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.
December 2025 in “eTheses of Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University (Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University)” This study found that an optimal combination of ethnomedicinal extracts from East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, significantly increased hair length in mice, suggesting potential as a natural agent for hair growth through antioxidant mechanisms.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated a herbal hair dye using natural ingredients like indigo and henna, finding that it provides excellent color, better dye retention, and is more environmentally friendly compared to conventional chemical hair dyes, without side effects.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a herbal hair dye using ingredients like Indigo, Henna, and amla, which showed excellent color retention and were found to be more eco-friendly and safer for health compared to traditional chemical hair dyes.
April 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study developed and tested a herbal hair growth tonic using medicinal plant extracts on animal models, reporting higher anagen/telogen ratio, follicular density, and hair length compared to controls, suggesting it as a potential natural alternative to synthetic products.
This review article underscores the benefits of herbal hair oil formulations, which include ingredients like Bhringraj leaves and coconut oil, in promoting hair health with fewer side effects compared to chemical products, offering nutrients for sebaceous gland function.
December 2024 in “Journal of Student Research” In this study, the researchers observed that using a shampoo containing hibiscus extract every two days was more effective at reducing hair loss among a small group of cosmetology students compared to using it every three days.
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.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Science and Research Archive” This study focused on developing an effective herbal hair conditioner using ingredients like Custard Apple, Aloe Vera, and Hibiscus Flower, and evaluated its properties such as pH, stability, and moisturizing efficacy.
February 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study introduced a unique herbal hair oil formulation that combines natural extracts such as coconut oil, sesame seeds, and hibiscus to hydrate the scalp, stimulate hair follicles, and improve overall hair appearance, aiming to address issues like thinning, dryness, and dandruff.
July 2023 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” In this single case study, Ayurvedic treatments using Madhuka taila nasya and Japaakusumadi lepa were reported to benefit a patient with premature hair graying, suggesting a potential safe and effective alternative to conventional methods.
July 2023 in “International journal of life science and pharma research” In this study, a herbal hair cream containing extracts from Hibiscus rosa sinensis, Eclipta alba, and Solanum nigrum was developed, showing promising in-vitro inhibition of the 5α-reductase enzyme and potential benefits for alopecia treatment.
June 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This study found that the methanolic extract of Hibiscus rosa sinensis exhibits promising 5α-reductase inhibitory activity, suggesting its potential use in the treatment of androgenic conditions like male pattern hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
June 2022 in “Jurnal Health Sains” This review discusses plant-based alternatives for hair tonic formulations to address hair loss and contains no new clinical results, advocating for plant extracts as safer options than synthetic ingredients.
December 2021 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” In this study, researchers formulated a polyherbal hair oil using ingredients like coconut and castor oils, and reported that it boosts hair growth, reduces hair fall and dandruff, and adds shine, with minimal adverse effects compared to market formulations.
January 2016 in “Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia” In this study, hibiscus leaf extract hair tonic at 10% concentration showed better hair growth promotion activity compared to minoxidil 2% in a rabbit model, although it caused eye irritation.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” This article explores the role of ethno-medicinal plants in hair growth and loss treatments but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting Ayurveda's long-standing use in addressing hair-related issues.
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February 2021 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study measured heavy metal concentrations in Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Eclipta alba, and Solanum nigrum, finding that levels for Cu, Cr, Cd, Hg, As, and Pb were within WHO safe limits, suggesting these medicinal plant extracts are free from heavy metal toxicity concerns.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This study explored the antibacterial and wound-healing effects of an 80% methanol extract from Hibiscus micranthus leaves, finding it effective against several bacterial strains and beneficial for wound healing in rats.
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.
January 2016 in “MRIMS Journal of Health Sciences” This study found that cultural hair care practices, such as frequent head baths and the use of Hibiscus leaf powder, may help prevent hair loss in Malayalam girls compared to Andhra girls.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal hair oil formulation that demonstrated favorable physicochemical properties and benefits such as anti-dandruff, anti-hair fall, and hair growth-promoting effects, with formulation F2 identified as the optimal blend for herbal hair care.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil made from natural ingredients and found that the F2 formulation demonstrated favorable physicochemical properties, good stability, and beneficial activities such as anti-dandruff, anti-hair fall, and hair growth promotion, identifying it as optimal for herbal hair care applications.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated and evaluated a polyherbal hair dye using Phyllanthus reticulatus fruit and other natural ingredients, reporting that the dye provided satisfactory color, stability, scalp pH compatibility, and did not cause irritation, also demonstrating antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that benefit scalp health.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed and evaluated a polyherbal hair dye using Phyllanthus reticulatus fruit, finding it to be a safe, effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic dyes, with added antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits for scalp health.
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January 2020 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” This study concluded that a formulated herbal shampoo outperformed synthetic counterparts in detergency and maintaining a shiny, oily hair appearance, suggesting it could be a better alternative due to fewer harmful effects like hair dryness and keratin loss.
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December 2021 in “Journal of medicinal plants” This review discusses the diverse bioactivities and potential applications of Halocnemum strobilaceum but reports no new experimental findings.
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July 2020 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This study identified 26 bioactive compounds in the ethanol extract of Indigofera tinctoria leaves, which are linked to various therapeutic activities, supporting its traditional medicinal use in treating numerous health conditions.
August 2023 in “Apple Academic Press eBooks” This study highlights the medicinal applications of the plant Hedychium spicatum, noting its use in traditional medicine for various ailments and its extracts' bioactive properties, such as anticancer, antibacterial, and hepatoprotective effects.