August 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The shampoo helps reduce hair loss and improves Minoxidil® absorption.
This study found no significant difference in hair outcomes between patients using Minoxidil 1 shampoo and a placebo shampoo for alopecia over four months.
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May 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” In this study, researchers developed a method using scalp cyanoacrylate biopsy and advanced imaging techniques to effectively measure and visualize the distribution of anti-dandruff shampoo ingredients zinc pyrithione and climbazole within the scalp follicular infundibulum.
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August 2021 in “Cosmetics” This study identified an optimal sulfate-free and silicone-free conditioning shampoo formulation using 1% hyaluronic acid at 800 kDa, 10% acidic sophorolipid, and 1% sodium chloride, which maintains essential conditioning and cleansing properties without compromising on performance.
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that split-head paired design trials are as effective as whole-head parallel design trials in differentiating anti-dandruff shampoos through scalp flaking measurements, but are more efficient and cost-effective, requiring fewer participants to achieve similar results.
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April 2020 in “Journal of surfactants and detergents” This study found that shampoos with sugar-derived surfactants improved hair cleansing properties, were less cytotoxic, and resulted in easier hair combing compared to formulations containing sodium laureth sulfate.
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October 2020 in “Giornale italiano di dermatologia e venereologia” This study found that a phyto-caffeine-containing shampoo was more effective than a control shampoo in reducing hair loss and improving hair strength in women with androgenetic alopecia over a 6-month period.
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July 2020 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study evaluated shampoo formulations containing banana corm extract and found that they possess favorable physical and stability characteristics, suggesting potential as a natural haircare product.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” In this study, researchers developed a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo that demonstrated strong antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur and reported its conditioning performance to be comparable to market-available shampoos, though further research is needed to improve its quality and safety.
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January 2018 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This case report describes a 16-year-old girl who developed Plica Polonica, a rare hair matting disorder, after using a homeopathic antidandruff shampoo, highlighting a potential link between shampoo use and the condition.
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November 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study developed a novel antidandruff shampoo with ketoconazole-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles that showed enhanced antifungal activity against Malassezia furfur compared to standard ketoconazole treatments, suggesting it could be a more effective alternative for dandruff management.
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June 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that two shampoos with different dyeing methods had varying abilities to dye hair and impact hair health, suggesting that individuals should select hair color shampoos based on their personal needs.
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January 2016 in “Der pharmacia lettre” This study found that shampoo formulated with Eclipta alba extracts may promote hair growth and act as an antidandruff agent due to its antifungal activity against Malassezia.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” This study suggests that keratin films, which model hair damage sensitivity, remained intact after shampoo and conditioner treatments and showed potential for evaluating hair texture and adsorption.
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February 2014 in “Analytical Letters” This study developed a fast and sensitive ultra-high performance liquid chromatography method to quantify ketoconazole in antidandruff emulsions, showing comparable results to labeled concentrations.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo containing fenugreek and hibiscus and found it had good cleansing action, stable foam, satisfactory pH, and caused no skin irritation, suggesting it may be an effective alternative to synthetic shampoos.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study formulated a herbal anti-dandruff shampoo using Fenugreek and Hibiscus extracts and found that it provided effective cleansing, stable foam, a satisfactory pH, and no skin irritation, suggesting it as a potential alternative to synthetic shampoos.
July 2026 in “International journal of research in pharmacy and life sciences.” This study formulated and evaluated a polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo, demonstrating it had good cleansing properties, antimicrobial activity against dandruff-causing microbes, and remained physically stable, potentially offering a safe and effective herbal alternative for dandruff management.
June 2026 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study developed an SLS-free, plant-based anti-dandruff shampoo with favorable characteristics including effective antifungal properties and consumer appeal, suggesting it as a viable alternative to synthetic products.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers formulated a natural poly-herbal baby shampoo with ingredients like Amla and Soapnut, demonstrating it to be a mild, effective cleansing and conditioning option for infants, offering a gentle alternative to synthetic shampoos without causing irritation.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed and evaluated a poly-herbal baby shampoo using natural ingredients and found it to be an effective and gentle alternative to synthetic shampoos, offering cleansing and conditioning benefits suitable for infants' sensitive scalps.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that the polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoo formulated from medicinal plants like Azadirachta indica and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis demonstrated significant antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, including effects against dandruff-causing microorganisms, suggesting it could be a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
April 2026 in “Cosmetics” This study developed and tested a shampoo with semi-permanent dyes designed to gradually cover gray hair, reporting maintained stability and effective gray–black coloration on high-canities hair tresses through eight wash cycles.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a natural herbal shampoo using curry leaves as the main ingredient, combined with other natural substances, aiming to enhance hair growth, strength, and natural darkening while reducing hair loss without the risks associated with chemical shampoos.
February 2026 in “INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT” In this study, a polyherbal antifungal shampoo using plant-based ingredients such as Neem and Amla was formulated and showed significant antifungal activity, suggesting it could be a safe and effective natural alternative to synthetic shampoos for treating dandruff and scalp infections.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights recent findings on the polyherbal formulations for dandruff management, indicating these offer promising, eco-friendly alternatives with multiple health benefits compared to conventional anti-dandruff shampoos that may cause adverse effects with prolonged use.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights that polyherbal anti-dandruff shampoos, which use combinations of medicinal plants like neem and aloe vera, are promising alternatives to conventional shampoos due to their multi-targeted therapeutic actions and fewer adverse effects, offering a safer and holistic approach to managing dandruff.
August 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” This study found that the perception of hair loss symptom relief shampoos has increased across various demographics, and that satisfaction with these products is linked to features like scalp anti-aging and hair root strengthening, indicating a consumer preference for specialized functional shampoos.
June 2025 in “INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT” This study assessed a herbal dry shampoo comprising natural ingredients like Shikakai and Reetha, finding it effectively passed physicochemical tests but highlighted the need for more research to optimize product quality and safety.
April 2025 in “Cosmetics” In this randomized, double-blind study, a shampoo containing Plantago asiatica L. significantly improved hair thickness and density while reducing hair loss over 12 weeks in adults compared to a placebo.