October 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that conventional treatments like oral dutasteride and topical/oral minoxidil are effective for male androgenetic alopecia, and it provides guidance on the relative efficacy of some alternative treatments, such as topical melatonin and rosemary oil, compared to these conventional therapies.
34 citations
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January 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This review highlights the use of natural products in cosmetic-containing herbals for skin and hair care but reports no new clinical results, calling attention to their claimed curative properties and minimal side effects.
5 citations
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May 2022 in “Molecules” This article reviews the literature on the off-label use of botulinum toxin for dermatological conditions, highlighting its potential effectiveness in treating rosacea, anal fissures, Raynaud phenomenon, hypertrophic scars, keloids, and hidradenitis suppurativa.
July 2008 in “Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings” Global oil use will rise, US corn-to-ethanol policy is flawed, and various social and economic issues need attention.
April 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This review discusses the potential of P. polyphylla saponins to treat acne through antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and antioxidant effects, noting that acne's complex pathogenesis makes this line of research promising for future studies.
90 citations
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July 2014 in “Conservation Physiology” This study found that hair cortisol concentration in free-ranging brown bears is influenced by handling methods, body condition, and potentially both short- and long-term stressors.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the potential of Ziziphus species and its extracted oil as new therapeutic agents in drug development and highlights the need for further studies to fully exploit this species for human health benefits.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study aimed to create an herbal shampoo that effectively removes oil, dirt, and dandruff while enhancing hair thickness, growth, and blackness, without causing side effects like conventional cosmetic shampoos can. Results are not reported.
6 citations
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January 2022 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This review discusses the ethnobotanical use and bioactivity of Eclipta prostrata, highlighting its potential in treating various conditions and linking its effects to secondary metabolites.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” In this case study, the authors explored the management of ophiasis, a rare and challenging form of alopecia areata, in a 3-year-old boy using the Unani system of medicine, aiming to provide insights for treatment approaches.
December 2024 in “Ankara Universitesi Eczacilik Fakultesi Dergisi” This review highlights Nigella sativa L. (black cumin) as a plant with numerous health benefits, noting its rich nutritional profile and reported therapeutic effects such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, identified through various in vitro, in vivo, and clinical research studies.
44 citations
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October 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses the broadening scope of botulinum toxin applications beyond traditional uses, highlighting its effects on non-neuronal cells and potential in treating various dermatological conditions, without reporting new clinical findings.
9 citations
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November 2009 in “Recent Patents on Drug Delivery & Formulation” This review discusses various patent articles on microemulsion carriers in drug delivery systems and reports no new empirical findings.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Advances in Engineering Technology Research” This study found that bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells from Guizhou miniature pigs showed stable growth and multidirectional differentiation potential, making them ideal for tissue engineering applications.
May 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study reviewed the effectiveness and quality assessment of herbal shampoos made with traditional medicinal herbs, reporting that they offer a sustainable, eco-friendly, and safe way to promote hair and scalp health, aligning with contemporary wellness trends.
49 citations
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October 2014 in “International Scholarly Research Notices” This review explores the medicinal properties of Eclipta alba and its phytoconstituents and reports their potential for developing new drugs, but presents no new research results.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” This study found that patients with premature greying of hair had significant abnormalities in cardiovascular risk markers, including elevated IL-6 levels, compared to healthy controls.
13 citations
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July 1951 in “Industrial & Engineering Chemistry” This research article evaluates the protein content of yeast grown on wood hydrolyzate, without providing new results or clinical findings.
2 citations
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May 2001 in “Current problems in dermatology” The conclusion is that effectively treating hair disorders is difficult due to the complex factors affecting hair growth and more research is needed to improve treatments.
4 citations
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July 1994 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses the emergence and impact of eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome related to L-tryptophan and offers insights into environmental factors affecting sclerodermatous conditions, with no new research findings presented.
160 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of biophotonics” This review discusses the evolution and potential of photobiomodulation therapy, highlighting its transition from skepticism to recognition in medical research; it reports no new experimental findings.
April 1981 in “Postgraduate Medicine” This article reviews surgical hair replacement techniques for bald patients dissatisfied with hairpieces and reports that various options provide good results with minimal side effects, emphasizing the importance of frontal area design for a natural appearance.
48 citations
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July 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Cosmetics enhance beauty, fix defects, and intimidate enemies, with varying cultural standards and alternative methods.
April 2026 in “Lebda Medical Journal” The researchers in this study conducted a comparative analysis of hair and body shampoos, finding notable physicochemical differences, such as body shampoos having lower surface tension and higher foam heights, while hair shampoos were more acidic, potentially to meet different biological and sensory needs.
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.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This abstract outlines the concept and benefits of herbal hair masks, emphasizing that these plant-based formulations, including ingredients like Bhringraj and Hibiscus, may enhance scalp health and hair strength without adverse effects, but does not report specific research findings.
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.
2 citations
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March 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Science and Engineering” This review highlights that nanoemulsions, especially those with droplet sizes under 200 nm, show promise in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics by improving drug stability, bioavailability, and reducing side effects, with potential applications in CNS diseases, cancer treatments, and skincare products.
149 citations
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September 2017 in “Pharmaceutics” This review compares animal and human skin characteristics in in vitro permeation studies but reports no new results, highlighting variations and the need for better model correlations.
69 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” This review discusses trichoscopy as a noninvasive, effective technique for diagnosing various hair loss conditions and monitoring treatment, highlighting its potential to reduce scalp biopsy necessity.