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February 1938 in “Archives of Dermatology” This piece presents a case study of a woman with diffuse alopecia, suggesting a potential link to a chronic focus of infection rather than acute fever.
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July 2022 in “Bali Medical Journal” In this case report, treatment with corticosteroid and cyclosporine improved hair growth in a 19-year-old male with alopecia universalis over 51 days.
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August 1981 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study reported that defects in the hair cuticle were found in every case of major structural hair abnormalities examined.
October 2025 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This review reports that topical applications of onion-based preparations, like onion juice and oil, may support hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata and improve scalp health through antioxidant and antimicrobial effects, although standardized formulations and clinical trials are limited.
January 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study investigated an herbal hair oil and shampoo formulation incorporating onion, neem, and flaxseed extracts, finding it effectively reduces hair fall and provides antifungal and conditioning benefits, thus offering a natural alternative to synthetic hair care products.
January 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated an herbal hair oil and shampoo made from onion, neem, and flaxseed extracts, finding that this natural formulation effectively addresses hair fall, offers antifungal benefits, and provides conditioning properties, presenting a stable and eco-friendly alternative to synthetic products.
June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This case study outlines the life of Madam C.J. Walker, an entrepreneur who developed hair care products for Black women, and became the first self-made female millionaire in the USA, highlighting ongoing challenges in dermatology regarding skin of color.
November 2020 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses the role of mineral nutrients in human health, emphasizing the importance of dietary sources and education to prevent mineral deficiencies, and reports no new clinical results.
June 2019 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that women with diffuse alopecia exhibited deficiencies in several trace elements, including sulfur, iron, and potassium, while men showed deficiencies in calcium, sulfur, and zinc.
December 2015 in “Basrah Journal of veterinary Research” In this study, researchers found that most buffaloes in Basrah, Iraq, suffered mineral deficiencies, especially in zinc, cobalt, copper, and sulfur, with outdoor grazing buffaloes displaying more severe deficiencies than those kept indoors.
This study analyzed hair samples from marathon runners with hair loss, finding distinct patterns in mineral content and heavy metal contamination, with more male than female runners experiencing hair loss.
January 2012 in “TRANSACTIONS OF THE JAPAN SOCIETY FOR AERONAUTICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY JAPAN” This paper outlines the research plan and current progress of a study analyzing mineral metabolism changes in astronauts by examining hair shafts after long-term space flight, with no new results yet.
This study found that PIXE microanalysis effectively detected and quantified trace element changes in hair shafts, revealing a marked decrease in copper after treatment for green hair syndrome.
May 2026 in “VT International Press Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Review” This study developed a herbal hair oil using garlic leaves, coconut oil, castor oil, hibiscus flower powder, and amla extract, finding it enhances scalp nutrition, reduces hair loss, and maintains favorable aesthetic attributes with appropriate stability and consistency for hair application.
March 2026 in “Journal of the mechanical behavior of biomedical materials/Journal of mechanical behavior of biomedical materials” This study investigated the mechanical response of the human hair cuticle to strain and found that cuticular deformation directly corresponded with fiber elongation, revealing significant molecular-level changes in disulfide crosslinks but maintained structural stability, highlighting the role of the cuticle in stress resistance.
February 2026 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” This study found that the viscosity of silicone oil in hair treatments significantly affects wave curling performance and hair damage, with untreated and chemically treated hair showing different optimal viscosities.
March 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this study, a domestic cat diagnosed with scabiosis and Felicola subrostratus infestation was successfully treated with ivermectin, diphenhydramine, fish oil, sulfur soap, and topical fipronil, showing good treatment outcomes.
February 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” This case study reports that a 4-month-old local male dog with scabiosis due to Sarcoptes scabiei infection improved after receiving a combination of ivermectin, antihistamines, supportive therapies, and sulfur shampoo for 28 days, with new hair growth observed by the 40th day.
December 2024 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” In this study, dynamic hyaluronic acid hydrogels with properties like injectability and controlled degradation were developed to enhance healing and remodeling of diabetic wounds, achieving effects such as inflammation reduction, increased angiogenesis, and neovascularization, leading to complete wound healing.
May 2024 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” This narrative review reports that well-selected plant extracts and their active compounds may improve hair health by promoting hair growth and preventing hair loss, potentially aiding in developing targeted therapies for alopecia.
April 2024 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” In this study, researchers describe the causes and treatment of scabiosis in cats, identifying mites Sarcoptes scabiei and Notoedres cati as the culprits and detailing a therapeutic regimen including ivermectin, diphenhydramine, nutritional supplements, and sulfur shampoo that resulted in improved symptoms and hair regrowth.
February 2024 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this study, a dog diagnosed with both ehrlichiosis and demodicosis showed significant clinical improvement after receiving a treatment regimen of doxycycline, ivermectin, diphenhydramine, vitamin B complex, and sulfur soap baths, noticeable by the 14th and 28th days of therapy.
January 2024 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” In this case report, a 1.5-year-old Pomeranian named Beb with respiratory and skin issues was diagnosed with pneumonia and demodecosis; following a two-week treatment including antibiotics, ivermectin, and supportive care, Beb's symptoms resolved, and hair regrowth was observed.
January 2024 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” This case study reported successful treatment of ankylostomyosis and scabiosis in a three-month-old cat using ivermectin and pyrantel pamoate, improving symptoms significantly after three weeks.
January 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” In this case report, a 7-month-old local dog named Oreo was diagnosed with demodicosis and helminthiasis and showed improvement in skin condition after 14 days of treatment with ivermectin, antihistamines, vitamin B complex, fish oil, and sulfur soap.
November 2023 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” This case study describes a mixed breed dog with complex dermatitis caused by infections of Demodex sp, Sarcoptes scabiei, and Malassezia sp and reports that a combination of ivermectin treatment and sulfur shampoo improved the dog's symptoms after 14 days.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Infectious Diseases” In this case study, dermoscopy successfully visualized head lice and their eggs on a 19-year-old girl's scalp, aiding in the diagnosis of pediculosis capitis, which was then treated with sulfur ointment and hair shaving.
October 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” This report describes the successful treatment of dermatophytosis due to Trychophyton spp. in a 2-month-old kitten using ketoconazole cream, fish oil, multivitamin syrup, and sulfur soap, resulting in significant improvement in the skin condition after four weeks.
October 2023 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” In this case report, a 2-year-old cat with bilateral otitis externa and scabiosis was treated with a combination of antiparasitic, antibiotic, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory medications, leading to significant clinical improvement after 10 days.
January 2020 in “한국미용학회지” This study found that incorporating Musa extracts in pretreatment products effectively mitigated hair damage during permanent wave application, closely maintaining hair thickness and tensile strength compared to untreated hair.