Coconut oil and turmeric were almost as good as 2% ketoconazole shampoo for treating dandruff.
[object Object] January 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Sesame and pumpkin seed oil can effectively regrow hair in alopecia areata.
July 2018 in “Madridge journal of dermatology & research” Cactus-enriched hair oil effectively reduces hair fall and promotes hair growth with no major side effects.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Samcyprone ointment is effective for treating common warts if a sensitization reaction occurs first.
Cinnamon oil works as well as minoxidil for hair growth.
January 2018 in “Modern approaches in drug designing” Kunzea oil may help stimulate hair growth.
VCFO effectively treats fungal infections in cats and promotes hair regrowth.
September 2017 in “World journal of Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences” The polyherbal ointment made from plant extracts was safe and effectively promoted hair growth in rats.
May 2016 in “Journal of pediatric nursing” Lavender oil use in a child may be linked to early puberty signs and elevated tumor marker levels.
December 2015 in “Biomedical and biopharmaceutical research” Argan oil makes hair care products spread better and improves their texture.
November 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Rosemary oil might help with male pattern baldness.
Herbal oils like coconut, sunflower, and almond are popular in cosmetics for their skin and hair benefits with minimal side effects.
January 2013 in “Annals of Ayurvedic Medicine” Abrus precatorius seed oil promotes hair growth and has antifungal properties.
January 2011 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Pig oil was found to significantly promote hair growth in rats, more effectively than Minoxidil.
November 2010 in “Deleted Journal” The herbal shampoo with lavender oil was effective and well-liked by users.
January 1997 in “Cosmetics and toiletries” A meadowfoam seed oil derivative can penetrate and repair human hair.
A hair growth ointment improved hair length in a family with a genetic hair growth condition.
Meshushit ointment helps form thicker healing tissue and preserves hair follicles in burns.
April 2023 in “Seven Editora eBooks” Essential oils may help hair growth, but more research is needed.
April 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” More research is needed to confirm if popular hair oils effectively treat hair loss.
January 2022 in “Drug Delivery” The aloe ferox gel with finasteride and oregano oil may effectively treat alopecia.
January 2022 in “Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Clove oil and grape seed extract increase finasteride skin absorption, while urea decreases it.
January 2021 in “Social Science Research Network” The optimized microemulsion with finasteride and cinnamon oil can effectively deliver the drug through the skin without using ethanol.
December 2020 in “ID on line. Revista de psicologia” Low-power laser therapy with essential oils effectively promotes new hair growth in male pattern baldness.
73 citations,
March 2010 in “Food and Chemical Toxicology” Zizyphus jujuba essential oil can promote hair growth.
48 citations,
November 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib 2% ointment helped hair regrow in 3 out of 10 patients with alopecia areata, but caused side effects like scalp irritation and raised cholesterol in some.
36 citations,
January 2014 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Pumpkin seed oil helps hair growth in men with hair loss.
36 citations,
July 1987 in “Journal of toxicology and environmental health” Rats fed heated oils had less weight gain, more organ damage, and showed signs of toxicity compared to those fed fresh oils.
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September 2017 in “Molecules” Red ginseng oil and its components help promote hair regrowth and could treat hair loss.
32 citations,
November 2004 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Different tea tree oil mixtures absorb into hair follicles at varying levels, with microemulsion being the most effective.