December 2025 in “GARI International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research” This study examines Ayurvedic approaches to managing premature hair greying, highlighting the potential of herbal formulations, lifestyle interventions, and rejuvenative therapies as safe, sustainable alternatives, though more rigorous clinical trials are needed to validate these methods.
December 2021 in “International research journal of pharmacy” This study evaluated the physicochemical properties of Neelibhringadi keratailam and found significant variations in market samples compared to a prepared sample, indicating potential quality control issues.
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review discusses the historical concepts of hirsutism in Unani Medicine and evaluates herbal treatments, indicating these may influence underlying endocrine issues but current evidence remains insufficient.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine” This case report documented a successful treatment of alopecia areata using Ayurvedic management, highlighting the potential of Ayurveda to address autoimmune diseases with fewer side effects compared to conventional treatments.
December 2022 in “Himi, himijn tehnologijn hùrèèlèngijn èrdèm šinžilgèènij bùtèèl” This study found that using the "Khalgai" hair care products enriched with copper and zinc for 28 days led to increased hair density, diameter, and follicular unit count in women, indicating improved hair morphology.
This study found that administering gingerol improved survival and reduced organ damage in mouse models of chronic graft-versus-host disease by modulating T cell differentiation and inflammatory cytokines, suggesting a novel therapeutic approach for steroid-refractory cases.
December 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This article discusses the ancient Ayurvedic explanations of premature greying, or Akala Palitya, highlighting how modern lifestyle factors like stress and pollution have increased its prevalence, particularly in urban and developing areas.
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January 2021 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology”
January 2024 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” This study reports that in a single-case study, a 24-year-old female with alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth after undergoing seven sessions of Jalaukavacharana (leech therapy) along with Ayurvedic medication, suggesting these treatments may be beneficial for such cases.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This case report describes an 18-year-old female with alopecia areata who experienced hair regrowth within seven days following Prachana Vidhi treatment in an Ayurvedic setting, suggesting this approach may offer effective results for patchy hair loss.
November 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses categorization changes for Hair Transplant Surgeon members at the British Association of Hair Restoration Surgery and reports no clinical outcomes.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This study concluded that a hair emulgel formulation combining extracts from four medicinal plants demonstrated desirable characteristics of spreadability, viscosity, pH, and safety, making it effective, harmless, and economical for potential hair care use.
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October 2011 This study concluded that a compound formulation was effective in improving various clinical symptoms of dermatophytosis, including itching, scaling, and erythema, after 45 days of treatment.
September 2023 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This case report documented a 74-year-old female with alopecic patches and other skin issues during talquetamab therapy for multiple myeloma, suggesting that the drug may cause skin-related adverse effects due to reactivity to GPRC5D-expressing structures.
January 2025 in “RGUHS Journal of Ayush Sciences” This case report details the treatment of a 20-year-old woman with telogen effluvium using Ayurvedic methods, including a 21-day Nasya karma regimen with Bhringaraja Taila and Narasimha Rasayana for six months, and highlights the improvement in her symptoms, suggesting efficacy in managing hair loss.
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January 2007 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” This study found that garlic gel significantly improved the efficacy of topical betamethasone valerate in treating alopecia areata compared to placebo.
This study concluded that the antioxidant and hair growth activity of Trigonella plants were higher compared to Geranium wallichianum, with a potential correlation between antioxidant activity and hair growth in albino rats.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review focuses on the formulation and evaluation of an herbal hair gel using natural ingredients, which reportedly strengthens hair roots, reduces hair fall, and promotes scalp health as a safer alternative to synthetic products, through various properties like moisturizing and antimicrobial effects.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and tested an eco-friendly herbal hair gel containing extracts from curry leaf, flaxseed, and Aloe vera, finding that formulation F9 excelled in viscosity, spreadability, extrudability, antifungal activity, and stability, making it a promising sustainable alternative to synthetic hair gels.
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October 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This study reviewed the pharmacological properties of Priyaladi lepa, an Ayurvedic formulation, and reported its potential anti-dandruff benefits due to anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, anti-pruritic, antioxidant, and exfoliation effects, warranting further research for managing Darunaka (dandruff).
January 2019 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This commentary discusses the need for community dermatology initiatives in developing countries to improve skin health awareness and addresses how outreach events can provide valuable insights into common dermatological conditions.
This study investigated whether combinations of green tea leaf and gotukola extracts could act as a hair growth stimulant but reports no definitive results on the most effective combination.
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November 2022 in “The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India”
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.
In this study, Neeli Bhringadi hair oil showed statistically significant improvements in hair growth rate, density, thickness, and reduction in premature graying on participants with androgenetic alopecia and hair graying over 120 days, supporting its potential use in integrative hair care.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” This case study observed that a Unani medicine regimen significantly improved hair shedding and quality of life in a 24-year-old female with Telogen Effluvium following a febrile illness, showing potential effectiveness and safety in this context.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair serum containing neem, hibiscus, and curry leaves, reporting good stability, beneficial effects on hair texture, dandruff reduction, and potential hair growth stimulation, suggesting it as a safe alternative to synthetic hair care products.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a polyherbal hair serum containing neem, hibiscus, and curry leaves extract, finding it to be stable, physicochemically suitable, and potentially effective in improving hair texture, reducing dandruff, and stimulating hair growth.
June 2025 in “International Journal of AYUSH Case Reports” This case study reports successful treatment of alopecia areata in a 22-year-old woman using an Ayurvedic approach, including microneedling and herbal therapies, which improved her SALT score from 22% to 0% after one month.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report documented that a comprehensive Ayurvedic treatment, including therapies like Vamana and Jalaukavacharana, achieved significant hair regrowth in a 32-year-old female with Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) over two months without adverse effects.