December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review examines various herbal components used in traditional Indian hair oils and their potential benefits for improving hair strength and scalp health.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this study, mouse sebaceous glands were found to require nerves for growth during active hair cycles, suggesting a nerve-dependent sebaceous gland cycle coordinated with hair growth.
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.
This review highlights Neelibhringadi Hair Oil as a traditional Ayurvedic option for managing hair issues like dandruff and thinning, supported by its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but emphasizes the need for modern clinical trials to confirm its effectiveness.
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March 2020 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This study found that nanoemulsion-based formulations, such as nanoemulgel and NFs, might serve as promising topical delivery systems for treating inflammatory diseases, potentially offering an alternative to traditional nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which are associated with adverse effects.
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January 2004 in “International Journal of aromatherapy/International journal of aromatherapy” This study found that Ocimum gratissimum essential oil may enhance hair growth and promote follicular proliferation in rats experiencing cyclophosphamide-induced hair loss.
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April 2019 in “Journal of structural biology” This study found that coconut oil impedes hair hydration more effectively than soybean oil by penetrating deeper, and suggested a new model for intermediate filament assembly in hair.
January 2024 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” Results are not reported in this source about the effects of rosemary hair serum on hair health, but the research question centers on its potential to promote hair growth and scalp health through regular application and its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Therapeutic Innovation.” This study developed an herbal hair mask using natural ingredients like rice water, aloe vera gel, and coconut oil, which demonstrated moisturizing, strengthening, and protective properties, potentially aiding in maintaining healthy and resilient hair.
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June 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” This review discusses the influence of oestrogens on various skin components and highlights their modulatory roles and receptor pathways, but it reports no new clinical results.
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April 1998 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” This study identified that the enzyme CYP2B12 is skin-specific and likely plays a role in the metabolism of arachidonic acid, a key component in lipid signaling within sebaceous glands.
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January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” In this study, children's hair showed statistically higher elasticity than elderly hair, but no significant differences were observed in tensile strength between dietary or oil application groups, or between pigmented and nonpigmented hair.
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January 2000 in “Dermatology” A girl's severely tangled hair couldn't be fixed and had to be cut due to a rare condition called plica neuropathica.
In this review, researchers highlighted the use of essential oils, praised for their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects, in treating a variety of conditions, and noted their emerging role in dermocosmetics for issues like hyperpigmentation, acne, and skin aging.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a nanoemulsion containing lavender, peppermint, and rosemary essential oils was developed and shown to promote hair growth in mice at a rate comparable to 2% topical minoxidil, suggesting a promising natural alternative due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
June 2026 in “GSC Advanced Research and Reviews” This abstract highlights that jojoba is a versatile plant recognized for its drought resistance and utility in desert regions, with its oil offering various pharmacological benefits like antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, though commercial cultivation challenges exist due to seedling variability.
November 2025 in “Natural Product Communications” This review compiles evidence indicating that rosemary essential oil may enhance cognitive function, sleep quality, mood, and pain management in aromatherapy; however, it also notes potential allergic reactions, emphasizing caution in its use.
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January 2018 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses side effects and allergy contact dermatitis caused by essential oils in cosmetic products and reports no new clinical results.
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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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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews formulation principles for creating cosmetic nanoemulsions and applications targeting skin and hair care, but does not present new experimental results.
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August 2024 in “Cosmetics” This study found that a 12-week regimen of a botanical supplement significantly improved skin and scalp health in women exposed to high pollution, enhancing factors like skin radiance, moisturization, and reducing wrinkle depth and scalp redness compared to a placebo.
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January 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” This study reports that fluconazole emulgel formulations, using jojoba oil and liquid paraffin, showed effective drug release and improved characteristics for treating skin diseases compared to traditional oral formulations.
This study developed and tested a polyherbal anti-dandruff hair serum using natural ingredients with antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and conditioning properties, reporting notable antifungal efficacy, good stability, and satisfactory physicochemical characteristics, suggesting the serum is a safe and effective natural alternative for daily dandruff treatment.
January 2026 in “Food Science and Human Wellness” This research examined krill oil's effects on benign prostatic hyperplasia and found that it inhibited the growth of prostate cells in vitro and reduced prostate size and weight in a BPH rat model, suggesting potential as a prophylactic or therapeutic agent for BPH.
January 2026 in “Biomedical and Biopharmaceutical Research” This study found that formulations containing pequi and buriti oils improved texture properties and significantly increased gloss in curly hair, with pequi oil also significantly enhancing tensile strength.
November 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This review highlights that practicing Shiroabhyang, an Ayurvedic scalp massage technique using essential oils, may enhance blood circulation, provide nourishment, and improve hair quality by repairing damage and enhancing texture in hair.
September 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, researchers developed an herbal hair tonic using ingredients like coconut oil, aloe vera, and neem, and evaluated its antibacterial, antifungal, and hair strength-enhancing properties, though specific results are not reported.
This study explored Black Sea shark liver oil-based emulgels, finding that the addition of borage oil (Gel 2) enhanced the anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties compared to shark liver oil alone (Gel 1) and a reference diclofenac gel, suggesting promising eco-friendly applications in dermatocosmetics.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review highlights that while dandruff affects over 50% of humans and cannot be fully eradicated, it can be controlled through chemical treatments that may cause side effects or herbal remedies such as Neem and Tea tree oil, which have longstanding use in hair care.
This study focused on developing a nanoemulsion-based gel for delivering minoxidil, aiming to enhance its contact time with the scalp and potentially improve skin absorption compared to conventional topical solutions.