7 citations
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January 2022 in “Brazilian Journal of Biology” This study found that a shampoo formulation using mangabeira leaf extract without sodium lauryl sulfate showed promising antioxidant activity and improved foam quality.
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January 2021 in “Cureus” This case report describes a 27-year-old woman who experienced facial swelling due to allergic contact dermatitis from using minoxidil 5% foam.
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July 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study found that the "pink tax" persists in topical minoxidil products, with foams marketed to women costing about 20% more than those for men, despite identical ingredients and an overall price increase since 2017.
49 citations
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December 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This study formulated an herbal shampoo using various plant extracts and found it demonstrated appealing qualities, good foam stability, cleansing, and conditioning performance, though further improvements in quality and safety are needed.
5 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and traditional herbs, finding it safe and effective for reducing hair fall, with notable properties like good foam ability, cleansing action, and soothing qualities.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” This study formulated an herbal shampoo using natural extracts and compared its physicochemical properties, such as pH and foam consistency, with commercial shampoos, finding that both performed similarly in conditioning tests conducted with twenty volunteers.
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November 2025 in “American Journal of Medical Science and Technology” In this study, researchers formulated a herbal shampoo using ingredients like Reetha, Shikakai, Aloe Vera, and Amla, and found it demonstrated favorable characteristics such as good foam stability, detergency, and cleansing properties, with ideal physico-chemical evaluation results for stability, safety, and efficacy.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a polyherbal shampoo formulated with extracts of Reetha, Fenugreek, and Nagarmotha was evaluated for its physicochemical properties, showing effective dirt dispersion, high foam stability, and satisfactory washing capacity, though further research on stability and safety is needed for commercialization.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo containing fenugreek and hibiscus and found it had good cleansing action, stable foam, satisfactory pH, and caused no skin irritation, suggesting it may be an effective alternative to synthetic shampoos.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using Fenugreek and Hibiscus extracts and found that it provided effective cleansing, stable foam, a satisfactory pH, and no skin irritation, suggesting it as a potential alternative to synthetic shampoos.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal shampoo with pomegranate peel and activated charcoal, finding it offered good cleansing ability, stable foam, and scalp-friendly pH without causing irritation, suggesting it may be a safe and effective alternative to synthetic shampoos for pollution-related hair protection.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal shampoo enriched with pomegranate peel extract, reporting good cleansing ability, stable foam, scalp-friendly pH, and no irritation, suggesting it could be a safe, effective alternative for protecting hair from pollution-related damage.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing plant ingredients like Reetha and Aloe vera, finding it offers good cleansing, stable foam, and a scalp-friendly pH, making it a safe and effective alternative to synthetic shampoos.
May 2026 in “Riset Informasi Kesehatan” This experimental study evaluated shampoo formulations with varying concentrations of candlenut oil, concluding that the 12% formulation (Formula 2) demonstrated optimal physical characteristics and quality standards, with acceptable pH and viscosity but reduced foam stability at higher oil concentrations.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using natural ingredients, which showed desirable characteristics such as satisfactory foam stability and effective cleansing ability, comparable to standard formulations; however, further studies are recommended to assess its long-term safety.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study evaluated a levan-based polysaccharide, POLEVAN®, in shampoo formulations and reported that it significantly increased hair glossiness by 24%, allowed a reduction of surfactant content by up to 50% without affecting foam, and maintained scalp moisturization similar to hyaluronic acid in a clinical setting.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this study, researchers developed an herbal shampoo with natural extracts, showing it has good quality and suitable physicochemical properties like pH, foam stability, and conditioning, making it appropriate for commercial use to help prevent hair loss and maintain hair conditioning.
October 2025 in “Current Pharmaceutical Research” This study evaluated a new herbal shampoo made from traditional plants and found it to have effective cleansing properties, moderate foam stability, and environmental safety, suggesting it as a favorable natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
December 2024 in “Media Farmasi Jurnal Ilmu Farmasi” In this study, the researchers developed an optimum liquid shampoo formula using chia plant components and found it to meet specific physical characteristics and stability requirements, with viscosity and foam height tested within acceptable ranges.
December 2024 in “PubMed” This study evaluates the compatibility of six active pharmaceutical ingredients, including finasteride and spironolactone, with TrichoFoam™, a foam vehicle used in personalized treatments for alopecia, though it does not report specific results.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This study aimed to evaluate a herbal shampoo made from custard apple leaves for its physical properties, skin irritability, and foam formation, with a focus on efficacy and safety, particularly for addressing hair issues like lice infection.
September 2024 in “Sasambo Journal of Pharmacy” This study formulated and tested a pomegranate leaf shampoo with antifungal properties, identifying an optimal composition of 5.5% SLS and 15.5% cocamide DEA, showing good foam stability, appropriate pH, and viscosity in lab tests.
July 2023 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)” This study evaluated the resin oil of Copaifera officinalis L., identifying 64 compounds and developing validated analytical methods for quality control, and formulated a stable pharmaceutical foam, laying groundwork for potential clinical applications of copaiba oil.
This study observed that liposomes encapsulating minoxidil and PEP penetrate the skin at a slower rate but may reach deeper layers compared to a foam formulation.
February 2017 in “Medicina cutánea ibero-latino-americana” This case report documents an 8-year-old boy with alopecia areata presenting as symmetric alopecic patches with a triangular and targetoid pattern on the scalp, successfully treated with clobetasol propionate foam.
October 2013 in “Evidence-Based Practice” This study concluded that minoxidil in various formulations is effective for female pattern hair loss, generally safe, but may cause minor skin irritation, with the foam showing the fewest adverse effects.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” In this study, researchers formulated and evaluated a herbal shampoo containing Tulsi leaves, Green gram extract, Flaxseed mucilage, and potato juice, finding it to possess good cleansing, foam stability, and conditioning properties, though further development is needed to enhance quality, performance, and safety.
November 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This pilot study observed that topical sildenafil 1% significantly increased vellus and terminal hair counts in female pattern hair loss patients, but did not improve hair thickness, while topical minoxidil 5% increased terminal hair count and thickness, making it the preferred treatment option.
52 citations
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September 2021 in “Kidney International” In this report, a 23-year-old woman developed nephrotic syndrome and was diagnosed with lupus nephritis after receiving the first dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, but causation is not established.
145 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This guideline review by the European Dermatology Forum evaluates current treatments for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new research findings, aiming to assist dermatologists in selecting safe and effective therapies.