April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the development and benefits of herbal hair dye formulations using medicinal plants like henna and indigo, noting their potential as safer, eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes due to their nourishing and protective properties for hair and scalp.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review concludes that herbal hair dyes made from medicinal plants like henna and indigo offer a promising natural alternative to synthetic hair colorants, potentially reducing side effects while providing additional benefits such as hair nourishment and scalp protection.
March 2026 in “Aging Research” This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of skin aging research, highlighting the interplay of genetic and environmental factors, cellular mechanisms, and advances in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, while also addressing current debates and future directions in the anti-aging field.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This review explores the impact of synthetic and herbal drugs on hormone levels and ovarian tissue in PCOD but reports no new clinical findings.
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October 2016 in “Steroids” This study developed and validated a label-free assay using LC-MS to screen for S5αR inhibitors, identifying Thai herbal extracts, Impatiens balsamina L. and Curcuma longa L., as promising sources.
This study developed a natural herbal hair dye powder using Eclipta prostrata, Nigella sativa, and Aloe Vera, which offers safe and environmentally friendly hair coloring while avoiding harmful effects associated with conventional dyes.
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October 2019 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This study suggests that the hydrogel nanoparticle formulation of hair growth-promoting compounds may enhance hair follicle penetration and induce hair growth in tested models, demonstrating its potential as a hair growth treatment.
This study concluded that a shampoo with 10% sodium lauryl sulfate showed the best physical properties among the tested formulas, aligning closely with the Indonesian National Standard.
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January 2019 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that various herbal plant compounds, like those from aloe vera and turmeric, offer effective and safe benefits for skin care, anti-aging, and dandruff treatment, without adverse reactions commonly linked to synthetic cosmetics, as reported by this source.
This review highlights various plant-based and herbal treatments that reportedly help prevent hair loss and encourage hair growth. It also explores the molecular mechanisms, identified plant compounds, recent technologies such as nanoarchitectonics, and patents related to hair growth promotion.
June 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This review explored the potential of medicinal plants and natural compounds as alternative treatments for baldness, identifying several with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may help reduce hair loss.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This study used molecular docking to analyze nine compounds from the Siddha herbal formulation Kushtakudori ennai, finding that they may effectively interact with androgen receptors to hinder hair follicle shrinkage and potentially reduce hair loss, showing potential as anti-alopecia treatments.
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October 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study identified several compounds from traditional Chinese medicines that may inhibit prostaglandin D2 synthase, potentially providing promising candidates for treating androgenic alopecia with minimal adverse skin reactions.
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July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review highlights the benefits of using natural herbal extracts, containing compounds like polyphenols and flavonoids, in anti-aging skincare formulations, suggesting they offer moisturizing, antioxidant, and rejuvenating effects, especially when incorporated with nano-formulations for enhanced efficacy.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study focused on formulating and assessing flaxseed herbal oil for its potential to moisturize and nourish hair, highlighting flaxseed's rich content of beneficial compounds such as omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which support scalp health and promote hair growth.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of flaxseed oil for moisturizing and nourishing hair, highlighting its rich content of beneficial compounds, but it reports no clinical results.
August 2022 in “Indonesian Journal of Medical Chemistry and Bioinformatics” This in-silico study identified several compounds as potential Vitamin D Receptor agonists, with Dolichosterone showing the strongest binding energy.
May 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review highlights the potential use of herbal plants like Amla, Bhringraj, Hibiscus, and others in hair care, focusing on their bioactive compounds that may promote hair growth, reduce dandruff, and enhance hair texture.
March 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study reports that Murraya koenigii (curry leaf) extract, rich in bioactive compounds, shows potential in promoting hair growth and improving scalp health through increased follicle density, reduced hair loss, and antimicrobial effects, with clinical trials supporting these benefits.
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April 2020 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This review assessed experimental studies on herbs used for alopecia, identifying potential mechanisms involving hair cycle management and keratinocyte processes, but highlighted a need for improved evidence on quality control and toxicity of these herbal treatments.
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June 2025 in “Fermentation” This study found that solid-state fermentation using probiotic lactic acid bacteria significantly enhanced the antioxidant properties and bioactive composition of Radix Angelica gigas compared to non-fermented herbs, suggesting a potential method for modernizing traditional herbal medicine.
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November 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” This study found that cucurbitacin I from bitter melon most effectively inhibited the growth of lung cancer cells and promoted hair cell growth in cell cultures.
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January 2024 in “JBRA” This article reviews potential herbal compounds for polycystic ovarian syndrome and suggests they could be used alongside existing treatments, but presents no new experimental findings.
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September 2015 in “Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society” This study presents a new method using UPLC-ESI-MS/MS for analyzing the constituents of a medicinal herbal complex extract, which includes herbs traditionally used to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth; no clinical results were reported.
This study focused on extracting compounds from curry leaves using various methods and evaluated the extract's purity, solubility, and stability, suggesting potential health benefits like improved digestion and hair growth.
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July 2021 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” This review summarizes research finding over 150 new molecules with various biological activities from traditional herbal medicines studied in China, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh.
August 2023 in “Apple Academic Press eBooks” This review highlights that various parts of Eclipta prostrata contain compounds with potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and hair growth-promoting effects, among other activities.
January 2010 in “Research and Practice on Chinese Medicines” This study found that coffee extraction and its active compound, caffeotannic acid, showed high enzyme inhibition activity against 5a-reductase in an in vitro model.
January 2026 in “Indus journal of bioscience research.” In this study, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis extract was used to formulate and evaluate herbal cosmetic creams for their antioxidant properties, stability, and effectiveness. The formulations demonstrated strong antioxidant potential, stability under various conditions, and favorable cosmetic qualities, suggesting HRS as a beneficial ingredient in skincare products.
This chapter provides an overview of diverse herbal substances used in cosmetics, noting their popularity due to perceived safety over synthetic components, and their roles as antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, antiseptics, antibacterials, and in enhancing hair and skin health.