January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study developed an herbal shampoo with Emblica officinalis (amla) and Eclipta alba (bhringraj), known from Ayurvedic medicine, which showed effective cleansing ability and improved hair texture and manageability, suggesting it is a promising chemical-free option for hair care.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Clinical Research” This study reported the development of a scalp serum containing Beta-Sitosterol and nutrient-rich oils, showing stable physicochemical properties, suggesting potential for promoting hair growth and scalp health, though further clinical testing in humans is needed to confirm effectiveness.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” In this research, topical gels using natural mucilages from okra and hibiscus were successfully formulated to deliver diclofenac diethylamine, with hibiscus mucilage at 10% showing the best performance as a gelling agent based on various physicochemical tests.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Newgen Research in Pharmacy & Healthcare” In this study, Eclipta alba phytosomes were developed to enhance the bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy of its bioactive compounds, showing improved in vitro antioxidant activity and significant in vivo anticancer effects compared to the free extract.
December 2024 in “Biomedical & Pharmacology Journal” In this study, researchers developed and assessed two polyherbal hair tonic formulations, finding that Hair Tonic A containing 10% white tea extract improved hair thickness, manageability, and anti-frizz properties, particularly for blonde and black hair, while demonstrating greater stability compared to Hair Tonic B.
December 2024 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International” This study found that a topical gel formulation containing Dutasteride-loaded niosomes was stable for 90 days and facilitated improved drug release, suggesting potential for enhanced bioavailability in topical applications.
November 2024 in “Research Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study developed an herbal shampoo using beetroot and sunflower seed extracts, aiming to provide multiple hair benefits compared to conventional shampoos, which typically offer only a single benefit for hair and scalp care.
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.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Social health” This study concluded that a hair-nourishing formulation combining virgin coconut oil and 4% chilli oil significantly enhanced hair growth in white rats over a 21-day period, while also exhibiting good physical stability under varying storage conditions.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This study evaluated herbal hair gels made with extracts of flax seed and curry leaves, finding that the formulations offered good texture, stability, and sensory appeal while promoting healthy hair and scalp without irritation, making them suitable for regular use.
This study evaluated a newly formulated herbal hair growth serum, containing natural ingredients like olive oil, hibiscus, and amla, which showed promising preliminary results in improving hair growth, strength, and overall hair health.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Pharma Professional’s Research (IJPPR)” This study developed and characterized Quercetin-loaded nanogels, finding that they showed promising potential for enhanced drug delivery and stability in treating Alopecia, with an optimized batch achieving a drug release of 95.32% over 12 hours.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Life Science Research Archive” This study formulated and evaluated a laboratory-scale herbal shampoo using natural ingredients like Ficus Religiosa and Aloevera, reporting good cleansing, froth stability, and ideal physicochemical properties, though further development is needed to enhance product performance and safety.
October 2024 in “Current Trends in Biotechnology and Pharmacy” In this study, researchers developed a halal shampoo containing Centella asiatica and Phyllanthus emblica extracts, finding that a formula with specific concentrations exhibited high antioxidant activity and ideal physicochemical properties for hair cleansing and potential hair growth promotion.
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 “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Life Science” This review highlights several natural ingredients, including Citrus Sinensis, Nigella sativa, flax seed, and coconut oil, that may promote hair growth and prevent hair loss due to their protective and nourishing properties, focusing on their formulation into hair serum.
June 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study developed and evaluated a Neem, Tulsi, and Aloe vera-based anti-dandruff shampoo, finding it effective and safe, potentially offering a natural alternative to conventional antifungal shampoos for managing dandruff and maintaining scalp health.
June 2024 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal hair gel using flax seed and aloe vera for promoting hair development and combating dandruff, finding that one formulation maintained long-term stability and antifungal efficacy.
June 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This study explored the effects of hair tonics made from a combination of kelor leaf and fragrant pandan leaf ethanol extracts on rat hair growth, finding that these combinations influenced hair growth when compared to single extract formulations over 28 days.
This study developed a topical dutasteride-loaded Insitu-emulgel for treating androgenetic alopecia, finding it effectively controls drug release, enhances skin penetration, and may improve patient compliance compared to traditional topical treatments, though further clinical research is underway.
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.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” This study designed fast-dissolving Minoxidil tablets to improve patient compliance and found that formulations containing 6% croscarmellose sodium were optimal, showing rapid in-vitro dispersion and effective drug release without drug interaction.
May 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” The study developed a hair cream using extracts from plants like Hibiscus rosa sinensis and Nigella sativa, reporting that it may protect the scalp and hair by providing antimicrobial effects, promoting hair growth, and preventing hair fall and graying.
February 2024 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This study formulated a herbal hair oil using various plant extracts in coconut oil and reported its physical and chemical properties, such as viscosity and pH, but did not provide findings on its effects on hair health.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Progressive Research in Engineering Management and Science” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and traditional herbs and found it to be safe, effective, and efficient in treating hair loss, with pronounced results in foaming, washing, and environmental friendliness.
January 2024 in “Forte Journal” This study found that formula 4 of the citronella and coconut oil combination promoted rabbit hair growth comparably to the positive control.
January 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study formulated a poly-herbal shampoo using ingredients like hibiscus, neem, and alo-vera and evaluated its cosmetic properties, reporting positive organoleptic and physico-chemical characteristics, with the potential for safe use as a hair cleansing and conditioning product.
This study evaluated various herbal blends of powdered leaves, including Henna and Indigo, for their coloring and sensitivity reactions, finding Henna and Indigo to be effective natural colorants for achieving a reddish-brown hair color with better retention than marketed herbal hair dyes.
January 2024 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and tested a new herbal hair oil combining fenugreek and aloe vera, reporting enhanced hair growth, effective dandruff protection, and a glossy finish, outperforming a marketed product while having minimal side effects.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Medical Sciences” The researchers in this study suggest that using plant-based hair serums, which combine herbs and botanical phytochemicals, can enhance therapeutic benefits for hair and skin, offering improvements like deep nutrition, skin suppleness, and UV protection compared to individual herb use.