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.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this case study, a female patient with alopecia areata experienced significant symptom reduction after Ayurvedic treatments including Nasya and Pracchanna karma, suggesting potential effectiveness of this approach for managing autoimmune hair disorders.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report highlights the role of mental symptoms in tailoring homoeopathic treatment for a 24-year-old male with alopecia barbae, a localized non-scarring hair loss condition affecting the beard, emphasizing the psychological component in its management.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this case study, a female patient with alopecia areata experienced significant symptom reduction following Ayurvedic treatment, including Nasya and Pracchanna karma, suggesting potential benefits of Ayurveda for autoimmune hair disorders.
March 2026 in “Anti-Aging Eastern Europe” This review examines current evidence on personalized management strategies for PCOS, but does not present new clinical results; the authors advocate for treatments tailored to predominant symptoms and individual health profiles.
March 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This report details a case study where a 40-year-old woman experienced allergic contact dermatitis and angioedema-like symptoms after using PPD-containing hair dye. Patch testing confirmed a positive reaction to PPD, highlighting the substance's potential to cause both T-cell and IgE-mediated hypersensitivity reactions.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this report, a clinical case demonstrated complete hair regrowth in a 29-year-old male with recurrent alopecia areata following five months of Ayurvedic treatments, including Virechan therapy, Shamana Chikitsa, and leech therapy, with no adverse effects reported.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report details a 29-year-old male with recurrent alopecia areata who achieved complete hair regrowth after five months of Ayurvedic treatments, including Virechan therapy, Shamana Chikitsa, and Jalaukavacharana, with no adverse effects.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, two cases of generalized hypertrichosis in young children were reported as resulting from indirect exposure to topical minoxidil through skin contact with caregivers, emphasizing the importance of preventing unintended contact and recognizing potential reversible side effects in pediatric populations.
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.
February 2026 in “BMC Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This review suggests that induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) hold promise for treating chronic wounds, but further work is needed to address safety, efficacy, and translation from preclinical models to real-world applications.
February 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study highlights that while hair oiling is an important cultural tradition in India, it may cause scalp issues for some people, suggesting a need for balanced, evidence-based dermatological advice.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, a 20-year-old woman with chronic spontaneous urticaria experienced clinical improvement after receiving personalized homeopathic treatment with Natrum muriaticum 1M, underscoring the potential role of individualized homeopathy in managing this condition.
January 2026 in “AYUSHDHARA” This study compared two Ayurvedic treatments for alopecia and found that applying Chirabilwa Lepa after Prachanna led to significantly better improvement in hair regrowth than using Gunja Lepa after Prachanna among the 60 patients studied.
January 2026 in “Industrial Crops and Products” In this study, oral administration of ginsenoside Rf from Panax ginseng promoted hair regrowth and increased hair thickness in a mouse model of androgenetic alopecia by enhancing androgen receptor degradation, highlighting its potential for cosmetic and functional food applications.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study observed significant hair regrowth and near-complete restoration in a 32-year-old female with Alopecia Areata (Indralupta in Ayurveda) treated over two months with a comprehensive Ayurvedic regimen, suggesting potential effectiveness of these therapies for this condition.
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.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this clinical study, Prachhanna followed by Guñjā lepa was found to be more effective than PRP therapy with Minoxidil 5% in improving hair regrowth and reducing symptoms in patients with Indralupta (Alopecia Areata), achieving 91.14% overall improvement compared to 74.74% for the alternative treatment.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study observed that Prachhanna followed by Guñjā lepa was more effective than Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy with Minoxidil 5% in promoting hair regrowth and reducing symptoms of Indralupta, showing greater reductions in hair loss and itching over a 45-day period.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This study observed substantial improvements in scalp-hair coverage, symptom burden, and psychosocial functioning in 100 patients with alopecia areata treated with individualized homeopathic medicines, noting statistically significant reductions in SALT scores and improvements in AA-IGA categories over 18 months.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science” This article discusses the similarities between alopecia areata and Indralupta in Ayurveda and reports no new clinical results, highlighting traditional and modern management approaches for the condition.
January 2026 in “RSC Medicinal Chemistry” This study notes the ongoing challenge in developing new drugs for androgenetic alopecia, mentioning that both minoxidil and finasteride were originally intended for treating hypertension. Results are not reported.
January 2026 in “Chemical Communications” This study found that calanthoside, a compound isolated from Calanthe species, promotes the proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells more effectively than minoxidil.
December 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study highlights that dermoscopy is an essential, non-invasive tool for diagnosing and monitoring alopecia areata, with various dermoscopic patterns associated with disease severity and activity, but also emphasizes the need for improved topical therapies and standardized criteria, especially for diverse populations.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a case of alopecia areata was successfully treated using Ayurvedic medicine, highlighting its potential as an alternative to corticosteroids and immunosuppressants, which can have serious adverse effects with prolonged use.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this article, the authors discuss Ayurvedic concepts and treatments for Indralupta (Alopecia Areata), highlighting a case successfully managed with Ayurvedic medicine, while contrasting it with modern therapies like corticosteroids and immunosuppressants, which have significant side effects.
November 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study focused on treating 'Indralupta' or alopecia areata using Ayurvedic methods such as Prachanna Karma, finding it promising for improving perifollicular vascularization and addressing hair loss attributed to vitiated Rakta as defined by traditional texts.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report documents a successful treatment of alopecia areata using Ayurvedic management, suggesting that Ayurveda could help restore balance and promote hair regrowth in this autoimmune condition.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes the successful treatment of alopecia areata using Ayurvedic management, suggesting that Ayurveda may aid in rebalancing the body and promoting hair regrowth in autoimmune conditions.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical Trials” This article highlights India's suitability as a strategic location for dermatology clinical trials due to its diverse patient population and cost-effective environment, offering insights on optimizing trials through advanced diagnostics, regulatory compliance, and ethical governance to attract global sponsors.