March 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this review, the authors examined the potential benefits of using wood tar in dermatology and cosmetics in Sub-Saharan Africa, based on its historical application in skin care and its worldwide usage.
March 2025 in “Journal of Bio Innovation” This review examines the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of dermatophytosis (ringworm) in dogs and cats, highlighting the role of Microsporum canis and the public health implications of zoophilic dermatophytes, affecting roughly 20-25% of the global population.
In this study, researchers formulated and evaluated herbal hair serums incorporating natural ingredients like flax seed, fenugreek, and castor oil, finding that the best formulation supported hair growth with minimal side effects compared to existing herbal serums.
In this narrative review, researchers evaluated existing literature on the treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia, finding that while no curative treatment exists, clinical improvements can be achieved through personalized and combined therapy approaches.
January 2025 in “American Journal of Medical and Clinical Research & Reviews” In this literature review, potential health risks of toxic chemicals commonly found in cosmetic products were linked to issues such as cancer, reproductive abnormalities, and skin diseases, highlighting concerns over ingredients like talc, parabens, and phthalates.
January 2025 in “RSC Pharmaceutics” Smart microneedles using advanced tech could improve psoriasis treatment.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study developed an herbal shampoo with Emblica officinalis (amla) and Eclipta alba (bhringraj), known from Ayurvedic medicine, which showed effective cleansing ability and improved hair texture and manageability, suggesting it is a promising chemical-free option for hair care.
This review highlights the therapeutic potential of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, detailing its significant medicinal value for treating various conditions such as wounds, infections, and diabetes, attributed primarily to its bioactive compounds like flavonoids and tannins.
November 2024 in “International Journal of Research and Review” This review explores the application of nanotechnology in cosmetics, highlighting its role in enhancing skin penetration, sustaining drug action, and protecting against UV radiation, while also addressing regulatory considerations and potential exposure routes.
November 2024 in “Journal of Scientific Agriculture” This paper reviews the benefits of using silk proteins as natural ingredients in cosmetics, highlighting their potential for improving skin and hair health due to properties like antimicrobial activity, UV resistance, and enhanced moisture absorption.
July 2024 in “Annals of Phytomedicine An International Journal” In this study, the authors reviewed various herbal ingredients used in hair care products and found that components like aloe vera, hibiscus, amla, and fenugreek have traditional and scientifically validated benefits for addressing hair issues such as hair loss, dandruff, and damage.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Life Science” This review highlights several natural ingredients, including Citrus Sinensis, Nigella sativa, flax seed, and coconut oil, that may promote hair growth and prevent hair loss due to their protective and nourishing properties, focusing on their formulation into hair serum.
May 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” The study developed a hair cream using extracts from plants like Hibiscus rosa sinensis and Nigella sativa, reporting that it may protect the scalp and hair by providing antimicrobial effects, promoting hair growth, and preventing hair fall and graying.
May 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that hair with lower levels of keratin associated proteins reduced the foreign body response in mouse subcutaneous implant tests compared to hair with higher keratin levels.
February 2024 in “Universal Library of Innovative Research and Studies” In this study, researchers found that the primary cause of slippage and detachment of keratin capsules in hair extensions is the re-contamination by oily residues from the hairdresser's hands, rather than the use of hair care products like masks or conditioners.
February 2024 in “Asian journal of medical sciences” This study found that pityriasis capitis was the most common skin disease among 507 hostellers in Pudukottai, followed by acne vulgaris and pediculosis capitis, with factors such as poor hygiene, lack of sunscreen use, junk food intake, and stress contributing to their prevalence.
January 2024 in “Seven Editora eBooks” This paper reviews various techniques for measuring the physical and mechanical properties of human hair fibers, emphasizing their importance in developing effective cosmetic products.
January 2024 in “Dermatology Review” This study found that combining platelet-rich plasma with 4% hydroquinone was more effective in reducing melasma symptoms than using hydroquinone alone.
January 2024 in “International journal of Indian medicine” In this article, the authors aimed to educate readers on common hair disorders linked to improper care, emphasizing prevention and treatment using Ayurvedic principles such as Dincharya and yoga.
January 2024 in “Middle East Journal of Applied Science & Technology” This study formulated and evaluated a polyherbal body lotion using neem, tulsi, and aloe vera extracts, finding it met satisfactory physicochemical standards and was well received by users for skin smoothness and hydration without causing allergies.
December 2023 in “Acta Facultatis Medicae Naissensis” This study reviews skin issues caused by COVID-19 and related measures, concluding that cosmeceuticals, positioned between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, are widely recommended for managing these conditions unless they are severe.
October 2023 in “Cognizance journal” This study explores using agent-based modeling and nutrition science to predict and treat oral and dental diseases as alternatives to traditional incarceration for managing criminal behavior, but results are not reported.
October 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This article provides an in-depth exploration of both natural and synthetic treatments for alopecia, examining their mechanisms, benefits, limitations, and current research, while noting that synthetic therapies can have potential adverse effects.
Bee pollen, green tea, essential oils, and various plant extracts improve skin and hair health.
September 2023 in “Jurnal MIPA (edisi elektronik)” This study formulated and evaluated the physical stability of hair tonic preparations using lime extract (Citrus aurantifolia) at varying concentrations. The researchers found that the tonics exhibited good physical stability, as indicated by meeting Indonesian National Standards, even after undergoing temperature cycling tests.
August 2023 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” In this thesis, the authors concluded that various lifestyle factors such as poor dietary habits, stress, and inadequate hair care habits contribute significantly to hair fall, or Khalitya, highlighting the role of lifestyle changes in mitigating hair loss.
July 2023 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” This review highlights the diverse potential medicinal properties of kavalactones from Alpinia zerumbet, which include antioxidant, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory activities, among others, and suggests fields for further research.
June 2023 in “Small animal advances” In this case report, a 2-month-old Chippiparai pup in Puducherry, India, successfully received treatment for concurrent scabies and dermatophytosis using ivermectin, a topical acaricide solution, a dewormer, and an herbal immunostimulant, with no signs of toxicity.
April 2023 in “Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica” This study found that using Urtica cannabina extract shampoo led to increased levels of copper, zinc, and iodine in the scalp hair of Mongolian women, along with improvements in hair growth, diameter, and density compared to a regular shampoo.
March 2023 in “International journal of integrated medical research” This article discusses keratosis pilaris, a common skin condition often considered a normal variant, and reviews its associations, progression, and available treatments without reporting new clinical results.