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October 2018 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” This review highlights various pharmacological activities of the herbal plant Hansraj (Adiantum capillus-veneris), including antioxidant, wound healing, anti-microbial, and anti-diabetic effects, but stresses the need for further research and clinical trials to confirm these potential benefits and safety concerns.
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January 2025 in “JID Innovations” This review reports that the unique tunnel structures in advanced hidradenitis suppurativa impair quality of life and resist biological therapy, with their formation involving complex cellular and molecular interactions, including microbial dysbiosis, all contributing to ongoing inflammation and scarring.
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April 2022 in “Microorganisms” This study found that the scalp microbiome was more diverse in alopecia areata patients than in healthy controls, and distinctive microbial profiles may be linked to disease severity and prognosis.
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July 2025 in “Barrier Immunity” This review synthesizes existing research on the multilayered defense system of the skin, highlighting how physical, chemical, immune, and microbial barriers work together to maintain skin health, with disruptions in one often leading to broader barrier dysfunctions.
This research found significant associations between gut microbiome composition and 14 out of 37 examined health conditions, suggesting that increased microbial abundance often aligns with favorable health states.
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January 1997 in “Proceedings of the British Society of Animal Science” This review addresses the role of biotin in animal metabolism, emphasizing the need for further research to understand its dietary and microbial sources in different developmental stages in pre-ruminant and mature ruminant animals, without reporting new experimental results.
July 2026 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study explored the use of Kasisadi Lepa, a classical herbo-mineral formulation, and found its components could reduce dandruff by addressing scalp inflammation, microbial growth, and tissue damage with potential integration into long-term scalp health strategies.
This study consolidates information on the unique structural and functional biology of Indian hair, reporting distinct scalp microbial ecology and trichoscopic parameters, which are important for diagnosing and treating hair conditions in Indian populations.
May 2026 in “Microorganisms” This study found that individuals with seborrheic alopecia had significant disruptions in their scalp microbiome, marked by imbalances in certain bacteria and fungi, and that a 12-week herbal shampoo intervention helped restore microbial diversity and improve clinical symptoms.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, a polyherbal gel containing ingredients like Phyllanthus emblica and Melaleuca alternifolia was formulated to manage folliculitis, potentially offering a safe, effective alternative to conventional treatments by reducing microbial infections, relieving inflammation, and promoting healing.
This review highlights that Fenugreek seeds and leaves contain different bioactive compounds, with seeds showing anti-diabetic and anti-hyperlipidemic effects and leaves exhibiting strong anti-microbial properties. Both parts also provide anti-inflammatory benefits and support hair health, underscoring the potential for optimized therapeutic applications from Trigonella foenum-graecum.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This review reports that Fenugreek seeds contain compounds like Galactomannan and Trigonelline, which show anti-diabetic and anti-hyperlipidemic effects, while Fenugreek leaves have high saponin content, contributing to their anti-microbial activities.
October 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review synthesizes current research on onion-derived preparations for scalp and hair health, highlighting their potential benefits in hair regrowth, microbial reduction, and follicular support, while noting gaps in standardized formulations and controlled clinical trials.
September 2025 in “Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise” In this rodent study, the researchers found that different hormone therapies affected gut microbiota and goblet cell counts, with notable microbial shifts observed between groups receiving estrogen with and without an orchiectomy, linked to estrogen metabolism.
July 2025 in “YAKUGAKU ZASSHI” This review highlights that dysbiosis in skin and scalp microbiomes is linked to both atopic dermatitis and androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that microbial composition influences disease progression.
June 2025 in “Pharmacognosy Research” This study reviews the rich chemical composition and traditional medicinal uses of Dillenia indica, highlighting its potential therapeutic applications in various health conditions like diabetes, inflammation, and microbial infections, while noting its nutritional value in regional cuisine.
January 2025 in “Universidad de Córdoba Insitutional Repository (Universidad de Córdoba)” In this study, researchers observed that individuals with alopecia areata exhibited significant changes in scalp microbiota diversity and composition, which were linked to disease severity and inflammation markers, though it remains unclear if these microbial shifts are a cause or a result of hair loss.
December 2024 in “Applied Functional Materials” This study reported that a scalp serum containing Zanthoxylum ailanthoides extract effectively reduced inflammation and increased melanin production in cell assays, while demonstrating stable formulation and microbial safety, suggesting its potential to address scalp issues and enhance scalp health.
March 2024 in “Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy” This study found that Nymphaea caerulea flower extract may improve scalp condition by reducing sebum production, inhibiting inflammation and microbial factors, and decreasing cortisol and vascular permeability.
November 2023 in “Dermatology Research and Reports” This study reported that a 1% ivermectin topical cream for rosacea was stable over six months, showing no significant changes in key physical properties or microbial contamination, suggesting it may reduce chronic antibiotic use in rosacea treatment.
November 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, patients with alopecia areata displayed altered scalp microbiota compared to healthy controls, and treatment with JAK kinase inhibitors largely restored these microbial changes, providing insights into the potential role of the skin microbiome in alopecia areata.
November 2017 in “International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research - International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research” This study reviews the ethnobotanical and pharmacological uses of Guazuma tomentosa, highlighting its diverse applications in traditional medicine and research findings that demonstrate its potential anti-diabetic, anti-hypertensive, anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-ulcer properties, and more, in various animal models.
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in plant science” In this study, NREs from lentil root nodules, specifically Serratia plymuthica 33GS and Serratia sp. R6, significantly enhanced lentil growth, altered root exudation, and modulated rhizospheric microbial communities in a greenhouse setting.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Allergy” In this study, patients with scalp seborrheic dermatitis exhibited distinct patterns of allergen sensitization tied to symptoms, impaired skin barrier, and altered microbiota, emphasizing the need to consider allergen exposure, barrier status, and microbial balance when interpreting patch test results.
June 2014 in “Zagazig Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences/Zagazig Journal of Pharmaceutical Science” This study reports that using ascorbic acid or orlistat can significantly inhibit the metabolism of testosterone esters into malodorous metabolites by axillary bacteria, suggesting potential new deodorant applications.
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April 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that bio fabricated herbal silver nanoparticles from Blumea lacera extracts demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and notable anti-inflammatory effects, though their antioxidant capacity was insignificant compared to the extract.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The researchers observed that two non-antimicrobial shampoos caused a significant increase in fungal germs but did not affect the overall scalp microbiota diversity over two weeks, suggesting these formulations may preserve or stimulate the scalp microbiota without adverse effects.
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May 2019 in “PLOS ONE” This study observed that hair follicles in hair loss patients had increased levels of Propionibacterium acnes, potentially linked to elevated immune response gene expression in miniaturized hair follicles.
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September 2019 in “Trends in Immunology” This paper proposes that acne vulgaris is a transient inflammatory response during adolescence due to changes in facial skin's microbiota and sebum environment rather than a stable skin condition.
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July 2022 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that in Lichen Planopilaris, the Microbacteriaceae family was negatively correlated with IL-23 expression, suggesting a role in the disease's inflammation and microbiota composition.