20 citations
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February 2018 in “Cell transplantation” This study found that the water extract of Cinnamomum osmophloeum Kanehira leaves enhanced hair growth in vitro and in a mouse model, suggesting potential use for treating hair loss.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study reviewed evidence on hair oils' effects on hair health and found that coconut-based oils may protect hair during prewash by reducing porosity and improving tensile strength, while rosemary oil showed evidence for promoting hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
October 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This abstract discusses the cosmetic and potential hair growth benefits of almond oil but presents no new empirical research findings.
4 citations
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May 2007 in “Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology” This study found that hinokitiol in cationic vesicles promoted hair growth in mice, potentially due to its high substantivity on the skin.
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.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This narrative literature review by Lustrao synthesizes existing research on six botanical ingredients used in Lustrao Hair Regrowth Oil, noting varying evidence levels with rosemary oil showing the clearest human clinical support for hair growth, particularly against minoxidil.
December 2025 in “Jurnal Farmasi Tinctura” This study found that a hair tonic containing 15% ethanol extract of cocoa leaves effectively stimulated hair growth in rabbits, outperforming minoxidil 2%, and was safe with no skin irritation observed.
3 citations
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June 2010 in “Pharmacognosy journal” This study found that a formulated polyherbal antidandruff hair oil containing eucalyptus and ocimum volatile oils, along with hibiscus and phyllanthus extracts, showed both antifungal and hair growth activities in open pilot clinical trials.
January 2026 in “Open Veterinary Journal” This study found that supplementing cat and dog food with PUFA-rich oil improved hair flexibility, brightness, and skin condition, though it also increased serum triglyceride levels, suggesting careful consideration of dosage and fatty acid composition is warranted.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study evaluated a herbal oil derived from plant extracts for hair growth, finding it significantly accelerated hair growth in an animal model compared to controls, suggesting it as a natural and safe alternative to synthetic treatments with minimized side effects.
August 2009 in “PHARMACY: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia (Pharmaceutical Journal of Indonesia)” This study concluded that ethanolic extract of Morinda may enhance hair growth in male rabbits.
January 2025 in “International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation” This study assessed a herbal hair oil made from various plant ingredients, observing it supported hair growth and maintained stability for 45 days, with the phytochemical profile indicating the presence of saponins, sulfur, and ascorbic acid.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This review discusses various oils used in herbal cosmetics for skin and hair care applications but reports no new clinical findings.
In this animal study, leaf extracts of Kalanchoe pinnata increased hair length in rabbits in a concentration-related manner, surpassing minoxidil at the highest concentration, though hair mass was unaffected.
August 2023 in “Health Sciences and Pharmacy Journal” In this review, researchers identified 10 natural plants, including candlenut and clove, that have shown potential to inhibit alopecia progression and stimulate hair growth due to their diverse phytochemical and pharmacological properties in vitro and in vivo.
May 2020 in “Jurnal Penelitian Perawat Profesional” This literature review identified that katuk leaves, rich in vitamins and phenolic compounds, show potential in preventing hair loss by promoting hair growth, enhancing vascularity, and nourishing hair.
73 citations
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March 2010 in “Food and Chemical Toxicology” This study found that Zizyphus jujuba essential oil enhanced hair growth in mice, with the 1% and 10% concentrations showing increased hair length compared to control.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study highlights the multifunctional benefits of natural hair oils, like coconut and argan, for nourishing and protecting hair, while addressing safety and sustainability as key factors in their evolving use and formulation within cosmetic science.
August 2026 in “Acta Innovations” This study found that Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk herbal oil formulated with VCO demonstrated enhanced antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities, and provided UV protection, with EHO-18 identified as the best-performing version.
July 2026 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that the optimal characteristics for ulin seed oil extraction are fresh, mature, and resinous seeds, and that FTIR spectrophotometry with PCA can effectively detect adulteration of the oil, particularly at certain wavenumbers like 1745 cm⁻¹.
January 2023 in “Journal of Survey in Fisheries Sciences” This study found that a polyherbal hair repair oil significantly increased hair growth and demonstrated promising efficacy and safety compared to other oils in a rat model.
November 2025 in “Journal of Neonatal Surgery” This study developed an herbal hair oil containing plant extracts such as Aloe barbadensis and Nigella sativa, reporting it showed good antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, suggesting potential benefits for hair growth and hair fall prevention.
June 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this study, a case of alopecia areata showed significant improvement in scalp health and hair regrowth following Shiropichu therapy, an Ayurvedic technique using coconut oil pads on the scalp, suggesting it as a potential non-invasive treatment option.
This study found that a hair tonic formulation containing 1.5% light fraction patchouli oil demonstrated strong antifungal activity against Malassezia globosa and promoted hair growth in rabbits, suggesting potential benefits for hair care despite the need for human clinical trials to confirm safety and effectiveness.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This study found that using a formulated herbal hair oil, which includes ingredients like Nigella sativa and Cocos nucifera, reduced hair fall progressively over periods ranging from 15 to 90 days among 25 volunteers, showing greater efficacy than simple purified coconut oil.
9 citations
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November 2017 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study found that Shengfu oil may enhance wound healing in scalded rabbit skin by regulating proteins β-catenin, Dlk1, and COX-2, due to its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antimicrobial properties.
1 citations
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August 2021 in “International journal of scientific research in science and technology” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil, containing natural ingredients like Hibiscus and Aloe Vera in a coconut oil base, for its phytochemical properties, antimicrobial activity, and potential to reduce dandruff and hair loss while promoting hair growth.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of kalonji oil for hair health and provides application tips but reports no clinical results.
June 2025 in “Pharmacon Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia” This systematic review found that mangkokan leaf formulations, especially ethosomal gel or phytosome lotion at 25% concentration, were most effective in stimulating hair growth and improving hair health through various biological mechanisms.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” This study evaluated a herbal oil formulation in an animal model, finding it significantly enhanced hair growth initiation and completion times compared to a control, suggesting it as a natural and safer alternative to synthetic hair growth treatments.