January 2021 in “Social Science Research Network” In this study, researchers developed and optimized ethanol-free microemulsion systems for transdermal finasteride delivery, finding that the predicted formulations closely matched their physical and chemical characteristics, potentially reducing adverse effects compared to oral administration.
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September 2008 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” This study suggests that artificial sebum L may serve as an effective substitute for human sebum in drug transport studies, due to its similar physicochemical properties.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Oleo Science” This study found that oil from CG17 garden cress seeds had higher amounts of β-carotenoids, tocopherols, and vitamins compared to other genotypes, with varying physiochemical properties across all seeds.
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February 1983 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that both hard and soft selenium disulphide-based detergents significantly increased triglyceride levels in human hair, suggesting enhanced sebum production with reduced lipolytic activity, but showed no significant differences between their effects.
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July 1977 in “PubMed” This study reported that a 19-year-old man's essential fatty acid deficiency was reversed with daily topical application of linoleic acid, improving clinical symptoms and normalizing certain fatty acid levels.
August 2026 in “The Chittagong University Journal of Science” This study evaluated nine herbal hair oils' quality and safety, finding that while all were non-irritant and offered some UV protection, oils like Farjana and Sesa showed oxidative instability, underlining the importance of strict quality control and proper storage.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of flaxseed oil for moisturizing and nourishing hair, highlighting its rich content of beneficial compounds, but it reports no clinical results.
January 2011 in “China Surfactant Detergent & Cosmetics” This review discusses linseed oil's traditional and cosmetic applications, including its use for skin and hair care, and reports no new clinical results; the authors suggest potential for more effective uses in cosmetics.
April 2016 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery” This study found that finasteride ethosome formulations with specific ethanol and soya lecithin concentrations significantly enhanced transdermal drug delivery compared to a potential nanogel.
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September 2023 in “Foods” In this study, researchers developed microcapsules and effervescent tablets containing policosanol from insect wax, achieving high encapsulation efficiency and rapid water dispersion, effectively addressing the challenges of solubility and psychological acceptance in consuming insect-based lipids.
November 2024 in “Pharmaciana” This study found that the optimum formula for chia seed oil nanoemulsion hair serum, composed of 33.52% Tween 80 and 46.48% propylene glycol, meets good physical characteristics and stability requirements.
December 2025 in “Revista em Agronegócio e Meio Ambiente” This study investigated the effects of ultrasound-assisted extraction on sunflower seed oil mixed with defective green coffee grains, finding that higher coffee grain ratios decreased oil yield but increased phenolic content and antioxidant activity, with potential applications for wound treatment.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study focused on formulating and assessing flaxseed herbal oil for its potential to moisturize and nourish hair, highlighting flaxseed's rich content of beneficial compounds such as omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which support scalp health and promote hair growth.
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April 2016 in “Research and reports in urology” In a cell-free test setting, this study found that a novel saw palmetto extract effectively inhibited the 5α-reductase type II enzyme, showing promising bioactivity comparable to finasteride for promoting prostate health.
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October 2013 in “EFSA Journal” The EFSA panel concluded that coriander seed oil is safe for use as a novel food ingredient at the proposed intake levels for healthy adults.
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January 2023 in “Uro” This study found that both a proprietary ultrahigh-pressure extract and a hexanic extract of saw palmetto showed comparable inhibition of 5α-reductase, suggesting similar potential for managing symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
August 2026 in “Fabad Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study developed a Neusilin® US2-based solid self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system for finasteride that showed improved stability and drug delivery, with complete dissolution comparable to standard Propecia® tablets.
May 2023 in “Pharma innovation” This review discusses PUFA-rich oil seeds and microencapsulation techniques but reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight microencapsulation as a promising method to protect PUFAs from oxidation.
September 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study suggests that a topical hydroalcoholic extract of liquorice root significantly reduced sebaceous gland size in Syrian hamsters, indicating potential for use in anti-acne therapy.
May 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation”
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May 1985 in “British journal of nutrition” This study found that in genetically diabetic mice, supplementation with safflower or evening primrose oil prevented the decrease in certain fatty acids and improved skin conditions, but increased plasma glucose levels.
February 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study introduced a unique herbal hair oil formulation that combines natural extracts such as coconut oil, sesame seeds, and hibiscus to hydrate the scalp, stimulate hair follicles, and improve overall hair appearance, aiming to address issues like thinning, dryness, and dandruff.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Morphology” This animal study found that Prunus armeniaca L. seed oil improved inflammatory markers, oxidative stress levels, and skin structure in DNFB-induced seborrheic dermatitis in rats, suggesting its potential role in managing this condition.
This review describes deep eutectic solvents as a green alternative to toxic solvents in extracting bioactive compounds, highlighting their sustainability, production from natural ingredients, and beneficial properties for pharmaceutical applications.
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October 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Petroleum and Gas” This study evaluated a microemulsion-based flushing fluid made with castor oil that effectively removed 84.85% of mud cake formed by drilling fluid, highlighting its Newtonian fluid behavior and high wettability inversion capability.
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July 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study reports that pumpkin seed oil-loaded niosomes significantly decreased hair loss and increased hair growth indicators in vivo, suggesting potential as a natural anti-hair loss therapy.
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January 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” This paper reviews the properties, characteristics, and applications of deep eutectic solvents as environmentally friendly alternatives for extracting bioactive compounds from natural sources in the pharmaceutical industry.
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July 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that para rubber seed oil, rich in specific fatty acids, effectively protected human epidermal coculture cells from UV-induced damage by reducing inflammatory markers and enzymes linked to photoaging, indicating its potential as a safe and innovative photoaging treatment.
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July 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” This case report found that a linoleic acid topical application reversed essential fatty acid deficiency and improved scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and hair depigmentation in a 19-year-old patient on fat-free intravenous nutrition.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this study, O. forskahlii seed oil was found to promote hair growth in rats and exhibit anti-aging effects on human skin cells by enhancing fibroblast proliferation and inhibiting inflammation and enzyme activity, indicating potential for cosmetic use.