November 2010 in “Deleted Journal” This study reported that a newly formulated clear liquid shampoo with lavender oil may be effective and acceptable for dandruff control and overall hair and scalp hygiene, based on tests with twenty volunteers.
November 2022 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Bio-Medical Science” This article discusses the design and evaluation of a versatile herbal hair oil aimed at preventing and controlling various hair-related problems, but it does not report new clinical results.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” In this study, the researchers investigated the effectiveness of shampoo containing herbal extracts, specifically Neem and Tulsi, for managing dandruff and found it may offer benefits compared to synthetic drugs, which often cause side effects.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This study aims to explore the replacement of synthetic ingredients in anti-dandruff shampoos with natural alternatives, emphasizing the use of herbal shampoos crafted from pure organic ingredients to control dandruff and promote healthy hair growth. Results are not reported.
February 2020 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” This study developed a multipurpose herbal hair emulgel incorporating aloe vera, tea extract, coconut oil, and castor oil, aimed at promoting hair growth and controlling dandruff, hair fall, and greying. Evaluation found the product to be stable.
June 2026 in “Lahore Garrison University Journal of Life Sciences” In this preliminary study, selenium-resistant bacteria and selenium-treated pea sprout extracts showed minimal inhibitory effects on the dandruff-associated fungus Malassezia furfur compared to controls, suggesting potential for further investigation.
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.
May 2024 in “International Seven Multidisciplinary Journal” This study reviewed the literature to explore the dermatological symptoms associated with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, such as hirsutism and acne, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach for optimal management of the syndrome, including controlling circulating androgen levels.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This review explores the role of homeopathy, particularly the use of Phosphorus, for managing dandruff, noting current indications derive from traditional practices rather than modern trials, and emphasizes the necessity of well-designed studies to assess its effectiveness compared to conventional treatments.
April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” The combination of finasteride and minoxidil is as safe and effective as minoxidil alone for improving hair growth in men.
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that split-head paired design trials are as effective as whole-head parallel design trials in differentiating anti-dandruff shampoos through scalp flaking measurements, but are more efficient and cost-effective, requiring fewer participants to achieve similar results.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management” In this study, researchers developed a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using plant extracts like neem, aloe vera, tulsi, and hibiscus, which was found to be safe, effective, and stable, showing potential as a natural alternative to conventional shampoos.
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January 2015 in “Clinical Nutrition Research” This clinical trial found that the extract complex of Cistanche tubulosa and Laminaria japonica (MK-R7) significantly improved hair density and diameter in patients with patterned hair loss over 16 weeks.
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August 1960 in “PubMed” This study investigated the effects of selenium sulfide suspension on hair roots after noticing higher abnormal hair root proportions in individuals using the preparation.
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April 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study found that a formulated herbal hair oil using ingredients like Amla, Almond, and Neem showed promising results in promoting hair growth, protecting against dandruff, and providing shine, outperforming a marketed hair oil in evaluations.
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March 2026 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This article reviews seborrheic scalp dermatitis management in Italy, outlining expert recommendations on diagnosis and treatment, but reports no new clinical results.
In this study, the combination of binahong leaf and lemongrass extracts was found to effectively inhibit the growth of the dandruff-causing fungus Pityrosporum ovale, with the strongest fungal growth inhibition observed at a 50% concentration of each extract.
August 2022 in “FAKUMI MEDICAL JOURNAL Jurnal Mahasiswa Kedokteran” This study found no significant effect of dandruff on the severity of androgenic alopecia compared to cases without dandruff.
October 2020 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” In this study, Dheedhi Hair Care herbal shampoo significantly reduced hair fall and dandruff compared to a regular shampoo, with no reported side effects.
January 2014 in “Shijie zhongxiyi jiehe zazhi” This study observed that treating alopecia seborrhoeica with bushen shengfa formula and finasteride was more effective and improved associated symptoms better than using liuwei dihuang wan and finasteride.
September 2014 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” In this study, several dermoscopic features such as hair diameter diversity, brown peripilar sign, and focal atrichia were frequently observed in both male and female androgenetic alopecia patients, highlighting these as potential AGA indicators.
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February 2018 in “Jurnal teknologi” This study found that Kaempferia galanga ethanolic extract has potential as an antifungal agent in an oil-in-water cream formulation, exhibiting stable physicochemical properties in laboratory tests.
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October 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that 1% ketoconazole and 1% piroctone olamine shampoos increased hair shaft thickness and reduced hair shedding in men with telogen effluvium and androgenic alopecia associated with dandruff.
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April 2021 in “Heliyon” This study found that both alcoholic and aqueous extracts of Punica granatum L. showed potential for promoting hair growth and exhibited anti-lice and antidandruff activities in a mouse model.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the formulation and evaluation of herbal hair serums, highlighting the use of natural ingredients like fenugreek, hibiscus, and kalonji, which are claimed to improve hair strength and scalp health.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review details the formulation, ingredients, and evaluation of herbal hair serum, noting its potential to improve hair texture and scalp health through the use of natural phytoconstituents.
October 2025 in “Research Journal of Science and Technology” This research abstract describes an herbal hair serum formulated with aloe vera, rose water, coconut oil, and essential vitamins, purported to improve hair health, texture, and manageability naturally without chemicals, although specific results are not reported.
December 2023 in “Deleted Journal” This research project focused on developing a herbal hair serum using natural ingredients like Flaxseed, Aloe Vera, and Vitamin E, aimed at addressing issues like hair fall and dandruff while promoting overall hair health. Results of the study are not reported.
October 2023 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study demonstrated that a 12-week treatment with luliconazole-containing shampoo significantly reduced scalp scaling, erythema, and itching in adults with seborrheic dermatitis, achieving high tolerability and progressive symptom improvement without reported intolerance or recurrences.
August 2020 in “Prosiding Farmasi” This study reviewed existing literature and reported that 1% Zinc pyrithione in anti-dandruff shampoo effectively inhibits the growth of fungi responsible for dandruff, aligning with the regulatory limits set by Indonesian health authorities.