8 citations
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February 2022 in “Molecules” This study found that Asparagus racemosus root extract significantly reduced facial sebum production and pore size in male volunteers, suggesting potential application as an anti-sebum ingredient in cosmetics.
March 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This study developed a herbal shampoo using fermented oryza sativa water and natural ingredients like amla and aloe vera, reporting that it effectively removes sebum, filth, and dandruff while promoting hair growth and strengthening.
5 citations
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January 2018 in “Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (TJPS)” This study found that extracts from riceberry broken rice and crude riceberry rice oil contain bioactive compounds with antioxidant and tyrosinase-stimulating activities, suggesting potential use in hair product development.
11 citations
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January 2016 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This study found that rice bran ash extract and orthosilicic acid both increased melanin synthesis and related protein expression in melanocytes, suggesting potential therapeutic use for melanin deficiency.
12 citations
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February 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study reports that Asparagus racemosus and Withania somnifera extracts significantly reduced paclitaxel-induced myelosuppression and morbidity in mice, suggesting their potential as therapeutic adjuvants in cancer management.
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October 2023 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” In this study, researchers formulated a nanosuspension of kenikir leaf extract that meets physical criteria and exhibits cytotoxic activity against MCF-7 breast cancer cells.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that higher doses of zinc increased cell growth but also induced cell death in human follicle dermal papilla cells, suggesting a narrow dosage range may affect hair regrowth.
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August 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses detoxification methods for poisonous plants in Ayurvedic medicine, detailing purification techniques and their pharmacological effects, but it reports no new results.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine” In this study, a topical Ashwagandha serum significantly improved hair growth, density, thickness, and quality of life in adults with mild to moderate hair loss compared to a placebo, demonstrating potential as an effective and safer alternative treatment for alopecia.
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February 2022 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” This study suggests that Wrightia tinctoria extract, particularly its components Quercetin and Indirubin, may play a role in promoting hair growth when tested on albino male Wistar rats.
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January 2017 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome in South India had higher body mass index, waist/hip ratio, and elevated levels of several hormones compared to controls, and waist/hip ratio may be a better risk indicator than body mass index.
January 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” In this study, a 21-year-old male with alopecia areata showed complete hair regrowth after following a 100-day holistic Ayurveda treatment, which included Pracchana karma, Gunja-Kalihari lepa application, and Ayurveda formulations, resulting in a SALT-2 score reduction from 66% to 0%.
December 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences” In this case study, Ayurvedic management including Viddhakarma and Nilibhringadi Taila led to significant hair regrowth and improved hair quality in a 37-year-old man with androgenetic alopecia, without adverse effects.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that many participants with hair loss, or Khalitya, exhibited dietary incompatibilities and low calcium levels, aligning Ayurvedic concepts with modern dietary risk factors.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this observational study, researchers found that 55% of participants with hair loss known as Khalitya had serum calcium deficiency, which aligns with both Ayurvedic and modern perspectives linking poor nutrition to hair disorder, highlighting the importance of dietary regulation and stress management.
July 2018 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, the use of Dravanti beeja lepa for 28 days was observed to significantly regenerate hair in patients with Indralupta (Alopecia Areata).
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes a 33-year-old male with treatment-resistant psoriasis who experienced complete resolution of symptoms and hair regrowth after following an integrated Shodhana-Shamana chikitsa regimen, with no relapse noted at follow-up, suggesting its potential for sustainable Ekakustha management.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report observed that an integrated Shodhana-Shamana treatment protocol effectively managed treatment-resistant Ekakustha (plaque psoriasis), resulting in complete symptom resolution and no relapse at follow-up.
December 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study highlights the increasing prevalence of premature graying (Premature Canities) in young adults, linking it to factors such as oxidative stress, genetic predisposition, and environmental pollution, with notable concern in tropical and developing countries.
April 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” This case study involving an 11-year-old male with alopecia areata observed remarkable scalp hair regrowth after 4 months of traditional Ayurvedic treatments, which included Raktamoskhan by Jalauka and a specific diet regimen.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” In this clinical study, 15 patients with osteoporosis treated with the Ayurvedic formulation Asthiposhtika Vati showed improvements in symptoms, suggesting its effectiveness in managing the condition.
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April 2013 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” Raspberry ketone lacks sufficient human research to support health benefit claims and requires more rigorous studies to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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January 2016 in “Case Reports in Medicine” This study reported two cases of ryzophagia among nonpregnant women in the US, with symptoms resolving after iron dextran therapy, suggesting a link with iron deficiency.
1 citations
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November 2019 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology” In this study, a herbal mixture (RAA) was found to promote hair growth in mice, showing increases in hair density and follicle size similar to minoxidil treatment.
December 2025 in “eTheses of Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University (Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University)” This study found that an optimal combination of ethnomedicinal extracts from East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, significantly increased hair length in mice, suggesting potential as a natural agent for hair growth through antioxidant mechanisms.
January 2020 in “Archives of Pharmacy Practice” This study found that Hibiscus rosa-sinensis leaf extract promoted hair growth in rats more effectively than its flower extract, suggesting its potential as a natural alternative for hair growth treatments.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, the researchers described a formulation process for Ratanjot hair oil using Alkanna tinctoria roots, reporting traditional uses of the oil in preventing hair loss, baldness, premature greying, and promoting hair growth, but did not present empirical results.
December 2025 in “JURNAL PIJAR MIPA” This study explored the Belanger tradition, a Sasak hair-cleansing ritual using natural ingredients, and concluded that it combines cultural heritage with sustainable practices and scientifically supported benefits.
5 citations
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September 2022 in “Antioxidants” This study found that the clionasterol-rich hexane fraction of Caulerpa racemosa may protect against particulate matter-induced skin damage by reducing oxidative stress and mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis in human keratinocytes and zebrafish.
December 2024 in “Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia” In this study, high-dose oral administration of Ramania leaf ethanol extract in Wistar rats resulted in no significant acute toxicity symptoms, though gastric ulcers and hair loss were observed. The extract is classified as non-toxic under specified guidelines, with an LD50 greater than 5000 mg/kg.