October 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study in Saudi Arabia found that 55.9% of participants reported premature graying of hair before age 30, with risk factors including genetic, health, and lifestyle aspects such as smoking, anxiety, nutrient deficiencies, and family history.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study reviewed evidence on hair oils' effects on hair health and found that coconut-based oils may protect hair during prewash by reducing porosity and improving tensile strength, while rosemary oil showed evidence for promoting hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
May 2024 in “Tạp chí Y Dược học Cần Thơ” This research explored hair loss and regrowth, highlighting the use of animal models like mice and rats to better understand hair physiology, shedding cycles, and potential treatments, with implications for human application.
April 2024 in “International Research Journal Of Modernization In Engineering Technology And Science” This study identified promising properties of a herbal shampoo formulation, suggesting its potential for human cosmetic use, but notes that further optimization is needed to fully explore its benefits.
In this study, a nanoemulsion containing Lavender, Peppermint, and Rosemary oils significantly promoted hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, showing effects comparable to 2% minoxidil, following formula optimization and ex vivo skin permeation testing.
December 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, researchers using molecular docking techniques found that 12-Methoxy carnosic acid from rosemary shows promising potential as a natural inhibitor of the 5 alpha reductase enzyme, which is involved in hair loss, suggesting its efficacy compared to finasteride.
November 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” This study conducted in Rabat surveyed 100 individuals with afro-textured hair to identify plant-based treatments, finding twelve plant species purportedly effective in managing hair issues, with Ricinus communis, Cocos nucifera, and Aloe barbadensis being the most frequently cited.
This study found that among women with female pattern hair loss, higher self-esteem is significantly associated with lower body image concerns and greater self-compassion.
August 2023 in “The Indonesian Biomedical Journal” This study on UVB-exposed mice found that topical application of 10% Rosmarinus officinalis essential oil significantly increased hair length and follicle diameter, attributed potentially to its antioxidant compounds.
August 2023 in “Vittalle” This integrative literature review investigated clinical trials on using medicinal plants, herbal products, and dietary supplements for treating alopecia, noting a need for further studies due to limited chemical-pharmaceutical analyses of the plant species involved, which include Allium sativum and Rosmarinus officinalis.
June 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article reviews existing and emerging treatment methods for androgenetic alopecia non-surgically, suggesting some could potentially reverse disease progression, but notes each approach still faces certain limitations.
Some TikTok hair loss remedies like rosemary oil, onion juice, and garlic gel show promise, but more research is needed and they might delay proper treatment.
This study found that the nutraceutical product DERM decreased the pro-inflammatory cytokine IL-6 in mesenchymal stem cells under in vitro conditions.
June 2022 in “Farmacevtičnij časopis” This study developed a technology for a combined gel named "Biosedum Plus" intended for treating and preventing radiation skin damage, detailing its formulation and critical processing parameters.
January 2020 in “Journal of dermatology research and therapy” This study reviews popular over-the-counter hair loss products available online but reports no new clinical results.
This review discusses the potential effectiveness of certain essential oils in promoting hair growth for alopecia and reports no new clinical trials; the authors suggest these oils may increase hair thickness and volume.
This review highlights that certain plant species, like Glycyrrhiza inflata and rosemary, show potential in treating skin diseases such as rosacea and alopecia, but emphasizes the need for more clinical studies to validate these findings.
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.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 7.5% DEET lotion is more effective and safe at repelling mosquitoes than rosemary, citronella, and lemongrass lotions.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that the osteopontin-derived peptide FOL-005 inhibited hair growth in human scalp skin models, contrary to its hair growth promotion in mice, supporting further clinical testing for excessive hair growth treatment.
This study found that 3% rosemary oil effectively stimulated hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, with results comparable to 3% minoxidil, showing faster regrowth and increased hair follicle number and depth.
This study found that rosemary oil significantly increased enzyme activities and IGF-1 mRNA expression related to hair growth in the skin of C57BL/6 mice.
January 2008 in “한국미용학회지” This study found that in a shaving animal model of mice, increased enzyme activities and gene expression correlated with enhanced hair growth, suggesting they are good biomarkers in the anagen phase.
December 2007 in “한국미용학회지” This study found that a 3% mixture of peppermint and rosemary oil in jojoba oil promoted hair regrowth in C57BL/6 mice similarly to minoxidil and showed notable antibacterial effects.
April 2023 in “Seven Editora eBooks” This review discusses essential oils for androgenetic alopecia and hair growth but reports that few robust clinical trials currently support their effectiveness; the authors call for more research.
April 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews existing studies on the use of oils, including castor, pumpkin, lavender, peppermint, rosemary, and tea tree oils, for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the need for more research in humans, particularly within the Black community.
March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that hair transplant surgery significantly improved self-esteem and quality of life in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study observed a significant increase in certain dermatologic conditions a month and two months after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey, which may suggest a link with asymptomatic COVID-19 infection.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found a marked decrease in dermatology outpatient visits during the initial two months of COVID-19, with shifts in diagnosis frequencies for conditions like generalized pruritus and alopecia areata.
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January 2022 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, Covishield vaccination was associated with cutaneous adverse effects, notably telogen effluvium and urticaria, among recipients at a hospital in northern India.