying over 120 days, supporting its potential use in integrative hair care.
May 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, researchers synthesized current knowledge on Eclipta alba (Bhringaraja) from traditional Ayurvedic texts and scientific literature, reporting its wide range of pharmacological properties, including hepatoprotective, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer effects, attributed to its chemical compounds like wedelolactone.
February 2026 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this randomized open-label clinical trial, researchers found that regular application of Bhringarajadi Taila significantly improved hair fall and scalp condition in patients with Khalitya (alopecia), with 62.5% of participants experiencing moderate to remarkable improvement after 30 days of treatment.
January 1989 in “Skin research” In this study, an oleanolic acid-containing scalp treatment increased terminal hair counts significantly more than placebo in men under 50 with androgenic alopecia, but only three showed clinical improvement, with minimal side effects reported.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviews classical Ayurvedic texts and modern research on Amalaki, finding significant benefits for lipid profiles, blood glucose, and inflammation in clinical trials, while also suggesting potential benefits for liver, hair, skin, eyes, cognition, and respiratory health based on preclinical data and traditional claims.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a herbal shampoo using bael extract was formulated and found to have good cleansing efficiency and stable properties, suggesting it as a safe and eco-friendly alternative to synthetic shampoos with potential benefits for scalp health.
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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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June 2023 in “Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” Bhamrung-Lohit may help with inflammation and oxidation.
February 2022 in “International Journal of Complementary & Alternative Medicine” This review explores traditional Ayurvedic methods in Bhela Samhita for assessing health through physical parameters, and calls for further research to validate these practices.