January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study developed plant-pigment-based shampoos using extracts from Neem, Fenugreek, Hibiscus, and Butterfly Pea, which demonstrated stability, antimicrobial properties, and potential scalp benefits such as hair growth promotion and dandruff reduction, making them a promising alternative to synthetic dyes.
April 2026 in “Dermatological Reviews” In this study, both radiofrequency microneedling and ultrasound treatments with a plant-based secretory factor hair serum enhanced hair and scalp health in subjects with androgenetic alopecia, with ultrasound showing more pronounced improvements in hair appearance, density, and color.
May 2026 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” In this study, researchers successfully scaled a plant-based shampoo formulation for dry and damaged hair from laboratory to industrial production, maintaining its physicochemical properties and microbiological safety throughout, highlighting the formulation's scalability and the importance of quality control in cosmetic manufacturing.
May 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that shea butter is the most used plant among women in Tamale, Ghana, for cosmetic purposes like skin smoothening and hair growth.
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April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This review highlights the growing interest in plant-based cosmetics, emphasizing their potential to provide safer and effective alternatives to synthetic products for skin care, though further research is needed to fully understand their benefits and risks.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that herbal cosmetics, incorporating modern technologies and traditional knowledge, offer various biological benefits like antioxidant and anti-aging properties. The authors emphasize the need for further clinical validation and standardized manufacturing processes to ensure their long-term safety and effectiveness.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review reports that herbal cosmetics offer diverse biological benefits, including antioxidant, antibacterial, and moisturizing effects, enhanced by advanced formulation methods, while emphasizing the need for more clinical validation and standardized practices to ensure long-term safety and efficacy.
August 2026 in “Biology Bulletin Reviews” This study found that extracts from Avicennia marina, Moringa oleifera, and Calotropis procera demonstrated strong antibacterial, antioxidant, and hair-growth-promoting properties, with A. marina showing the most pronounced effects.
October 2025 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” This study documented 81 plant species used traditionally in Lithuania's Šiauliai District for treating skin diseases and cosmetic purposes, highlighting the continued relevance of plant-based remedies and the market demand for natural products.
August 2022 in “Aesthetic Cosmetology and Medicine” In this study, researchers analyzed plant materials with high anti-seborrhoeic potential, reviewing current studies on plant extracts that may offer therapeutic effects against seborrhea, suggesting that natural cosmetic formulations could safely reduce seborrhea without causing side effects.
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January 2017 in “Clinical and medical investigations” This paper reviews the historical use and contemporary relevance of plant-derived cosmetics, focusing on Suriname's herbal cosmetics industry and the potential to establish a beauty products industry there, without presenting new findings.
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January 2023 in “BioMed Research International” This review discusses the use of microbial biosurfactants as a safer alternative to chemical surfactants in cosmetics due to their antibacterial, moisturizing, and low toxicity properties, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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August 2019 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” This study assessed 11 plants from French Polynesia for their potential development as sustainable natural cosmetics, particularly anti-aging and hair care products, based on their traditional uses and preliminary screening results.
December 2024 in “International Journal on Science and Technology” In this study, researchers prepared a poly herbal hair oil using fresh plant leaves, including neem, and reported that these herbal formulations exhibit effective hair growth with fewer side effects compared to synthetic alternatives.
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January 2016 in “Springer briefs in molecular science” This chapter reviews the chemistry and potential benefits of plant-based hair dyes in cosmetics, but it reports no new clinical results.
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April 2023 in “Aging Cell” This review discusses cellular senescence in human skin, detailing both beneficial and detrimental effects and suggesting the potential for therapies targeting senescence-related skin disorders, but reports no new clinical results.
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November 2017 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that Bio Skin Oil® reduced the appearance of non-keloid scars and striae, with significant improvements observed by both investigators and participants.
January 2018 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” This study identified the most common plants in hair cosmetics, like shampoos and dyes, with Rosmarinus officinalis L. and Lawsonia inermis L. leading, to serve as a reference for future research and healthcare professionals.
February 2026 in “Molecular and Cellular Probes” This systematic review synthesizes evidence from the past 20 years to highlight the potential of exosome-based therapies from stem cells and plants in improving cutaneous repair, skin aging, and challenging dermatological conditions through mechanisms like immunomodulation and collagen remodeling.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science” This review explores the scientific basis and formulation strategies of herbal shampoos, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of bioactive plant extracts and discussing challenges and future directions for their development in the cosmetic industry.
July 2025 in “Cosmoderma” In this study, a 90-day course of a plant-based supplement significantly improved hair density, skin hydration, and nail growth among participants with dermatological concerns, while also reducing hair fall and pigmentation, without adverse effects.
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June 2014 in “Vìsnik farmacìï” This study developed an emulsion formulation with optimal properties for androgenetic alopecia treatment using saw palmetto and Japanese Sophora extracts, evaluated for stability and release of active ingredients.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This systematic review found that licensed hair gloss products in the UK provide significant cosmetic benefits like improved shine and smoothness, but 18% contain harmful additives, highlighting the need for stricter regulations and patient education on product safety.
November 2025 in “Plant Science Today” This review explores the potential benefits of natural plant-based products for skin anti-aging, assessing effects on wrinkles, oxidative stress, pigmentation, and hydration, while also underscoring the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and sleep in skin health maintenance.
December 2025 in “Revista Científica Sinapsis” This study highlights the need for personalized hair care plans based on scalp type and environmental factors, underscoring the importance of targeted product selection and the involvement of professionals to create effective solutions for modern lifestyle issues.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the growing consumer interest in herbal hair serums for their potential benefits in promoting hair growth, reducing hair fall, and protecting hair from environmental damage through plant-based oils, extracts, and bioactive compounds.
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September 2025 in “Cosmetics” This review examines the potential and challenges of extracellular vesicles in cosmetics, noting their transformative impact despite regulatory and production hurdles; it reports no new experimental results.
This review found that exposure to pollutants like PM, NOx, and PAHs is linked to various skin and hair disorders, indicating a need for cosmetics with natural adsorbents to reduce pollutant effects, achieving 30-55% removal efficiency.
February 2026 in “Cosmetics” This review highlights that Trigonella foenum-graecum L. (fenugreek) shows promise as a versatile plant-based ingredient in cosmetics due to its phytochemicals, which offer benefits for skin and hair care, although further research is necessary for robust validation.
February 2026 in “Materials” This study evaluated Humulus lupulus (hops) extract in cosmetic formulations and found it to maintain antioxidant and anti-irritant properties, reducing erythema by 10% after three weeks of use, supporting its potential for skin health improvement in plant-based cosmetics.