January 2011 in “China Surfactant Detergent & Cosmetics” This review discusses linseed oil's traditional and cosmetic applications, including its use for skin and hair care, and reports no new clinical results; the authors suggest potential for more effective uses in cosmetics.
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March 2017 in “African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines” This study found that linseed oil, rich in flavonoids and terpenoids, significantly improved burn wound healing in terms of faster contraction, reduced inflammation, and enhanced tissue regeneration compared to other treatments, without adverse effects.
In this study, six types of cold-pressed oils commonly found in the Polish market were analyzed for their health-promoting compounds and antioxidant activity, revealing them as valuable sources of bioactive compounds like polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, sterols, and polyphenols, without exceeding recommended deterioration parameters.
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January 1940 in “Journal of Endocrinology” This study on rats found that adrenalectomy was associated with increased hair loss compared to sham adrenalectomy, where one adrenal was left intact.
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June 2014 in “Drug delivery” This study reported that nanoemulsions significantly improved the skin permeability of thiocolchicoside compared to its aqueous solution, suggesting they are effective carriers for its transdermal delivery.
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April 2022 in “Animals” This study found that environmental conditions significantly influenced rabbit coat quality, while dietary linseed oil supplementation changed the fatty acid profile but did not improve coat thickness or heat protection.
January 2020 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” A mixture of Dijon mustard, turmeric powder, and linseed oil can effectively treat alopecia barbae.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a water-based herbal hair serum gel containing hibiscus, amla, green tea, and linseed gel, and found that it was stable, effective against microbes, and could be a cost-effective alternative to synthetic hair care products without causing a greasy appearance or scalp irritation.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a water-based herbal gel serum using ingredients like hibiscus, amla, green tea, and linseed, which demonstrated stability, antimicrobial effectiveness, and may offer a safe and cost-effective alternative to synthetic hair care products.
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October 1961 in “Experimental Biology and Medicine” This study found that rabbits fed a diet deficient in Vitamin E developed severe muscular dystrophy that was not fully prevented by adding selenium, Vitamin E supplements, or natural feedstuffs, indicating other nutritional deficiencies.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this study, a herbal hair oil formulated using ingredients like Amla, garlic, and curry leaves significantly increased hair number and length, reduced hair growth completion time, and showed comparable effects to minoxidil, demonstrating anti-dandruff and other hair-enhancing properties with fewer side effects.
December 2024 in “International Journal of experimental research and review” This study developed a stable nanoemulsion using ultrasonic vibrations and Tween 80 emulsifier, which can enhance the antibacterial activity and prolong the shelf life of food products, as well as be applicable in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for oral and transdermal use.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study focused on formulating and assessing flaxseed herbal oil for its potential to moisturize and nourish hair, highlighting flaxseed's rich content of beneficial compounds such as omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which support scalp health and promote hair growth.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of flaxseed oil for moisturizing and nourishing hair, highlighting its rich content of beneficial compounds, but it reports no clinical results.
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February 2016 in “African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines” In this study, prolonged ingestion of linseed in rabbits was observed to be safe, showing no significant weight gain or anatomical anomalies in liver and kidney biopsies.
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February 2014 in “Phytotherapy Research” Myrtle has various health benefits and potential for medicine development.
43 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This article reviews innovations in hair cosmetics, focusing on esthetic procedures and products in the Indian market, and reports no new experimental findings.
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June 1998 in “Circulation” This letter discusses how outdated measurement technology may obscure evidence of essential fatty acid deficiency in low-fat diet patients, potentially leading to undiagnosed EFA insufficiencies related to heart disease.
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February 2023 in “ACS omega” In this study, grape seed oil was found to be the most effective herbal oil for improving gloss and reducing fractures in various hair types.
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January 2016 in “Springer briefs in molecular science” This chapter reviews plant-based ingredients for hair oils that may improve hair health by increasing scalp blood circulation and providing external nutrients, but it reports no new results.
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January 1966 in “Economic botany” Plant-based ingredients in hair care are being replaced by synthetic alternatives.
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July 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutical chemistry and analysis” This review examines the role of medicinal plants in treating hair problems like baldness and dandruff, but it reports no new clinical results and emphasizes nutritional benefits from various herbal ingredients.
This study analyzes the application of a new hair serum incorporating natural ingredients like Aloe vera and ginger, finding it potentially beneficial for managing hair frizz, improving smoothness, and preventing damage without significant adverse reactions.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Life Science” This review highlights several natural ingredients, including Citrus Sinensis, Nigella sativa, flax seed, and coconut oil, that may promote hair growth and prevent hair loss due to their protective and nourishing properties, focusing on their formulation into hair serum.
March 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This study optimized the extraction process of bear grease through enzymatic hydrolysis and found that it was rich in unsaturated fatty acids, enhancing its hair growth-promoting properties in mice compared to traditional methods.
January 1983 in “Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society” The U.S. soybean industry wanted government help due to foreign competition, while the jojoba industry was growing and expected to stabilize.
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May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that a developed nanostructured lipid carrier formulation of tea seed oil can effectively stimulate hair growth and reduce the oily feeling associated with direct application.
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July 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study reports that pumpkin seed oil-loaded niosomes significantly decreased hair loss and increased hair growth indicators in vivo, suggesting potential as a natural anti-hair loss therapy.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights flaxseed's potential as a natural hair care ingredient due to its moisturizing, strengthening, and nutritional qualities attributed to its high antioxidant and essential fatty acid content; however, further clinical studies are needed to optimize formulations and assess long-term effects.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the potential of flaxseed as a natural hair care ingredient, noting its moisturizing, strengthening, and nutritional properties that may improve hair health and texture, though more clinical studies are needed to confirm these benefits.