5 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This presentation reviews common myths and practical treatment guidance for dandruff and scalp seborrheic dermatitis but does not provide new research findings.
2 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science” This study examined the preservative and antimicrobial susceptibility of non-fermenting bacilli collected from beauty salon waste in Brazil.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair growth oil using botanical substances and base oils like coconut and castor oil, finding it to be stable, non-irritating, and suggesting potential hair-growing properties through mechanisms such as scalp blood flow improvement and anti-inflammatory effects.
July 2023 in “International journal of pharmacognosy and life science” This study explores the development of a herbal hair oil formulation using selected herbs to potentially address hair loss and related issues, as an alternative to synthetic medications that may cause serious side effects and offer limited effectiveness.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” This review details the causes, symptoms, and treatments for dandruff, emphasizing herbal ingredients with anti-dandruff properties used in shampoos and exploring their antifungal and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. It highlights dandruff's exploitation by personal care companies due to the lack of medical interventions.
June 2023 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine” This study concluded that age is a significant risk factor for hair fall, as older age increases the likelihood of developing male pattern baldness among adults.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” This study found that a herbal shampoo and solution were more effective than placebo in reducing hair loss and improving hair growth in participants with androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
4 citations
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August 2020 in “Facial plastic surgery & aesthetic medicine” This study found that combining concentrated growth factor injections with minoxidil treatment significantly improved hair growth and participant satisfaction in male patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to minoxidil alone.
1 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a cosmetic foam reduced the telogen rate in men with androgenetic alopecia, suggesting a potential benefit against male pattern hair loss.
April 2024 in “International journal of clinical trials” In this study, researchers found that a standardized extract of Sesbania grandiflora (SesZen-Bio™) improved hair density and thickness, as well as increased serum ferritin levels, over an 8-week period among participants, suggesting enhanced keratin production and follicle growth.
19 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This study reported that using 5% minoxidil topical foam twice daily improved hair density and width in both the frontotemporal and vertex regions of men with moderate androgenetic alopecia.
3 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” In this clinical trial, supplementation with Lambdapil® Anti Hair Loss capsules for 6 months significantly improved hair resistance and volume in women and increased the anagen/telogen hair ratio in men, indicating enhanced hair growth compared to the placebo group.
July 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this study, a liposomal-encapsulated Sesbania grandiflora formulation significantly improved hair and scalp health in adults with hair loss over 180 days, showing enhanced hair density, thickness, growth rate, and tensile strength compared to placebo, with no related adverse events reported.
241 citations
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August 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This review discusses the roles of sebaceous gland activity, Malassezia yeast, and individual susceptibility in scalp flaking disorders, including dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but reports no new experiment results.
October 2020 in “Misr journal of agricultural engineering” This study examined the drying of pomegranate peel as a method for reducing waste and found that drying efficiency varied with temperature and air velocity, potentially adding value to this by-product.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this review, researchers explored the potential of herbal shampoos as effective and safe alternatives to conventional anti-dandruff treatments, highlighting that polyherbal formulations may offer comparable or superior benefits with fewer side effects.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pioneering Medical Science” This systematic review reported that probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, postbiotics, and dietary supplements may improve hair density and reduce dandruff severity in individuals with scalp disorders, potentially by modifying inflammation, oxidative stress, and microbiota composition; however, variability across studies limits the strength of these conclusions.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights recent findings on the polyherbal formulations for dandruff management, indicating these offer promising, eco-friendly alternatives with multiple health benefits compared to conventional anti-dandruff shampoos that may cause adverse effects with prolonged use.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoos, which use combinations of medicinal plants like neem and aloe vera, are promising alternatives to conventional shampoos due to their multi-targeted therapeutic actions and fewer adverse effects, offering a safer and holistic approach to managing dandruff.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This study evaluated an herbal shampoo's physicochemical properties and emphasized its safety, efficacy, and quality as a non-toxic natural hair care product.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” In this study, phytochemical analysis and molecular docking suggested that bioactive compounds in several Ayurvedic herbs may interact persistently with hair growth and antifungal protein targets, indicating potential as plant-based treatments for dandruff and hair loss.
59 citations
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September 2008 in “Mycoses” This study found that seborrheic dermatitis significantly worsens patients' quality of life, with stronger effects observed among women, younger individuals, and those with higher education levels.
35 citations
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January 1993 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, most hair disorders among HIV-1 positive patients were associated with low helper T cell counts, with papulosquamous conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis being the most common.
17 citations
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December 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review discusses the effectiveness of non-thermal, non-ablative devices like light-emitting diodes in treating various skin and hair conditions but reports no new clinical findings.
16 citations
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January 2010 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses the role of skin manifestations as early markers and prognostic indicators of HIV infection in children but reports no new clinical results.
13 citations
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February 1999 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study observed a higher incidence of telogen effluvium from July to October, suggesting a summer-related effect in populations above the Tropic of Cancer, possibly influenced by ultraviolet light.
11 citations
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February 2021 in “Biomedicines” This review discusses the role of hair follicle bacterial colonization in immune responses and the pathogenesis of alopecia but reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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September 2012 in “Chinese science bulletin/Chinese Science Bulletin” This study found that variations in mineral content of hair, such as increased Zr in asthma and respiratory infections, may be linked to different illnesses, suggesting potential diagnostic use.
7 citations
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January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article reviews the composition and functionality of shampoos, emphasizing the role of surfactants in cleaning and conditioning hair, and reports no new experimental results.
June 2026 in “Immunity Inflammation and Disease” In this study, researchers observed that dandruff involves altered keratinocyte activity and a low-grade inflammatory response characterized by increased interleukin-17-producing T-cells and CCL17 levels, but without significant changes in immune cell populations or skin barrier lipids.