March 2022 in “Indonesian Journal of Chemistry” This review discusses the traditional uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities of Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb., highlighting its potential as a source for therapeutic applications and drug development, but it reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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March 2019 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research” This study found that oil extracts from the plants Hedyotis corymbosa, Inula racemose, and Holostemma adakodien demonstrated significant antibacterial and antifungal activity in vitro compared to standard antibiotics and antifungals.
21 citations
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November 2022 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review highlights the potential of several medicinal plants as treatments for seborrhea dermatitis by inhibiting Malassezia growth and reducing symptoms like itching and redness, amid challenges of drug adherence and side effects in existing therapies.
January 2017 in “Anais do 5º Encontro Brasileiro para Inovação Terapêutica” This study found that Dysphania ambrosioides oil exhibited cytotoxicity against U-937 lymphoma cells, indicating potential activity that warrants further investigation.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and evaluated a herbal hair oil combining coconut, olive, and other plant-based oils, finding it may promote hair growth, reduce hair fall, control dandruff, and improve scalp health, offering a stable, economical alternative to synthetic products.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviews the use of a polyherbal hair oil formulation, highlighting its potential benefits for treating common hair issues like baldness, alopecia, and dandruff due to its nutrient-rich ingredients, including Amla, Almond, and Neem.
15 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants” This review discusses the phytoconstituents and biological properties of T. orientalis and T. occidentalis, but reports no new clinical results.
February 2020 in “Definitions” This article discusses a proprietary botanical lotion with potential to reverse chemotherapy-induced alopecia, restore hair cycles, and improve patient wellbeing; however, it reports no new clinical results.
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June 2024 in “Immunopharmacology and Immunotoxicology” This study found that cardamonin can reduce inflammation in TNF-α-stimulated human periodontal ligament cells by suppressing specific cytokines and chemokines and inhibiting key inflammatory signaling pathways.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This review discusses various oils used in herbal cosmetics for skin and hair care applications but reports no new clinical findings.
3 citations
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April 2021 in “Home Ec.” This study evaluated three formulas of hair balm containing minyak kemiri for reducing hair loss and found that all formulas were effective, with formula F3 producing the highest reduction in hair loss among the study participants.
January 2025 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” This study examined the effectiveness of peppermint essential oil formulated into a nanoliposome gel for enhancing hair growth, finding that this preparation increased hair growth in male Sprague Dawley rats without causing irritation, suggesting it may improve delivery of these active ingredients.
2 citations
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January 2007 in “Jounal of The Korean Society of cosmetology”
April 2025 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” This study developed and evaluated a herbal hair oil formulated with various plant extracts, reporting significant enhancement in hair growth activity in human models compared to controls, alongside promising physicochemical properties and safety indicators.
April 2025 in “Natural Product Communications” This study found that essential oils from A. sinensis and L. sinense 'chuanxiong' were safe and significantly promoted hair regrowth in mice with dehydrotestosterone-induced androgenetic alopecia, outperforming 3% minoxidil in follicle number and dermal thickness improvements, suggesting potential use in hair loss treatments.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Research in Pharmacy and Allied Science” In this study, researchers developed a herbal hair oil using natural ingredients like amla, hibiscus, and coconut oil, aiming to create a formulation with nourishing and antioxidant properties, while offering stability and safe use for scalp application.
3 citations
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December 2014 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji”
In this study, six types of cold-pressed oils commonly found in the Polish market were analyzed for their health-promoting compounds and antioxidant activity, revealing them as valuable sources of bioactive compounds like polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, sterols, and polyphenols, without exceeding recommended deterioration parameters.
March 2026 in “Jurnal Ilmiah Ibnu Sina (JIIS) Ilmu Farmasi dan Kesehatan” In this in vitro study, the researchers found that garden balsam leaf extract serum showed no antifungal inhibition against Candida albicans, while the positive control, a 2% ketoconazole shampoo, demonstrated a strong effect.
4 citations
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March 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The study formulated a hair application Ayurvedic herbal oil using various plant materials, including Neem and Amla, and reported that all evaluated parameters, such as specific gravity and irritation tests, were acceptable and within standard limits.
December 2025 in “Jurnal Farmasi Tinctura” This study found that a hair tonic containing 15% ethanol extract of cocoa leaves effectively stimulated hair growth in rabbits, outperforming minoxidil 2%, and was safe with no skin irritation observed.
18 citations
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January 2022 in “TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY” This study examined the extracts and essential oil from Platycladus orientalis leaves and found that the ethanol extract had the highest antioxidant activity, while the essential oil was more effective as an antibacterial agent, particularly against Micrococcus luteus and Staphylococcus aureus.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “The Scientific World Journal” This study found that a hair cream made from cocoa pod peel water fraction effectively stimulated hair growth in rabbits, with the best result at a 12.5% concentration, without causing skin irritation.
In this study, a nanoemulsion containing Lavender, Peppermint, and Rosemary oils significantly promoted hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, showing effects comparable to 2% minoxidil, following formula optimization and ex vivo skin permeation testing.
October 2022 in “Legume Research” This study developed a protocol for callus induction and found that certain hormone concentrations enhance the production of flavonoids, phenols, and terpenes in Bituminaria bituminosa.
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March 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Cosmetology” This study found that lavender oil increased hair growth-related enzyme activity and cytokine expression, indicating potential hair growth-promoting effects in C57BL/6 mice.
June 2023 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences” This study found that a herbal hair oil with 7.5% concentration of amla, hibiscus, bhringraj, and methi showed potent hair growth activity comparable to 2% minoxidil solution.
June 2025 in “Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology” In this study, researchers developed a herbal hair oil formulation using various herbs and oils designed to counteract greying, promote hair growth, and reduce dandruff, finding that the formulation met standard values for organoleptic characteristics, grittiness, sensitivity, pH, and viscosity.