July 2024 in “Anti-Infective Agents” This study explored the development of a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using natural polyherbal tincture and reported strong antimicrobial effects, which suggests it may be a safer and more effective alternative to conventional solutions that can cause side effects like hair loss and irritation.
July 2024 in “Revista Científica de Estética e Cosmetologia” This study aimed to develop a dermocosmetic exfoliating formulation using babassu fibers for androgenetic alopecia treatment, but found that although the formulation met sensory standards, it was unstable in sunlight and heat, suggesting a need for optimization before commercialization.
This study suggests that using cell-free dexamethasone-primed stem cell media may offer a promising alternative treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus, showing immunomodulatory benefits and therapeutic efficacy in reducing various complications.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This study explores Ayurvedic concepts for hair conditions such as hair loss, premature greying, alopecia areata, seborrheic dermatitis, and dandruff, highlighting treatments that include Panchakarma and Rasayana medicines for potential relief.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” In this overview, researchers highlighted the potential for using traditional knowledge from Ayurveda and other systems to identify plant compounds for herbal cosmetics, emphasizing a hair serum that hydrates the scalp and promotes hair growth as an area of interest. Results were not reported.
This study examined hair mineral and free amino acid components in various diseases and found that when using effect size analysis, specific components related to diabetes and other conditions were identified, suggesting their potential as novel health indicators.
In this study, researchers found a strong association between premature graying of hair and deficiencies in vitamin D and B12, hypothyroidism, and deranged iron profiles, along with higher stress, altered appetite, smoking, and sleep pattern issues, significantly impacting quality of life.
January 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda Campus” In this review, researchers reported that Psoralea corylifolia, extensively used in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, exhibits various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant and antidiabetic effects, and is primarily used for treating skin diseases. The authors suggest further clinical trials to explore its therapeutic potential.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This review examines Ayurvedic herbs and formulations described in ancient texts for cancer treatment, noting a lack of evidence-based research on their efficacy and potential use in oncology.
December 2023 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” In this case study, a 17-year-old male with patchy hair loss (Indralupta) experienced significant symptom relief after treatment with Pracchanna Karma and Maricha Lepa, suggesting the therapy was effective and economical within a short duration.
October 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This review found that the ingredients of Keedari thailam, a traditional Siddha formulation used for alopecia areata, exhibit antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and other pharmacological activities, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits according to recent research and Siddha literature.
July 2023 in “Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology” In this review, the authors discussed optimal resources and books for dermatology residency training, identifying useful materials by conducting a Google Book search and incorporating their own experiences to recommend an ideal book set for MD students.
June 2023 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This study explores how Dhatryadi rasayana, a polyherbal formulation with antioxidant properties, may help prevent and treat premature hair greying by addressing factors such as oxidative stress, nutritional deficiencies, and hormone imbalances, potentially through rasayana therapy.
June 2023 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This research highlights the potential of emulgel as an advanced topical drug delivery system, offering improved efficacy for hydrophobic medications in treating dermatological conditions and a range of ailments with its dual release control mechanism of gel and emulsion.
April 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This study reported significant symptom improvement in a 30-year-old female with hypothyroidism after Ayurvedic treatment with Kanchnar twak kwath, Shunthi churna, and Nimb tail nasya, noting a reduction in TSH levels from 18.65 to 6.92 post-treatment.
February 2023 in “Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology” This article outlines opportunities for academic growth provided by the Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists, and Leprologists, reporting no new research findings.
January 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” This discussion concluded that many herbal home remedies are effective for treating alopecia and other hair conditions without causing adverse reactions, as opposed to allopathic medicines that often have undesirable side effects.
August 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences” Elderly in rural areas have many skin issues needing targeted healthcare.
August 2022 in “Deleted Journal” This study found that a nutritional teaching program significantly reduced chemotherapy side effects and improved the health status of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
July 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS) (En línea)” In this study, researchers found that serum dihydrotestosterone levels were significantly lower in individuals with Type 2 Diabetes compared to healthy controls, with 90% of diabetics displaying subnormal levels.
July 2022 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” This study evaluated a newly formulated polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo that incorporates natural ingredients, such as Neem and Aloe vera, to effectively clean hair, control dandruff, and promote hair growth without using harmful synthetic chemicals.
January 2022 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” This review discusses the Ayurvedic perspective on premature graying of hair (Akala Palitam) and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for understanding its etio-pathogenesis for effective management.
August 2021 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” This review examines the efficacy of platelet-rich plasma for treating hair loss, highlighting the lack of standardized protocols for PRP preparation and delivery and reporting no new clinical results.
This abstract suggests that cost barriers limit the application of standard aesthetic procedures in developing countries, while exploring platelet-rich plasma as a potentially safer and less invasive option in geriatric aesthetics. Detailed results were not reported.
January 2021 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” This case report describes a 50-year-old Kashmiri woman with plica polonica, detailing trichoscopic findings of entangled hair with crisscrossing shafts and concretions.
This article introduces geriatric aesthetics and discusses the potential of platelet-rich plasma as a cost-effective solution in developing countries, but reports no new clinical results.
February 2020 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” This article explores Ayurvedic approaches to treating hair disorders and provides no new clinical results, highlighting practices like using herbal treatments for hair loss and greying.
October 2018 in “Ayurlog: national journal of research in ayurveda science” This article discusses methods to enhance scalp hair strength and beauty according to Ayurvedic principles, without presenting new clinical results, and emphasizes understanding various aspects of hair health from Ayurvedic texts.
April 2017 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This review explores the concept of cosmetic toxicity in Ayurveda, focusing on chemical hazards in cosmetics and their management, but provides no new clinical findings.
April 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” This article reviews the skin and hair changes associated with menopause due to hormonal shifts and reports no new clinical results.