June 2025 in “Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry” In this study, researchers developed a precise and rapid method for simultaneously analyzing minoxidil and finasteride in local therapeutic formulations, ensuring that the excipients did not interfere, making it suitable for routine quality control.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study developed plant-pigment-based shampoos using extracts from Neem, Fenugreek, Hibiscus, and Butterfly Pea, which demonstrated stability, antimicrobial properties, and potential scalp benefits such as hair growth promotion and dandruff reduction, making them a promising alternative to synthetic dyes.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Natural Products” This study found that combining shikimic acid with Prunus mume fruit extract significantly reduces type I 5α-reductase levels in testosterone-stressed skin sebocytes, surpassing the effects of shikimic acid or standard acne treatments alone, and shows promise for stable, non-irritating acne remedies in cosmetic formulations.
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May 2023 in “Nanomaterials” This review explores the formulation, characterization, and applications of microemulsions, highlighting their potential for enhanced cutaneous drug delivery by improving bioavailability and enabling sustained release of both hydrophilic and hydrophobic drugs.
May 2023 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi & Herbal” In this study, researchers developed cucumber-based hair tonics and tested their physical stability, finding them to be homogenous and meet requirements for color and pH, suggesting potential use as a remedy for hair loss.
December 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” This study explains the formulation and evaluation of a natural polyherbal shampoo, which effectively colors hair and provides conditioning without the dermal and systemic toxicity risks of synthetic dyes, offering an effective alternative to conventional products.
March 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study suggests that novel lipid nanoparticle formulations may be suitable for delivering anti-alopecia compounds like minoxidil and finasteride, although their skin penetration was limited.
January 2025 in “RSC Advances” This study reported that a new formulation of finasteride solid lipid nanoparticles, combined with LPC and NTC, enhanced hair growth in mice without visible skin reactions, suggesting it could effectively manage androgenetic alopecia.
August 2021 in “Journal of Fundamental and Applied Pharmaceutical Science” In this study, a 5% black tea extract hair tonic showed hair growth-promoting activity in rabbits, achieving 9.62 mm growth by day 18, with all tested formulas proving physically stable.
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July 2006 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study evaluated four minoxidil gel formulations for alopecia treatment, finding similar drug release across membranes and stability over three months, with no skin irritation observed in mice.
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May 2018 in “Nutrition and healthy aging” This study suggests that age-related changes in skin elasticity reduce its stability against wrinkling, and anti-aging strategies should focus on addressing elastic mismatches between skin layers.
July 2012 in “Ubaya Repository (University of Surabaya)” This study found that hair growth gel and tonic containing red grape seed extract were physically and chemically unstable under high temperature and humidity conditions over 30 days.
October 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This study suggests that combining scalp cooling with resveratrol-loaded nanoparticles effectively protects hair follicles from chemotherapy-induced damage, highlighting a potential method to prevent hair loss during cancer treatment.
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December 2017 in “Cosmetics” This review study focused on various in vitro methods to evaluate skin permeation and retention of sunscreens, highlighting the importance of assessing sunscreen penetration due to widespread nanomaterial usage and advancements in cosmetic formulation.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that a microemulsion containing extracts of Hibiscus rosa sinensis and Murraya koenigii was non-irritating and more effective at controlling hair loss than a standard marketed formulation.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and evaluated herbal hair oils using traditional medicinal plants known for their nourishing and growth-promoting properties, finding that comprehensive evaluation is crucial for the standardization and scientific validation of these products as safe alternatives to synthetic hair care options.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated herbal hair oils formulated with traditional medicinal plants and reported that systematic formulation and testing are crucial for their standardization, quality assurance, and validating their safety and effectiveness as alternatives to synthetic hair products.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This study evaluated a Piper betle leaf emulgel for topical use and found it to have good stability, non-irritant properties, and significant hair growth activity in albino mice, suggesting its potential for dermatological and hair growth applications.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that valproic acid-loaded microemulsion formulations enhanced skin penetration pathways in guinea pigs compared to an aqueous solution, with composition elements like oil content and surfactant ratios significantly affecting drug delivery performance.
January 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review highlighted recent advances in nanocarrier-based topical delivery systems for skincare, emphasizing their potential to enhance ingredient stability, penetration, and targeted release while addressing specific pathophysiological skin concerns.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and tested an herbal antidandruff shampoo using plant extracts like neem, fenugreek seed, aloe vera, and clove, demonstrating antibacterial and antifungal activity against common scalp microbes and offering a potential natural alternative for dandruff treatment.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated an herbal antidandruff shampoo using plant extracts like neem, fenugreek seed, aloe vera, and clove, demonstrating its antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur and potential as a natural alternative for addressing dandruff.
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.
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May 2023 in “Cancer Nanotechnology” The researchers reported that their novel formulation of pterostilbene-loaded ethoniosomes with folic acid coating effectively targeted lung cancer cells in vitro and demonstrated promising results in animal models, indicating potential for future targeted chemotherapy applications.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study developed a herbal hair serum using Bougainvillea glabra extract and found it to be a safe and stable formulation with potential for promoting hair growth, reducing hair fall, and nourishing the scalp, without causing skin irritation.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed an herbal hair serum using extracts from guava leaf, onion peel, and neem leaves, finding it improved scalp health, reduced hair breakage, and enhanced hair texture, suggesting potential as a plant-based alternative for hair care.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that an herbal hair serum containing extracts of guava leaf, onion peel, and neem leaves improved scalp health, reduced hair breakage, and enhanced hair texture, suggesting potential as an effective alternative to synthetic hair products.
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.
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February 2022 in “Bioactive Materials” This study reported the development of pH-responsive nanoparticles that effectively deliver vancomycin in a controlled manner, demonstrated enhanced antibacterial activity, and showed promise for clinical applications by targeting bacterial infection sites with programmable drug release.
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August 2024 in “ACS Omega” This review discusses the use of nanomaterials in cosmetics, highlighting their benefits like enhanced stability and skin penetration, while also noting potential health risks and the role of natural ingredients in formulations.