12 citations,
January 2003 in “Dermatology Online Journal” A new treatment for hair loss was tested and most participants saw their hair loss stop within 2-8 weeks, with up to 50% more hair after 4 months, and no side effects.
44 citations,
November 2012 in “International journal of nanomedicine” A new method improves silicone oil coating on hair, enhancing moisture and lubrication.
19 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Prunus mira nut oil helps hair grow by affecting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
18 citations,
December 2016 in “Phytomedicine” Curcuma aeruginosa essential oil effectively reduces hair growth and lightens underarm skin.
13 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Cacumen Platycladi oil promotes hair growth better than minoxidil.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Saudi Chemical Society” Watercress oil may promote hair growth by activating specific receptors.
4 citations,
March 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Clove oil in emu oil helps condition hair and promote hair growth.
3 citations,
January 2019 Amla oil may help treat hair loss.
2 citations,
January 2012 SESA oil is five times more effective and safe for hair and scalp issues than coconut oil.
1 citations,
April 2022 in “Acta histochemica” Pumpkin seed oil promotes hair growth and improves hair texture without harmful effects.
1 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Cosmetology” Lavender oil promotes hair growth in mice.
Coconut oil can damage hair by clogging pores, causing frizz, and disrupting moisture balance.
August 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” Oral sturgeon oil promotes hair growth and improves gut health.
July 2024 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” Microsponges with rosemary oil significantly improve hair growth compared to regular rosemary oil and minoxidil.
Whale oil significantly promotes hair growth and may be a safe, effective alternative to minoxidil.
December 2023 in “Gugje bogeon mi-yong haghoeji” Scalp scaling with aroma oil improves scalp condition and user satisfaction.
August 2023 in “The Indonesian Biomedical Journal” Rosemary essential oil improved hair growth and thickness in UVB-exposed mice.
February 2023 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” Aroma essential oils in shampoo may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
January 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Olive oil can help regrow hair lost due to COVID-19 or vaccination.
September 2022 in “KnE medicine” Argan oil in hair tonic increases hair growth and weight in mice, with the best results at 3% concentration.
Coconut oil helps protect and improve damaged hair.
Cinnamon oil works as well as minoxidil for hair growth.
January 2013 in “Annals of Ayurvedic Medicine” Abrus precatorius seed oil promotes hair growth and has antifungal properties.
January 2011 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Pig oil was found to significantly promote hair growth in rats, more effectively than Minoxidil.
11 citations,
October 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” A new drug delivery system using oil body-bound oleosin-rhFGF-10 improves wound healing and hair growth in mice.
10 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” Red ginseng oil may help grow hair and protect skin from UVC light.
9 citations,
December 2013 in “Toxicological Research” Chamaecyparis obtusa oil may help hair grow similarly to minoxidil by affecting certain growth markers and cell factors.
6 citations,
November 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Para rubber seed oil is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.
4 citations,
February 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Pumpkin seed oil slightly outperforms minoxidil foam in treating hair loss with fewer side effects.
3 citations,
November 2019 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Pumpkin seed oil may help hair grow and could be an alternative treatment for male hair loss.