July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article reviews existing strategies for managing polycystic ovarian disease and highlights the role of lifestyle changes, natural remedies, and conventional treatments, reporting no new clinical results.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research suggests that antifungal hair serums, incorporating essential oils and herbal extracts, may offer a promising alternative for managing microbial scalp disorders by improving drug penetration and stability compared to conventional treatments.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This research reported that liposomal systems made from pig-derived skin lipids enhanced finasteride delivery to hair follicles for treating androgenetic alopecia, showing improved drug deposition, hair length, and growth compared to conventional finasteride forms in vitro.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This review highlights novel drug delivery systems for alopecia that enhance localization in the pilosebaceous unit, reduce systemic exposure, and support sustained drug release, with a focus on optimized follicular carriers ranging from 100-300 nm for improved drug residence compared to conventional methods.
July 2026 in “Current Pharmaceutical Analysis” This review highlights the potential of herbal remedies like Aloe vera and Tea Tree Oil in managing acne, underscoring the need for cautious integration with conventional treatments due to limited large-scale clinical studies and variability in formulations.
This study reviews the use of natural products, like herbal extracts and essential oils, in treating male pattern baldness, noting their potential benefits compared to conventional therapies that may carry side effects or ethical concerns.
June 2026 in “Iraqi Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences ( P-ISSN 1683 - 3597 E-ISSN 2521 - 3512)” This study observed that while the androgen receptor is expressed in 65.6% of breast cancer patients in Iraq, it is not significantly associated with conventional clinicopathological characteristics, suggesting limited prognostic value.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that a herbal antidandruff shampoo formulation, using ingredients such as neem and tea tree oil, effectively reduced dandruff and improved hair conditioning without causing scalp irritation, suggesting it could be a safe and economical alternative to conventional synthetic shampoos.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This study highlights the potential of polymeric micelles in enhancing the targeted delivery and efficacy of treatments for androgenetic alopecia, by offering improved retention on the scalp, extended release, and reduced systemic side effects compared to conventional therapies like minoxidil and finasteride.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a herbal shampoo powder using Ayurvedic herbs and evaluated its properties, finding it effectively cleanses and conditions hair while being free of synthetic additives, suggesting it as a sustainable alternative to conventional liquid shampoos.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and tested a natural herbal shampoo powder using Ayurvedic herbs like Shikakai and Amla, finding it effectively cleansed and conditioned hair without harsh chemicals, suggesting it as a sustainable alternative to conventional liquid shampoos.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies” This study highlights the potential of a ketoconazole antifungal hair spray as an innovative and effective topical method for treating tinea capitis, offering benefits such as easy application, improved drug penetration, and reduced systemic exposure compared to conventional treatments.
This study developed a natural herbal hair dye powder using Eclipta prostrata, Nigella sativa, and Aloe Vera, which offers safe and environmentally friendly hair coloring while avoiding harmful effects associated with conventional dyes.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This clinical trial found that using a 45-degree angled implanter with the bevel facing the skin in FUE hair transplantation significantly reduced insertion resistance, graft popping, and bleeding, while improving efficiency and graft alignment compared to conventional methods.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a chitosan-based minoxidil nanogel was developed and optimized for better scalp retention and targeted follicular delivery, showing sustained drug release over 48 hours and improved drug deposition compared to conventional minoxidil solutions.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a chitosan-based nanogel for minoxidil, showing in vitro sustained drug release and higher deposition compared to conventional solutions, suggesting potential as an effective topical treatment for alopecia.
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.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, a 25-year-old male with alopecia universalis showed sustained hair regrowth and psychological improvements over 21 months following individualized homeopathic treatment, despite prior failures with conventional therapies, as observed at Dr Batra’s® Homeopathy Clinic.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case study at Dr Batra’s® Homeopathy Clinic, a 15-year-old male with alopecia totalis experienced progressive hair regrowth and emotional well-being improvement over 4-5 months following a classical homeopathic treatment approach, despite previous conventional management.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review reports that nanoparticles, especially those optimized to 300-400nm, may enhance follicular drug delivery compared to conventional formulations, offering targeted therapy for conditions like androgenic alopecia, acne, and psoriasis.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights advancements in transfollicular drug delivery, noting that nanoparticles optimized to 300-400nm improve drug penetration into hair follicles better than conventional formulations, and that novel stimulus-responsive systems offer enhanced targeted delivery for conditions like androgenic alopecia and acne.
April 2026 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review presents a comprehensive evaluation of eleven traditional herbs, detailing their phytochemical properties, mechanisms, pharmacokinetics, and potential roles in managing alopecia, positioning them as holistic alternatives to conventional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case study reports that individualised homoeopathic treatment with Calcarea carbonica led to noticeable improvement in acne vulgaris for a 27-year-old woman over six months, after conventional treatments failed to produce significant results.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine (Hyderabad)” In this case report, a novel Ayurvedic preparation of Catharanthus roseus, used alongside conventional chemotherapy, was associated with tumor stability and improved general health in a patient with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
This study suggests that bio-nanovesicles, such as exosomes and microvesicles, may enhance skin and hair follicle regeneration by modulating key signaling pathways, potentially overcoming the limitations of conventional treatments for alopecia and chronic skin diseases.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a polyherbal gel containing ingredients like Phyllanthus emblica and Melaleuca alternifolia was formulated to manage folliculitis, potentially offering a safe, effective alternative to conventional treatments by reducing microbial infections, relieving inflammation, and promoting healing.
March 2026 in “Research Square” This study developed a novel regenerative platform using nanozyme-enabled materials combined with exosomes and laser stimulation to enhance wound healing in a mouse model, which more effectively regulated reactive oxygen species and improved early angiogenesis and collagen organization compared to conventional methods.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” The study concluded that the Exprecell™ device for preparing anticoagulant-free f-PRF increases volume yield and simplifies the process while maintaining biological activity comparable to conventional methods, suggesting potential clinical utility.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report from Dr Batra’s Homeopathy Clinic observed that an individualized classical homeopathic treatment successfully improved hair parameters and quality of life in a middle-aged male with Grade V androgenetic alopecia, sustaining remission for over six months despite previous conventional therapies proving unsatisfactory.
This case report describes how anifrolumab, used beyond trial-eligible populations, led to significant clinical and serological recovery in a 45-year-old woman with organ-threatening systemic lupus erythematosus complicated by infection and resistant to conventional treatments like cyclophosphamide and rituximab.