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April 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This article discusses the MendelVar webserver, which integrates Mendelian disease data with GWAS findings to prioritize candidate genes for complex traits and reports no new experimental results.
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March 2007 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study strongly suggests that a distinct form of hereditary localized alopecia in a Chinese family is linked to a novel locus on chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2.
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study observed seasonal trends in Poland's Google searches for dermatology-related terms and noted a decrease in searches for sexually transmitted diseases despite rising infection rates, highlighting a need for better sexual education.
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April 2017 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” This study found that the combination of Pandan Wangi leaves and Noni fruit extracts may inhibit fungi commonly associated with dandruff, suggesting potential use in anti-dandruff shampoo formulations.
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February 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” This case report describes a 2-month-old infant with a severe seborrhea-like skin eruption and respiratory distress, similar to symptoms that led to a sibling's death from Gram-negative septicemia.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Innovations in Applied Pharmaceutical Science (JIAPS)” In this study, researchers developed a neem oil-based emulgel showcasing anti-dandruff properties with controlled dual release, observing formulation F5 providing a 65.27% release after 8 hours and the highest antifungal inhibition against Candida albicans.
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February 2022 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” In this study, researchers formulated a hair gel using guar gum and jatamansi extract, evaluating its physical properties and noting that jatamansi may promote hair growth, with the gel meeting various parameters such as pH, viscosity, and spreadability.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Allergy” In this study, patients with scalp seborrheic dermatitis exhibited distinct patterns of allergen sensitization tied to symptoms, impaired skin barrier, and altered microbiota, emphasizing the need to consider allergen exposure, barrier status, and microbial balance when interpreting patch test results.
September 2023 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” This study developed and tested an herbal shampoo containing tea, ashwagandha, sandalwood, and nagarmotha, finding it exhibited good cleansing properties and effectively controlled Candida and Malassezia fungi.
December 2022 in “The Journal of Multidisciplinary Research” The researchers formulated a polyherbal hair gel using extracts from guava leaves, amla, and aloe, and reported its effectiveness against candidiasis, as well as its benefits in nourishing hair and preventing premature graying.
January 2022 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This study found that a polyherbal gel made from guava leaves, amla, and aloe is effective against candidiasis on the skin, with additional benefits of nourishing hair and preventing premature graying.
July 2026 in “Current Trends in Biotechnology and Pharmacy” In this study, a new herbal hair oil formulation, consisting of plant-derived antifungal agents and natural stabilizers, was developed and demonstrated strong antifungal activity, skin compatibility, and additional hair health benefits in preclinical evaluations, offering a potential alternative for managing fungal scalp infections.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and tested an eco-friendly herbal hair gel containing extracts from curry leaf, flaxseed, and Aloe vera, finding that formulation F9 excelled in viscosity, spreadability, extrudability, antifungal activity, and stability, making it a promising sustainable alternative to synthetic hair gels.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and tested eco-friendly herbal hair gels using extracts from curry leaf, flaxseed, and Aloe vera, finding that formulation F9 showed optimal viscosity, spreadability, superior antifungal activity, and stability over six months, making it a promising sustainable alternative to synthetic hair gels.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Versatile Research and Analysis” In this study, a polyherbal hair serum containing extracts of hibiscus petals and amla fruits showed significant antifungal activity against Candida albicans and exhibited satisfactory stability, physicochemical properties, and potential for improving hair health and reducing dandruff.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Bioscience-Elite” This study found that duloxetine and escitalopram exhibited broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, while buspirone had selective effects, and finasteride disrupted yeast virulence traits, suggesting these drugs could be repurposed as antimicrobial therapies.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal hair serum, finding it effective against certain fungi and bacteria and showing potential for hair regrowth comparable to standard treatments, suggesting it may serve as a natural alternative for promoting hair health.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a newly formulated herbal hair serum demonstrated significant antifungal and antibacterial activity as well as comparable hair regrowth effectiveness to standard treatments, suggesting its potential as a natural therapeutic alternative.
February 2026 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study reported that abietic acid, derived from pine rosin, showed antimicrobial effects and reduced biofilm biomass in laboratory tests against microorganisms like Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans, suggesting potential further applications for skin infections.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that a hair serum formulated with extracts of Murraya koenigii and Clitoria ternatea demonstrated strong antifungal activity and effective dandruff management, based on laboratory evaluations.
February 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and evaluated a hair serum using Murraya koenigii and Clitoria ternatea extracts, finding that the F3 formulation had strong antifungal activity and was effective in dandruff management, suggesting potential benefits for scalp health.
November 2025 in “F1000Research” This study observed significant differences in skin fungal communities between healthy and alopecic cynomolgus macaques, suggesting certain microorganisms may be associated with alopecia in these primates.
August 2025 in “Current Botany” This study suggests that Acrotrema arnottianum, a herb used in traditional medicine, contains biologically active metabolites like squalene and α-Tocopherol. It showed antibacterial effects against Staphylococcus aureus and antifungal properties against Candida albicans, while demonstrating antioxidant activity.
August 2025 in “South African Journal of Botany” This study found that among various polyherbal hair oil formulations using indigenous Bangladeshi plants, Formulation B was most effective, displaying strong antimicrobial activity and promoting hair regrowth in rabbits, surpassing the standard 2% minoxidil treatment, while also being safe for topical use.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Health Sciences” This study reports that Polyscias scutellaria exhibits diverse pharmacological activities, including antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties, suggesting potential therapeutic uses in various health applications.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study explored the development of herbal hair gels using natural extracts like flaxseed and guava leaves, targeting the reduction of dandruff and regulation of hair loss through antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, though specific results of efficacy are not reported.
September 2023 in “Current opinion in microbiology” This source discusses how the skin mycobiome, dominated by Malassezia fungi, may provide a unique niche that can be disrupted by environmental changes, potentially leading to the fungal pathogen C. auris overtaking Malassezia and predisposing individuals to severe infections.
June 2023 in “Deleted Journal” This study found that all healthy cats tested were carriers of *Microsporum canis*, and 86.66% of dogs carried this fungus, with further positive cultures for other dermatophytes and yeasts suggesting these animals may contribute to environmental fungal spread.
June 2023 in “Journal of Biosciences and Health” This study found that all tested cats and 86.66% of dogs were carriers of dermatophytes like Microsporum canis, with cats showing higher prevalence, indicating these asymptomatic animals may significantly contribute to the spread of dermatophytosis and dermatomycoses.
May 2023 in “Sučasna pedìatrìâ. Ukraïna” In a clinical observation study, researchers documented a case of total alopecia in an 11-year-old child, highlighting a potential link to genetic conditions such as autoimmune polyendocrinopathy candidiasis-ectodermal dystrophy (APECED syndrome) requiring further genetic and serological testing to verify the diagnosis.