January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This abstract outlines the concept and benefits of herbal hair masks, emphasizing that these plant-based formulations, including ingredients like Bhringraj and Hibiscus, may enhance scalp health and hair strength without adverse effects, but does not report specific research findings.
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.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this literature review, researchers explored the effectiveness, safety, and formulation challenges of herbal hair removal creams, focusing on medicinal plants like Cyperus rotundus and Aloe vera, and comparing their depilatory mechanisms to conventional chemical alternatives.
August 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This product description details an ayurvedic herbomineral cream claimed to be for alopecia, listing its plant-based ingredients and the mineral supplement Yashad bhasma, but reports no new clinical results.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed an herbal hair serum using extracts from guava leaf, onion peel, and neem leaves, finding it improved scalp health, reduced hair breakage, and enhanced hair texture, suggesting potential as a plant-based alternative for hair care.
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.
June 2022 in “Jurnal Health Sains” This review discusses plant-based alternatives for hair tonic formulations to address hair loss and contains no new clinical results, advocating for plant extracts as safer options than synthetic ingredients.
March 2023 in “Aktualʹnì pitannâ farmacevtičnoï ì medičnoï nauki ta praktiki” This study found that a 2% minoxidil cream and a gel-based shampoo with 1% minoxidil plus plant extracts showed significant hair growth and follicle-protective effects in laboratory rats with experimental alopecia.
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.
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.
November 2024 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review explores the bioactive mechanisms of black mulberry (Morus nigra L.) and its potential as a natural treatment for scalp issues like dandruff and hair loss, highlighting its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties, and capacity to improve scalp blood flow.
January 2015 in “Современные проблемы науки и образования” This article reviews the use of phytochemicals in hair masks for addressing hair and scalp issues like damage and seborrhea, without reporting new clinical results.
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December 2023 in “Materials” This review paper highlights the development and application of organic and biogenic nanocarriers for delivering bioactives, focusing on eco-friendly and sustainable nanotechnology strategies while addressing challenges like toxicity and paving the way for future innovations in green solution approaches.
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January 1966 in “Economic botany” Plant-based ingredients in hair care are being replaced by synthetic alternatives.
October 2025 in “Revista Científica de Estética e Cosmetologia” This study highlights the importance of creating customized, evidence-based hair care solutions by considering scalp types and environmental factors, confirming the effectiveness of multidisciplinary approaches integrating dermatology, cosmetology, and trichology to develop safe and efficient products and treatments.
December 2023 in “World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews” In this research, a chemical-free herbal hair mask was formulated and evaluated in the laboratory, aiming to strengthen hair follicles, remove dirt and dandruff, and darken hair color, with the goal of treating hair problems without adverse effects associated with synthetic products.
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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.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research” This review highlights that herbal shampoos containing ingredients like custard apple leaves and aloe vera offer a natural and safe alternative to conventional chemical-based shampoos, effectively cleansing the scalp and supporting healthy hair without harsh chemicals, according to this source.
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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.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this literature review, researchers examined the effectiveness and safety of herbal hair removal creams, focusing on the pharmacological characteristics and depilatory activity of various medicinal plants, and compared their mechanisms to conventional chemical depilatories.
November 2025 in “Journal of Neonatal Surgery” This study developed an herbal hair oil containing plant extracts such as Aloe barbadensis and Nigella sativa, reporting it showed good antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, suggesting potential benefits for hair growth and hair fall prevention.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a polyherbal hair oil with extracts from five medicinal plants and found that formulation F2 had an optimal balance of stability and potential benefits for hair growth and scalp health, maintaining stable physicochemical properties over six months.
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.
January 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this study, the researchers developed and evaluated eco-friendly poly-herbal soap strips using plant extracts from Lantana camara, Moringa Oleifera, and Corn silk, finding that the strips exhibited superior physicochemical properties and significant anti-fungal activity compared to conventional anti-fungal soaps.
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January 2021 in “PLANT ARCHIVES” This study explores the development of a liposomal gel containing andrographolide from the plant Andrographis paniculata to potentially improve psoriasis management by enhancing drug delivery and reducing side effects of conventional treatments.
September 2017 in “World journal of Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences” In this study, researchers observed that a polyherbal ointment made from specific plant extracts significantly promoted hair growth in rats compared to ointments with single extracts, possibly due to the presence of flavonoids and tannins.
This review highlights various plant-based and herbal treatments that reportedly help prevent hair loss and encourage hair growth. It also explores the molecular mechanisms, identified plant compounds, recent technologies such as nanoarchitectonics, and patents related to hair growth promotion.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study highlights the multifunctional benefits of natural hair oils, like coconut and argan, for nourishing and protecting hair, while addressing safety and sustainability as key factors in their evolving use and formulation within cosmetic science.
March 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” This review discusses the formulation and evaluation methods of herbal shampoos, highlighting various ingredients and their potential benefits for hair care, but reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2011 This study observed that a polyherbal ointment containing extracts from several plants promoted significant hair growth in rats compared to using single plant extracts.