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.
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June 2019 in “Industrial Biotechnology” In this study, researchers found that the conventional solvent extraction method yielded the highest polyphenol content and antioxidant activity from Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed on Québec's North Shore.
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June 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, Carthamus caeruleus root juice exhibited in vitro anti-inflammatory effects by stabilizing human erythrocyte membranes and inhibiting albumin denaturation, as well as showing potential inhibition of COX-2 through in silico analysis; however, further research is needed to confirm efficacy and mechanisms.
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April 2024 in “Food Frontiers” In this study involving mice, the researchers observed that circadian rhythm disorder can pass alopecia risk to male offspring, and parental Pu-erh tea consumption, particularly by females or both parents, mitigated this risk through various biological mechanisms.
October 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kefarmasian Indonesia” In this experimental study using rabbits, the researchers evaluated hair tonic formulations containing cinnamon essential oil and virgin coconut oil, finding that formula 3 had hair growth activity exceeding the positive control, though overall growth activity differences were not statistically significant.
This study developed a natural hair dye using Coreopsis tinctoria Nutt. extract, finding that it produced yellow to dark brown colors depending on the treatment, with ferrous lactate enhancing dye performance and color stability after washing.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” No direct link between matcha green tea and hair loss is proven.
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March 2017 in “Journal of inclusion phenomena and macrocyclic chemistry” This study found that using 2-hydroxypropyl-ß-cyclodextrin (HP-ß-CD) to encapsulate minoxidil can create a stable aqueous solution, potentially replacing the need for organic solvents in topical treatments for androgenic alopecia.
December 2023 in “Biblioteca Digital - Universidad Icesi” This business plan outlines the launch of Chebe, a hair care line by Almafrikana Biocosmética, designed to address traction alopecia in Afrocolombian women aged 14 to 60. It focuses on using natural, eco-friendly ingredients with a marketing strategy targeting the Pacific Colombian and urban markets.
This study found that a cream containing 20% broad bean extract may reduce axillary hair growth, but only some outcomes were statistically significant compared to placebo.
December 2022 in “Journal of Tropical Pharmacy and Chemistry” This study evaluated a hair tonic formulated from oil palm leaf extract, finding it demonstrated very strong antioxidant activity and could prevent hair decolorization from sun exposure, with effective concentrations ranging from 25 to 200 ppm.
January 2018 in “International Journal of Advances in Scientific Research and Engineering” This study presents a new automated method for measuring total phenolic compounds in Ziziphus Jujuba fruit extract, showing high precision and potential applications in health and environmental sciences.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair conditioner containing Custard Apple, Hibiscus, Fenugreek, Curry Leaves, Aloe vera, and Rose Water, finding it had satisfactory physicochemical properties and no irritation, suggesting it may be a safe and economical alternative to synthetic conditioners.
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.
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June 1999 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis” This review discusses the choice and formulation of medicated and cosmetic shampoos for scalp disorders and hair aesthetics, providing guidelines based on hair types and patient age, and reports no new results.
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May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that a developed nanostructured lipid carrier formulation of tea seed oil can effectively stimulate hair growth and reduce the oily feeling associated with direct application.
This study reviewed existing literature and found that green tea may have potential as a treatment for male androgenetic alopecia, demonstrating hair growth stimulation and fewer adverse reactions compared to minoxidil, despite being used in smaller concentrations.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated and evaluated an herbal hair smoothing cream containing natural ingredients like aloe vera and coconut oil, reporting significant improvements in hair smoothness, softness, shine, and manageability without irritation, suggesting it as a safer alternative to traditional hair straightening products.
December 2024 in “Jurnal Syntax Admiration” This study found that MOOEW Hair Tonic had a Return of Investment of over 100%, indicating significant potential for profitable and sustainable business opportunities.
January 2024 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” This study investigated whether combinations of green tea leaf and gotukola extracts could act as a hair growth stimulant but reports no definitive results on the most effective combination.
July 2011 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the potential of green tea to treat iron overload by reducing iron absorption, based on a clinical case from the author's practice, and reports no new findings.
December 2024 in “Pure and Applied Biology” This study focused on developing a safe, natural herbal shampoo that effectively cleanses, strengthens, darkens, and promotes hair growth without using synthetic chemicals, suggesting it as a viable alternative to synthetic options in hair care.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that a formulated herbal hair smoothing cream using ingredients like aloe vera and coconut oil improved hair texture, such as smoothness and shine, without irritation, offering a safer alternative to conventional products.
September 2022 in “KnE medicine” In this study, variations in candle nut oil concentration (5%, 6%, 7%) impacted the characteristics and stability of a hair tonic nanoemulsion, influencing factors like droplet size, pH, and viscosity.
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January 1965 in “Stain Technology” This study describes a double embedding technique for preparing tangential sections of hair and wool fibers, recommending specific staining methods for quantitative analysis and demonstrating wool fiber cortical fractions.
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January 2018 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology” In this study with C57BL/6 mice, SHJ extract was associated with increased hair growth and density, suggesting potential use in hair care cosmeceuticals, while also enhancing melanin production in melanoma cells.
In this study, breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy reported "worrying" and "weight loss" as prominent psychological and physical symptoms, respectively, and predominantly used praying or meditating and seeking advice as coping strategies.
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August 2014 in “Journal of The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition” This study found that Zizyphus jujuba, especially when fermented with Saccharomyces cerevisiae, showed strong antioxidative activity and effectively promoted hair regrowth and prevented hair loss in a mouse model.
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February 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” This review discusses the incidence, reversibility, and impact of chemotherapy-induced alopecia and concludes that scalp cooling is the most effective prevention method in most cases, though some questions remain.