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August 2013 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This study assessed the effects of the poly herbal formulation Hairbac, reporting significant improvements in hair texture, density, and loss among females with diffuse hair fall, with no adverse effects noted.
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August 2014 in “International Research Journal of Pharmacy” This study suggests that Ayurvedic practices such as nasal therapy with sesame oil and head massage with neem oil may effectively alleviate dandruff symptoms over one month.
April 2026 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, the developed polyherbal shampoo with Hibiscus rosa-sinensis exhibited good stability and cleansing properties, suggesting it may be an effective natural alternative to synthetic anti-hair fall products.
This study found that an ethanolic extract of Semicarpus anacardium nuts reduced blood glucose levels and improved enzyme activities related to carbohydrate metabolism in normal rats.
July 2026 in “Bandung Conference Series Pharmacy” This study found that rosemary oil from PT. Eteris Nusantara meets European Pharmacopoeia quality standards and is suitable for further hair growth pharmaceutical formulation.
This study found that liquid nitrogen cryotherapy resulted in good responses in 33% of patients with recalcitrant alopecia areata, although nearly 30% showed no response.
March 2026 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research” In this study, Ark-e-Kasni was found to alleviate PCOS symptoms in rats by restoring hormonal levels, improving insulin sensitivity, and reducing inflammation and cystic follicles, suggesting its therapeutic potential via diverse molecular mechanisms.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, individualized homeopathic treatment based on symptom totality led to anxiety reduction, halted lesion progression, and complete cosmetic recovery in a 30-year-old male with alopecia areata barbae, highlighting a potential area for further controlled studies.
June 2024 in “Current Developments in Nutrition” In this study, KeraGLO, a nutritional supplement with hydrolyzed keratin, was shown to significantly improve skin wrinkle depth, smoothness, moisture, firmness, and hair health in healthy adult females over a 90-day period at both 500mg and 1000mg doses compared to baseline.
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January 2023 This study found that patients with alopecia areata experience reduced quality of life, particularly among women and those with severe or long-lasting disease.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This abstract describes the intended benefits of Kerablak Calcium Pantothenate Tablet for hair health but reports no new clinical study findings.
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October 2024 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” In this case report, a 42-year-old Yemeni man who consumed khat presented with elevated liver enzymes and fatty liver, raising concerns about khat's potential role in accelerating liver damage, especially when obesity and fatty liver disease are already present.
April 2016 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that a combination of liquorice and aloe vera extracts, particularly combination 1, resulted in the most optimal hair growth in rabbits over a 28-day period.
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January 2024 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” In this case study, researchers reported that using Raktamokshana therapy through leech application led to symptom relief in a 5-year-old girl with alopecia areata after eight sessions, suggesting this Ayurvedic treatment may be beneficial for children with similar conditions.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in reproductive health” This study explored how an educational intervention on reducing phthalate exposure through hair care product choices influenced the hair care practices of pregnant women of color, identifying key life stages and themes related to these practices, including cultural influences, product impacts, and individual autonomy.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This study observed that Varnadi Kashayam, a traditional Ayurvedic decoction, demonstrated anti-inflammatory, pancreatic lipase inhibition, and anti-obesity effects in high-fat diet-induced obese rats, with research also establishing analytical specifications for its quality control and standardization.
January 2022 in “Buletin penelitian tanaman rempah dan obat/Bulletin komunikasi penelitian tanaman rempah dan obat” This study observed that a hair tonic containing 3% ethanolic extract of bidara leaves stimulated rabbit hair growth more effectively over 28 days than both distilled water and 2% minoxidil, attributing this effect to the extract's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
January 2022 in “UiTM Institutional Repositories (Universiti Teknologi MARA)” This study suggests that coffee ground extract may accelerate hair growth in rabbits, potentially due to its caffeine content.
This study found that a hair mask made from bitter gourd effectively reduced hair loss and dandruff among participants, though the authors note the need for clinical trials and durability tests for further validation.
March 2021 in “Egyptian Journal of Chemistry” In this study, researchers analyzed a herbal shampoo containing Momordica charantia extract and Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis, noting it could support collagen development and hair growth. The shampoo, tailored to various hair and scalp conditions, was confirmed free of certain harmful heavy metals.
September 2016 in “Medical Sains/Medical sains” In this study, applying water extracts of liquorice at a concentration of 2.5% to male rabbits led to the best rate of hair growth at 2.19 cm over 35 days, while a 5% concentration resulted in the greatest hair weight at 0.12 grams.
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August 2013 in “Maǧallaẗ ǧāmiʻaẗ al-anbār li-l-ʻulūm al-ṣirfaẗ” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome had significantly lower levels of estradiol and follicle stimulating hormone compared to fertile women, with no significant differences in testosterone and thyroid hormone levels.
June 2023 in “MPI (Media Pharmaceutica Indonesiana)” This systematic literature review identified kale leaf hair tonic (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk.) at 5% concentration as an effective herbal cosmeceutical preparation for enhancing hair growth, showing an average increase in hair length over 21 days, while meeting established pharmaceutical standards.
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August 2021 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and traditional herbs, finding it safe and effective for reducing hair fall, with notable properties like good foam ability, cleansing action, and soothing qualities.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research Methodology” This review explored the therapeutic potential of Bhangra (Eclipta alba) for treating premature greying of hair, noting the plant's melanogenic, antioxidant, and revitalizing properties, but highlighted the need for further research to scientifically support its effectiveness.
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January 2014 This review discusses SAHA syndrome in women, characterized by seborrhea, acne, hirsutism, and/or androgenetic alopecia, and notes its similarity to polycystic ovary syndrome without reporting new clinical results.
January 2025 in “Kuwait Journal of Science” In this study, researchers sequenced the KRT71 gene in 102 dromedary camels to find genetic polymorphisms linked to hair shape, identifying 17 variants but none that fully explained hair shape variations, suggesting other genes may also play a role.
The best mix of propylene glycol and sorbitol was found for a cream to prevent hair loss using saw palmetto extract.
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November 2023 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine”
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July 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review concluded that patients with alopecia areata consistently show poor health-related quality of life scores, similar to those in other chronic skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.