September 2023 in “Medical lasers” In this study, using a shampoo with Morus alba root extract over 12 weeks increased hair density and shaft thickness in patients with mild to moderate non-scarring alopecia, with both investigators and participants noting visible improvements and moderate satisfaction.
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.
April 2026 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” In this study, researchers developed a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using natural ingredients like Shikakai and Neem powder, aiming to effectively reduce dandruff while minimizing the side effects associated with traditional chemical-based treatments.
February 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” In this study, researchers developed a novel dry shampoo powder using traditional Indian botanicals and found that it demonstrated effective cleansing properties, favorable physicochemical characteristics, and no adverse effects in animal safety evaluations, offering an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic shampoos.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science” This review discusses the benefits of using botanicals such as shikakai, amla, reetha, and turmeric in dry shampoos, suggesting these ingredients provide gentle cleansing, nourishment, and protection, aligning with the trend towards natural hair care products.
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.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this product description, it is reported that SwaLife Onion Shampoo combines Ayurvedic and dermatological principles to nourish the scalp, strengthen hair roots, and restore shine by using modern extraction techniques for onion extract along with other botanicals.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This source describes the SwaLife Onion Shampoo as an Ayurvedic-dermatological formulation intended to nourish the scalp, strengthen hair roots, and enhance hair thickness and shine through a blend of onion extract and botanicals, without reporting specific study results.
2 citations
,
November 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study systematically documented the ethnobotanical and ethnomedicinal knowledge from traditional healers in Addis Ababa, identifying 81 medicinal plants, including the endangered Echinops kebericho, used primarily for treating skin and general diseases.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this review, researchers explored the potential of herbal shampoos as effective and safe alternatives to conventional anti-dandruff treatments, highlighting that polyherbal formulations may offer comparable or superior benefits with fewer side effects.
February 2022 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses the physiology of hair and various grooming and camouflage techniques, but reports no new clinical results; the authors note the complexity of cleaning hair and effects of different detergents.
3 citations
,
December 2018 in “PubMed” This study provides an overview of popular over-the-counter hair loss products, highlighting limited evidence for non-approved treatments and suggesting the need for more rigorous studies.
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.
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.
21 citations
,
November 2023 in “Heliyon” This review explored the use of six tropical plants, such as Acacia concinna and Garcinia mangostana, as natural active ingredients in shampoos, highlighting their beneficial physicochemical properties and biological activities for hair care and scalp maintenance.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a plant-based, SLS-free anti-dandruff shampoo with optimal cosmetic properties and antifungal effectiveness, reporting its potential as a safe and biodegradable alternative to synthetic products.
April 2025 in “Journal for Research in Applied Sciences and Biotechnology” This study evaluated three herbal powder shampoo formulations, reporting that Formulation 1, with a balance of cleansing and hydration, is most suitable for general scalp health and hair softness, while Formulation 3, with its higher cleansing power, is better for oily hair.
June 2026 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study developed an SLS-free, plant-based anti-dandruff shampoo with favorable characteristics including effective antifungal properties and consumer appeal, suggesting it as a viable alternative to synthetic products.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study aims to develop and evaluate a trio pack of polyherbal hair care products—including shampoo, conditioner, and serum—with the goal of promoting hair and scalp health due to the benefits of herbal ingredients and minimal side effects.
December 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Researchers reviewed 13 clinical trials on non-prescription monotherapies like procyanidin and cetirizine for androgenetic alopecia, finding potential improvements in hair density and diameter, but emphasized the need for more robust trials to confirm efficacy and safety.
2 citations
,
March 2017 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study demonstrated that herbal therapy with oil extract increased triglyceride content in dog hair, suggesting potential benefits on coat quality that require further investigation.
1 citations
,
April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” This study formulated and evaluated a herbal shampoo with natural ingredients, finding it to be a viable alternative for hair cleansing and maintenance without adverse effects, suggesting it could reduce reliance on shampoos with synthetic chemicals.
January 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This review suggests that standardized herbal shampoos may offer a safe and sustainable alternative to synthetic products due to their natural saponins and multifunctional benefits, though challenges in consistency and shelf-life persist.
December 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” This study explains the formulation and evaluation of a natural polyherbal shampoo, which effectively colors hair and provides conditioning without the dermal and systemic toxicity risks of synthetic dyes, offering an effective alternative to conventional products.
November 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This review discusses the development and benefits of herbal shampoos, highlighting their natural components' safety and effectiveness for hair care, and underlines the importance of scientific validation and regulatory considerations to enhance their global market acceptance.
June 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study developed and evaluated a Neem, Tulsi, and Aloe vera-based anti-dandruff shampoo, finding it effective and safe, potentially offering a natural alternative to conventional antifungal shampoos for managing dandruff and maintaining scalp health.
April 2024 in “International Research Journal Of Modernization In Engineering Technology And Science” This study identified promising properties of a herbal shampoo formulation, suggesting its potential for human cosmetic use, but notes that further optimization is needed to fully explore its benefits.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this study, researchers aimed to develop a herbal shampoo by replacing harmful synthetic ingredients with natural alternatives to improve safety and effectiveness, targeting issues like hair loss and scalp irritation often associated with traditional shampoos.
5 citations
,
February 2022 in “East African Journal of Science Technology and Innovation” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing flavonoid glycosides from Dicerocaryum senecioides and found that it successfully treated T. tonsurans infections in children's scalp when used daily, demonstrating significant effectiveness compared to a placebo.
4 citations
,
February 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This study assessed the dermatologic potential of western red cedar, white spruce, birch, balsam poplar, and black spruce used in First Nations medicine, highlighting several active compounds relevant to dermatology, but noted a lack of high-quality evidence in existing research.