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 developed a plant-based, SLS-free anti-dandruff shampoo with optimal cosmetic properties and antifungal effectiveness, reporting its potential as a safe and biodegradable alternative to synthetic products.
July 2025 in “JURNAL BIOLOGI TROPIS” In this animal study, the researchers reported that a shampoo containing 2.5% teak leaf extract and 0.30% virgin coconut oil significantly increased hair growth rate and reduced hair loss in mice, suggesting potential benefits for addressing hair loss.
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September 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the potential of three-dimensional printed mesoporous scaffolds for drug delivery applications, particularly for bone cells and tissues, but reports no new clinical results.
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November 2009 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” This study found that Transcutol P significantly enhanced the skin penetration of Finasteride in vitro, while cationic and anionic surfactants did not show such effects.
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June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that laboratory-formulated natural shampoos condition hair better than commercial herbal shampoos, as shown by SEM micrograph analysis of hair microstructure.
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January 1985 in “PubMed” This study found that electron and proton microprobe analysis can reveal differences in element distribution within human hair and epidermis, although no significant water content differences were noted between atopic eczema and normal skin.
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November 2009 in “The Neurologist/The neurologist” This case report highlights a 21-year-old woman with seizures, mental retardation, spastic diplegia, and ichthyosis consistent with Sjogren-Larsson syndrome, and emphasizes the importance of differential diagnosis when additional symptoms are present.
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August 2014 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” In this study, the researchers reported that while both propylene glycol and sodium lauryl sulfate enhanced finasteride's skin deposition, ethanol was the only effective enhancer of finasteride's permeation through the skin.
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September 2018 in “Current Drug Delivery” This study found that a finasteride topical gel formulation using propylene glycol and Tween® 80 showed significantly enhanced permeation compared to a control formulation without these enhancers.
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November 2023 in “Biomaterials advances” This study found that combining mesenchymal stromal cells from adipose tissue and hair follicles with soy protein and β-chitin scaffolds significantly reduced wound healing time and improved skin regeneration in vivo.
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June 2007 in “Almustansiriya journal of pharmaceutical sciences/Al-Mustansiriyah journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This study found that a cimetidine 10% cream with sodium lauryl sulphate significantly increased drug diffusion through mouse skin and showed promise in treating warts in a preliminary clinical trial.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that the formulated polyherbal shampoo is a safe, stable, and effective natural alternative for routine hair care, offering good cleansing, conditioning, and protection without causing skin irritation.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study concluded that the formulated polyherbal shampoo using natural ingredients is safe, stable, and effective for hair care, showing good cleansing, conditioning, and nourishment properties as a natural alternative to synthetic shampoos.
July 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this case report, a 9-year-old boy with Sjogren-Larsson syndrome was also diagnosed with central precocious puberty, showing genetic mutations and increased hormone levels; he was treated with triptorelin acetate for CPP but experienced growth delay during follow-up.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated the effectiveness of three formulated hair conditioners—Herbal, Synthetic, and Ayurvedic—using organoleptic and physicochemical tests like pH, Dirt Dispersion, and Stability, with the main aim to develop a product that meets user compliance and desired hair care effects.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this research, the authors developed and tested three types of hair conditioners—Herbal, Synthetic, and Ayurvedic—by analyzing their organoleptic properties and physicochemical parameters to assess their effects on hair manageability and appearance.
January 2026 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This review suggests that standardized herbal shampoos may offer a safe and sustainable alternative to synthetic products due to their natural saponins and multifunctional benefits, though challenges in consistency and shelf-life persist.
June 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study evaluated the physicochemical properties of an herbal shampoo formulated with natural ingredients like hibiscus and henna and compared it to a common marketed shampoo, finding it effectively replaced some chemical components with safer alternatives while maintaining similar characteristics.
December 2024 in “Media Farmasi Jurnal Ilmu Farmasi” In this study, the researchers developed an optimum liquid shampoo formula using chia plant components and found it to meet specific physical characteristics and stability requirements, with viscosity and foam height tested within acceptable ranges.
September 2024 in “Sasambo Journal of Pharmacy” This study formulated and tested a pomegranate leaf shampoo with antifungal properties, identifying an optimal composition of 5.5% SLS and 15.5% cocamide DEA, showing good foam stability, appropriate pH, and viscosity in lab tests.
September 2024 in “Research Repository Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim (University of Southampton)” In this study, researchers identified an optimal shampoo formulation using Design Expert software, which showed no significant differences in viscosity and foam height, and the physical characteristics met acceptable standards, suggesting its potential for supporting hair health and preventing hair loss.
September 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical quality assurance” This study concluded that sodium lauryl sulfate is very toxic to hair, damaging its structure, while natural conditioners help protect hair integrity and improve consistency and shine.
June 2022 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” The research developed a herbal shampoo using extracts from Piper Betel and Psidium Guajava leaves, which showed potential in promoting hair growth and managing hair diseases, while replacing synthetic ingredients with safe natural alternatives.
Certain ingredients in personal care products, like formaldehyde, oxidative hair dyes, and sulfates, pose health risks and need careful review.
January 2018 in “대한미용학회지” This study found that white hair demonstrated denser and more hydrophobic properties compared to black hair.
This study explored the formulation of a 1% minoxidil gel shampoo, finding that specific combinations of surfactants significantly affect its foaming ability, which may enhance compliance compared to imported products.
This study concluded that a shampoo with 10% sodium lauryl sulfate showed the best physical properties among the tested formulas, aligning closely with the Indonesian National Standard.
This article reviews the roles and types of surfactants and ingredients in modern shampoos, discussing their contributions to cleansing, conditioning, and cosmetic effects, but reports no new experimental findings.
January 1995 in “Seoul National University Open Repository (Seoul National University)” This study found that skin sulfhydryl oxidase plays a role in keratinization and may contribute to skin's protective functions, with its expression influenced by irritants and differentiation modifiers.