August 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This review explores the effectiveness of Murdha Tailam methods, particularly in Panchakarma treatments, for illnesses related to the head and neck, highlighting the advantage of scalp drug absorption due to anatomical features that facilitate treatment outcomes.
June 2022 in “Asian Pacific journal of health sciences” This study reports a case of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) successfully treated using Ayurvedic methods including Prachhan karma, Lepa, and Shirodhara, offering an alternative to conventional treatments like minoxidil and steroids, which may have adverse effects.
April 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This study investigated the effectiveness of traditional Ayurvedic treatment, specifically Aaditya Pak Guduchi Tail with Shiroabhyanga massage, in reducing hair fall and dryness from Khalitya, finding it significantly improved hair and scalp health.
February 2026 in “PubMed” This case report describes how a 21-year-old male with alopecia areata and seborrheic dermatitis showed clinical improvements and symptom relief following a tailored, three-month functional nutrition protocol, highlighting potential benefits of addressing root causes in immune-related skin conditions.
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January 1998 in “Genes & Development” This study found that Hoxc13 mutations in mice cause defects in hair, nail, and tongue structures, with the most noticeable issue being brittle hair leading to alopecia.
September 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance” This review suggests that Shirodhara, an ancient Ayurvedic therapy, may significantly improve mental well-being by reducing post-COVID anxiety, depression, and insomnia, although further randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these promising findings.
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April 2003 in “Die Naturwissenschaften” 40 citations
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November 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights the role of keratin mutations in epidermolysis bullosa simplex and the resulting chronic inflammation, but it presents no new experimental findings.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” In this study of 60 patients aged 1 to 60 with clinically diagnosed scalp diseases, researchers identified age, sex, educational level, occupation, socio-economic condition, family history, and behavior as factors associated with the prevalence of these diseases.
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January 2023 in “Therapeutic Advances in Infectious Disease”
June 2026 in “Journal of General-Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia” This study concluded that oral tofacitinib significantly improved symptoms in patients with lichen planus pigmentosus who did not respond to conventional treatments, showing it as a viable alternative.
October 2022 in “Indian journal of anatomy and surgery of head, neck and brain” This study concluded that the inferiorly based nasolabial flap is an effective and reliable option for reconstructing oral cavity defects in patients with oral submucous fibrosis, achieving significant improvements in mouth opening without serious complications.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review assesses the potential of ginger, garlic, onion, and clove as complementary herbal treatments for hair and scalp health, reporting that onion juice shows the strongest clinical evidence for hair regrowth, particularly in alopecia areata, while garlic exhibits promising preclinical regenerative effects.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review evaluates herbal botanicals like onion, garlic, ginger, and clove for hair and scalp health, noting that onion juice shows the strongest clinical evidence for hair regrowth particularly in alopecia areata, although these cannot replace traditional medical treatments.
October 2022 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” This study observed that karaviradya taila application on albino rats reduced hair growth by affecting hair follicles compared to a control group.
August 2020 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This article discusses the use of Maltadya tail for treating forms of alopecia in Ayurvedic medicine but presents no clinical results, emphasizing the oil's potential scalp and hair health benefits.
July 2017 in “International journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” This study revealed that Madayantika siddha taila, containing sesame oil, showed effectiveness in treating Darunaka (seborrhea capitis) by addressing aggravated Vata and Kapha doshas.
June 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” In this case report, a 19-year-old female with hair fall and thinning identified as Khalitya in Ayurveda showed significant improvement in hair growth and shine after applying Malatyadi tailam, an Ayurvedic herbal oil blend, and following general hair care recommendations.
September 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this study, adults with diffuse hair loss applied Bhringraj Taila to their scalps daily, resulting in significant reductions in hair fall, dandruff, and itching after four weeks, without reported adverse effects.
December 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this case study, a 22-year-old woman with hair fall, dryness, and thinness on her scalp experienced improved blood circulation, hair growth, and shine after using Nilibhrungarajadi tailam, an Ayurvedic herbal oil, for head massage and hair care.
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June 2015 in “Nature Reviews Urology” This article reviews the effects of various medications on male fertility, noting that while commonly used drugs can mostly have reversible impacts, conclusive human evidence remains limited.
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April 2009 in “Journal of the American College of Certified Wound Specialists” This narrative review discusses the advantages of bidirectional barbed sutures in wound closure, such as faster placement and no need for knots, but reports no new clinical results.
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May 2021 in “Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology/Journal of exposure science and environmental epidemiology” This study found that hair products commonly used by Black women exhibited hormonal activity, which could impact health outcomes and contribute to health disparities.
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May 1997 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that a gene from hamster flank organs is indirectly regulated by androgens, despite lacking direct androgen responsive elements, indicating involvement of androgen-dependent transcription factors.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This review investigates Jeemuta Bhringadi Taila, an Ayurvedic herbal oil formulation, exploring traditional claims of its benefits for hair health, skin issues, and other ailments by examining its ingredients and available scientific research, aiming to assess its relevance in modern healthcare.
February 2026 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this randomized open-label clinical trial, researchers found that regular application of Bhringarajadi Taila significantly improved hair fall and scalp condition in patients with Khalitya (alopecia), with 62.5% of participants experiencing moderate to remarkable improvement after 30 days of treatment.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this case study, a daily morning Detox Drink combined with Malasana improved bowel frequency, stool consistency, and other constipation-related symptoms in a 37-year-old woman with chronic Malabaddha.
February 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This study explores the use of Neem oil and a sesame oil-based formulation in Ayurvedic treatments for hair loss, suggesting their potential to improve scalp health, nourish hair follicles, and balance doshas, thereby aiding in hair loss prevention and management.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This single observational study reported that a combination of a morning Detox Drink regimen and Malasana yoga practice improved symptoms of chronic constipation in a 37-year-old woman over seven days.
December 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study examined the hair structure of five Muridae species to provide insights into their distinct pelage characteristics.