12 citations,
August 2018 in “BMC Biotechnology” A protein found in safflower seeds can stimulate hair growth and speed up wound healing in mice.
11 citations,
October 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” A new drug delivery system using oil body-bound oleosin-rhFGF-10 improves wound healing and hair growth in mice.
11 citations,
January 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some oils can penetrate hair and reduce the stickiness between fibers, but mineral oil cannot.
7 citations,
March 2020 in “Journal of King Saud University. Science/Maǧallaẗ ǧāmiʹaẗ al-malik Saʹūd. al-ʹUlūm” AiQingHua oil improves blood flow and promotes hair growth in mice.
6 citations,
January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” Children's hair is more elastic, but tensile strength is similar across different factors.
4 citations,
January 2017 in “International journal of trichology” Castor oil can cause severe hair matting.
2 citations,
March 2017 in “Veterinary dermatology” Herbal paste and oil extract might improve dog hair quality by retaining lipids.
1 citations,
July 2022 in “International journal of trichology” Type 3 hair oil strengthens hair more than coconut oil.
December 2023 in “Gugje bogeon mi-yong haghoeji” Scalp scaling with aroma oil improves scalp condition and user satisfaction.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” An oil-in-water emulsion with CBD and ginger root extract significantly improved symptoms of dry and eczema-prone skin.
December 2022 in “Journal of Tropical Pharmacy and Chemistry” The hair tonic made from oil palm leaf extract is very effective in preventing hair damage from the sun.
September 2022 in “Piretc” Oil availability can significantly impact a country's economic growth.
April 2024 in “Applied biological chemistry” Piperine from black pepper can make hair less oily by blocking fat cell development in hair roots.
205 citations,
September 2018 in “Nutrients” Essential oils from Curcuma species, like turmeric, have compounds that can fight inflammation, cancer, and bacteria, and can also stimulate hair regrowth in bald males.
183 citations,
January 2018 in “Cosmetics” Essential oils in cosmetics can offer benefits but may cause allergies and should be used carefully.
104 citations,
January 2016 in “Food & Function” Olive oil compounds may help prevent cancer in animals, but human results are mixed.
75 citations,
January 1997 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Santolina chamaecyparissus oil effectively fights fungal infections.
66 citations,
August 2011 in “Parasitology Research” Mint essential oils can kill parasites that cause cystic echinococcosis, with M. pulegium oil being more effective than M. piperita oil.
56 citations,
September 2016 in “Pharmaceutical Research” The fish oil-based gel with imiquimod improves skin cancer treatment and reduces inflammation.
49 citations,
July 2009 in “Fitoterapia” Essential oils from Chamaecyparis obtusa may help hair grow by increasing a growth-related gene.
47 citations,
May 2021 in “Polymers” Jojoba oil is highly valued for its diverse medicinal and industrial uses.
46 citations,
September 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” Melatonin in special carriers can help treat hair loss.
44 citations,
November 2012 in “International journal of nanomedicine” A new method improves silicone oil coating on hair, enhancing moisture and lubrication.
30 citations,
December 2014 in “Toxicological Research” Peppermint oil can effectively promote hair growth without being toxic.
28 citations,
January 2010 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” Certain essential oils can activate a human skin receptor, potentially helping with skin disorders.
25 citations,
May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
23 citations,
January 2016 in “Contact Dermatitis” Allergies to some essential oils may not be found with standard fragrance tests.
19 citations,
July 2020 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” Nanoemulsions with minoxidil and clove oil effectively target hair follicles for better alopecia treatment.
19 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” Prunus mira nut oil helps hair grow by affecting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
19 citations,
July 1993 in “Journal of Applied Toxicology” Different oil products cause varying levels of skin irritation in mice, which could potentially lead to tumors.