July 2022 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” This study evaluated a newly formulated polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo that incorporates natural ingredients, such as Neem and Aloe vera, to effectively clean hair, control dandruff, and promote hair growth without using harmful synthetic chemicals.
December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” This study highlights a comprehensive approach for authenticating and assessing the quality of herbal medicines using a combination of physiological, morphological, and molecular techniques, including HPTLC, ICP-MS, UV spectroscopy, and DNA barcoding, to ensure the standardization of herbal medicinal products, particularly Eclipta alba.
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October 2003 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” This review discusses the use of natural products in cosmetic preparations for skin and hair care, but reports no new research results.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Life Science” This research evaluated a polyherbal powder shampoo using natural ingredients, finding it to be a stable, effective, and safe alternative to chemical-based shampoos, with no irritation and good usability.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Therapeutic Innovation.” This study developed an herbal hair mask using natural ingredients like rice water, aloe vera gel, and coconut oil, which demonstrated moisturizing, strengthening, and protective properties, potentially aiding in maintaining healthy and resilient hair.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science” This study explores the indigenous haircare knowledge of tribal women in Nandurbar District, Maharashtra, India, documenting 25 plant species used for haircare, with an emphasis on the ecological and cultural importance of these practices for sustainable personal care innovation.
June 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study evaluated the physicochemical properties of an herbal shampoo formulated with natural ingredients like hibiscus and henna and compared it to a common marketed shampoo, finding it effectively replaced some chemical components with safer alternatives while maintaining similar characteristics.
July 2024 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this case report, a 6-year-old boy with hidrotic ectodermal dysplasia 2 caused by GJB6 mutations showed no significant hair improvement with age, despite treatment with botanical extracts and Minoxidil.
May 2024 in “Indian journal of pharmacy and pharmacology” This in-vitro study reported that a luliconazole-based formulation improved hair cuticle integrity and was more effective than ketoconazole in repairing damaged hair after 5 and 10 washes, with sensory analysis supporting these results. Further human studies are needed to confirm its clinical effects.
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August 2020 in “PubMed” This review discusses the absence of clinical trials on natural ingredients for managing Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia and highlights a need for more research.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that a polyherbal hair serum made from fenugreek, aloe vera, hibiscus, neem, and rice water effectively improved hair texture, reduced hair loss, and enhanced scalp health, with favorable safety and stability profiles, making it a potential natural alternative to synthetic hair products.
February 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review highlights that Trigonella foenum-graecum L. (fenugreek) shows promise as a versatile plant-based ingredient in cosmetics due to its phytochemicals, which offer benefits for skin and hair care, although further research is necessary for robust validation.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants” This review examines around 68 plant sources from six major plant families, assessing their scientific rationale and use by the cosmeceutical industry for applications like anti-ageing and sun protection.
February 2026 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” The researchers emphasize the limited scope of existing studies on lip aging, highlighting issues that include collagen loss and the deepening of lip lines with age, and suggesting a need for further research to guide cosmetic and clinical interventions.
December 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This research discussed the historical use of plants as dermatologic remedies and how some botanicals independently gained recognition for their medicinal properties across cultures, contributing to the field of pharmacognosy and modern skincare.
November 2025 in “Quality in Sport” This study reviews natural hair and scalp care methods, highlighting the importance of plant-derived ingredients and scalp type diagnostics for effective trichological management and optimal hair health.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a hair serum with plant-derived ingredients significantly reduced hair loss in women with chronic telogen effluvium over 16 weeks, and was well-tolerated, leading to improved hair characteristics and quality of life compared to a control group.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review assesses the potential of ginger, garlic, onion, and clove as complementary herbal treatments for hair and scalp health, reporting that onion juice shows the strongest clinical evidence for hair regrowth, particularly in alopecia areata, while garlic exhibits promising preclinical regenerative effects.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review evaluates herbal botanicals like onion, garlic, ginger, and clove for hair and scalp health, noting that onion juice shows the strongest clinical evidence for hair regrowth particularly in alopecia areata, although these cannot replace traditional medical treatments.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study found that of the many ingredients advertised in shampoos as effective against hair loss, only caffeine, adenosine, placental proteins, and melatonin have limited clinical evidence supporting their efficacy, with most claimed active ingredients lacking any trial-based validation.
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April 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that a topical gel formulation containing rice water demonstrated in vitro antioxidant activity and elastase inhibition, suggesting its potential as an anti-aging skincare ingredient.
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September 2024 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study found that Peperomia pellucida, a plant traditionally consumed in some countries, contains various antioxidants and extends lifespan under oxidative stress in Drosophila, with no observed toxicity in mice, supporting its potential safety and use in foods and pharmaceuticals.
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January 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review highlights the potential of Coffea arabica as an active ingredient in skincare, noting its bioactive compounds from leaves and beans show promising anticellulite, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties, with unique phenolic concentrations in leaves offering enhanced skin benefits.
January 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study suggests that addressing hormonal, stress, and metabolic factors with vitamins, minerals, and botanicals, which has improved hair growth in women, might also benefit men experiencing hair thinning.
April 2025 in “BMC Chemistry” This study developed an organic hair conditioner using chitosan-thiadiazole conjugates that showed improved hair detangling, moisture retention, and protection without causing irritation, promising an environmentally sustainable approach to hair care.
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July 2025 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses the potential of olive mill wastewater as a valuable source of dermatological ingredients, highlighting its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but reports no new clinical results.
November 2024 in “Applied Sciences” This study suggests that a supercritical CO2 extract from wild-strawberry-processing waste may be an innovative and sustainable ingredient for cosmetic applications, particularly in treating androgenic-related skin conditions.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers explored the formulation and effectiveness of herbal shampoos, finding that these products offer a gentler hair care alternative that promotes hair health and addresses scalp issues, while also encouraging sustainable beauty practices and consumer awareness.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, herbal shampoos containing extracts like aloe vera, hibiscus, and tea tree oil were found to improve hair health, offering gentler options for sensitive skin and supporting sustainable beauty practices, compared to conventional chemical shampoos.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study aimed to create and assess a trio pack of polyherbal hair care products, noting potential advantages such as reduced side effects and chemical use, though results are not reported in the abstract.