June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that henna (Lawsonia inermis) presents a safer alternative to synthetic hair dyes, though its color range and stability are limited; it emphasizes the need for advanced formulations and global regulatory harmonization to enhance henna's acceptance as a standardized hair dye.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviewed the properties and safety of henna as a hair dye and found it to be safer than synthetic dyes but with limitations in color range and stability.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that natural hair dyes from plant-derived pigments can produce viable colors on gray hair with low irritation potential, though they face challenges in shade range and consistency; some products may also be adulterated, affecting safety perceptions.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review summarizes current research on natural hair dyes, reporting that plant-based formulations can safely provide viable colors on gray hair with minimal irritation compared to synthetic options but face challenges in color range and consistency.
March 2026 in “INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT” This study suggests that herbal hair dyes, using natural pigments, may provide a safer, eco-friendly alternative to traditional synthetic dyes, although their effectiveness depends on application technique and botanical purity.
December 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” This study explains the formulation and evaluation of a natural polyherbal shampoo, which effectively colors hair and provides conditioning without the dermal and systemic toxicity risks of synthetic dyes, offering an effective alternative to conventional products.
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.
This review highlights Neelibhringadi Hair Oil as a traditional Ayurvedic option for managing hair issues like dandruff and thinning, supported by its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but emphasizes the need for modern clinical trials to confirm its effectiveness.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This study explores the potential of herbal hair dyes as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes, highlighting their natural coloring ability and additional benefits like scalp nourishment and hair strengthening, while evaluating factors such as pH, spreadability, and color fastness.
This study concluded that herbal hair dye formulations, particularly two-stage applications with henna, provide darker colors and may offer added protective benefits for hair and skin due to their plant-based ingredients.
April 2024 in “Pharmacognosy research” In this study, researchers developed a herbal hair dye using henna and other natural ingredients that achieved a color similar to natural black on blonde hair, though further testing on various hair shades is needed to explore its full benefits.
This study evaluated various herbal blends of powdered leaves, including Henna and Indigo, for their coloring and sensitivity reactions, finding Henna and Indigo to be effective natural colorants for achieving a reddish-brown hair color with better retention than marketed herbal hair dyes.
August 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated various herbal combinations for hair coloring and found that a formulation of Henna and Indigo provided a natural reddish-brown color with better retention compared to marketed herbal hair dyes, without using synthetic agents that can cause allergic reactions.
April 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Natural and holistic treatments offer alternative options for nail psoriasis and hair loss.
October 2019 in “Innovative Journal of Medical and Health Science” This study suggests that certain herbs may reverse the catagen phase in hair growth, potentially providing a treatment approach for alopecia.
October 2006 in “Eclética Química” This study presents three spectrophotometric methods for determining finasteride in bulk and tablet forms, showing a linear relationship between absorbance and finasteride concentration.
August 2025 in “Sri Lankan Journal of Applied Sciences” This review article examines the therapeutic potential and traditional use of 15 medicinal plants in Sri Lankan indigenous medicine for treating skin diseases, based on a literature review from studies dated 1990 to 2024.
March 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences and drug research” In this review, the authors explored current and novel treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, noting both FDA-approved pharmacologic treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and various non-pharmacologic and surgical methods, including hair transplantation and scalp micro-pigmentation.
January 2012 in “Journal of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine” This paper discusses Professor WEI Yue-gang's approach to treating androgenetic alopecia with Traditional Chinese Medicine and reports no new clinical results.
January 2011 in “Healthcare Informatics Research” This study found that symptoms like dry hair, seborrheic scalps, and certain lifestyle factors correlate with hair loss in patients at hair loss clinics.
February 2020 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” This article explores Ayurvedic approaches to treating hair disorders and provides no new clinical results, highlighting practices like using herbal treatments for hair loss and greying.
September 2023 in “Chinese Journal of Integrative Nursing” This article discusses Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches to treating alopecia areata, outlining etiology, treatment stages, and methods, but does not report new clinical results.
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May 2022 in “Ethnobotany research and applications” This study documented the indigenous uses of 68 medicinal plant species for food and beverages across three ethnic communities in Southwest Pakistan, with implications for sustainable development and cross-cultural understanding.
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November 2010 in “Human Reproduction” This study found that young indigenous South Asian women with polycystic ovary syndrome are more likely to be centrally obese and have metabolic syndrome, particularly with increasing age, higher BMI, and acanthosis nigricans.
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November 2022 in “Diversity” This review highlights the potential of indigenous southern African foods rich in phytochemicals and soluble dietary fibers to combat cardiovascular disease in economically disadvantaged urban populations in South Africa by improving dietary diversity and affordability.
March 2024 in “Jordan Journal of Biological Sciences” This study reported that the Pamona indigenous community near Lake Poso, Indonesia, relies on 21 macrofungi species for diverse uses, including food and medicine, helping to address malnutrition and disease prevention.
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August 2023 in “The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences” This study identified 1277 genomic regions selected for traits in indigenous Chinese goats, including cashmere fiber, reproduction, size, and high-altitude adaptation, revealing key candidate genes for these phenotypes through whole-genome resequencing.
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January 2017 in “Social Science Research Network” This paper suggests that to better protect traditional and indigenous knowledge, TKDL should expand its database or establish a separate confidential resource for indigenous, tribal, and nomadic communities.
June 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” In this study, researchers observed that heat stress significantly affected hair and skin traits in two indigenous goat breeds, with Kodi Aadu goats demonstrating greater thermal resilience compared to Kanni Aadu goats, potentially due to differences in gene expression and methylation.