June 2024 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal hair gel using flax seed and aloe vera for promoting hair development and combating dandruff, finding that one formulation maintained long-term stability and antifungal efficacy.
This study suggests that a herbal shampoo made from plant ingredients may be a promising natural remedy for hair fall and dandruff, demonstrating good quality and safety.
December 2023 in “Azerbaijan Pharmaceutical and Pharmacotherapy J” This study formulated a minoxidil-loaded submicron emulsion-based topical gel, which demonstrated effective in vitro release, ex vivo permeation, and stability, suggesting it may offer a targeted treatment approach for alopecia compared to traditional methods.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study found that a topical gel containing Minoxidil and Tofacitinib citrate showed promise for treating alopecia areata, with formulation F5 demonstrating effective drug release and stability in evaluations.
May 2023 in “Acta Universitatis Agriculturae et Silviculturae Mendelianae Brunensis” This study found that royal jelly extract, popular for surgical wound healing, contains stable levels of flavonoids and phenols for up to 28 days.
This study reported that the HG3 formulation of a Ketoconazole anti-dandruff gel exhibited superior drug release and antifungal efficacy without causing skin irritation, compared to other formulations tested.
May 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study reviewed the effectiveness and quality assessment of herbal shampoos made with traditional medicinal herbs, reporting that they offer a sustainable, eco-friendly, and safe way to promote hair and scalp health, aligning with contemporary wellness trends.
May 2025 in “Journal of research in pharmaceutical science.” In this study, researchers developed and tested a herbal hair serum using hibiscus, flaxseed, and aloe vera, finding that the optimal formulation effectively reduces frizz, enhances hair smoothness and glossiness, and provides moisturizing benefits without harmful ingredients compared to conventional hair serums.
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February 2022 in “East African Journal of Science Technology and Innovation” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing flavonoid glycosides from Dicerocaryum senecioides and found that it successfully treated T. tonsurans infections in children's scalp when used daily, demonstrating significant effectiveness compared to a placebo.
July 2026 in “International journal of research in pharmacy and life sciences.” This study formulated and evaluated a polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo, demonstrating it had good cleansing properties, antimicrobial activity against dandruff-causing microbes, and remained physically stable, potentially offering a safe and effective herbal alternative for dandruff management.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Medical Science and Diagnosis Research” This study developed a polyherbal shampoo using herbal extracts as an alternative to chemical-based shampoos, aiming to provide a safer and more effective hair care option.
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August 2019 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” This study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal gel containing Allium cepa extract for its physical properties, such as appearance, viscosity, and spreadability, but it does not report specific results or effectiveness in preventing hair loss.
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July 2024 in “Heliyon” This study examined the evolutionary and functional homology of steroid 5α-reductase and DET2 proteins, identifying protists as a common ancestor, and discovered a new subclass DET2-like in plants, potentially involved in polyprenol reduction.
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August 2021 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and traditional herbs, finding it safe and effective for reducing hair fall, with notable properties like good foam ability, cleansing action, and soothing qualities.
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January 2019 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” In this study, researchers formulated a shampoo using herbal extracts like Azadirachta indica and Zingiber officinale as a safer alternative to chemical-based shampoos, aiming to minimize side effects often associated with antifungal agents.
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March 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The study formulated a hair application Ayurvedic herbal oil using various plant materials, including Neem and Amla, and reported that all evaluated parameters, such as specific gravity and irritation tests, were acceptable and within standard limits.
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February 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This study suggests that a herbal oil formulation combining various plant and oil ingredients may effectively promote healthy hair growth and address concerns like baldness, dryness, and dandruff, supported by favorable evaluations of its physical and chemical properties.
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July 2019 in “International journal of scientific research in science and technology” This study found that a herbal gel containing fenugreek seed extract significantly promoted hair growth on mice after 30 days of topical application.
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October 2013 This study found that microemulsion and microemulsion-based hydrogels may offer a more effective and sustained topical delivery method for minoxidil compared to conventional solutions for hair loss treatment.
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September 2023 in “Scientific reports” This study reports that zinc oxide or silver nanoparticles capped with vitamin A or E, incorporated into wheat gluten films, showed significant potential in promoting burn wound healing in mice by facilitating wound contraction, re-epithelialization, and collagen deposition, while also exhibiting antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
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November 2025 in “American Journal of Medical Science and Technology” In this study, researchers formulated a herbal shampoo using ingredients like Reetha, Shikakai, Aloe Vera, and Amla, and found it demonstrated favorable characteristics such as good foam stability, detergency, and cleansing properties, with ideal physico-chemical evaluation results for stability, safety, and efficacy.
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December 2022 in “Research journal of topical and cosmetic sciences” This study evaluated a polyherbal shampoo containing natural ingredients and found it demonstrated good froth stability, cleansing ability, and conditioning activity, but called for further validation of its overall quality.
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October 2021 in “International journal of pharmaceutics and drug analysis” This study found that a herbal shampoo containing Aloe Vera and essential oils performed better in tests for smoothness, shine, and conditioning compared to a marketed shampoo.
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August 2021 in “International journal of scientific research in science and technology” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil, containing natural ingredients like Hibiscus and Aloe Vera in a coconut oil base, for its phytochemical properties, antimicrobial activity, and potential to reduce dandruff and hair loss while promoting hair growth.
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January 2020 In this study, researchers formulated a herbal shampoo using natural ingredients like Pomegranate, Curry Leaves, and Ginger, and reported good cleansing properties, froth stability, and conditioning performance, though they suggest further scientific validation to confirm overall quality.
This study reported excellent results for hair growth with a newly formulated polyherbal hair oil using traditional herbs like Shikhakai powder and Neem leaves.
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January 2019 This article discusses various treatments for alopecia, including allopathic, homeopathic, and Ayurvedic methods, as well as the traditional use of certain herbs, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research” This study describes the development of a minoxidil gel using the copolymer Sepineo P 600, showing improved spreadability, occlusivity, adhesiveness, and stability compared to minoxidil lotion, without causing skin corrosion, making it a potentially more effective treatment form for alopecia areata.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that the formulated polyherbal shampoo is a safe, stable, and effective natural alternative for routine hair care, offering good cleansing, conditioning, and protection without causing skin irritation.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study concluded that the formulated polyherbal shampoo using natural ingredients is safe, stable, and effective for hair care, showing good cleansing, conditioning, and nourishment properties as a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.