August 2026 in “Acta Innovations” This study found that Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk herbal oil formulated with VCO demonstrated enhanced antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities, and provided UV protection, with EHO-18 identified as the best-performing version.
August 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” In this review, researchers outline the characteristics of scalp rosacea, an underrecognized inflammatory dermatosis, describing its multifactorial pathogenesis, diagnostic features, and management strategies, noting its clinical similarities with facial rosacea and the absence of standardized diagnostic criteria or therapeutic guidelines.
August 2026 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B Applied Biomaterials” This study found that natural tea trichomes accelerated wound healing and provided photoprotection in a mouse model, suggesting potential as a sustainable biomaterial for skin repair due to its antioxidant properties and ability to enhance tissue regeneration and reduce UV-induced skin damage.
August 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study highlights the potential of stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles to treat UV-induced skin damage by modulating key signaling pathways, though challenges like EV composition variability and skin barrier penetration remain, underscoring the need for further research into optimized delivery methods for effective therapies.
July 2026 in “Journal of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO” In this study, commercial synthetic braiding hair samples from Kenya were analyzed, revealing that while no Ammonium Thioglycolate was detected, significant formaldehyde contamination was present, with varying concentrations throughout the hair strands, potentially impacting consumer safety.
July 2026 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses the potential benefits of topical melatonin in aesthetic dermatology, including its antioxidant and protective properties for skin aging and photoaging, while also noting varying strengths of evidence across different skin conditions.
May 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that treating human hair with vitamin E and γ-oryzanol significantly reduced UV-B-induced structural damage, with γ-oryzanol providing greater protection, especially in female hair samples. The findings highlight these compounds' potential as cost-effective solutions for preserving hair integrity against UV damage.
May 2026 in “Revista Iluminart” In this study, researchers found that adding coffee grounds to neutral shampoo, a popular DIY trend, resulted in peak caffeine extraction after seven days, with concentrations surpassing those in commercial products, suggesting educational potential for chemistry classes.
May 2026 in “Materials Today Bio” This study reported that a bioderived melanoidin/tannic acid nanocomplex forms a durable, antioxidant-active coating on hair fibers, providing enhanced UV protection and improving tensile resilience by suppressing oxidative stress and activating endogenous antioxidant pathways.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that UV radiation exposure during a simulated Brazilian summer caused more significant mechanical damage to natural hair than bleaching, although both caused comparable structural alterations, with double bleaching leading to the most severe protein degradation.
In this study, researchers developed vegan exosome-like vesicles from microalgae that mimic mammalian exosomes, demonstrating promising in vitro, ex vivo, and clinical effects such as improved wrinkle depth and elasticity, making them a potential alternative in cosmetic applications.
May 2026 in “Advanced Materials Interfaces” This study reported that a new coating made with delaminated Ti₃C₂ MXene nano-sheets and a tea-derived compound effectively protects hair keratin from damage by providing UV screening, thermal dissipation, and antioxidation, while also enhancing mechanical strength and restoring wettability.
April 2026 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that human skin melanocytes with low mutation burdens are smaller, less dendritic, and exhibit stem-like features, often residing in UV-protected hair follicles, suggesting their role in replenishing sun-damaged epidermis.
April 2026 in “Biomolecules” This study reported that discarded squid ink was used to develop a high-performance, environmentally friendly hair dye that offers a stable deep black color, UV protection, and preserves hair structure, while showing excellent biosafety in lab tests.
March 2026 in “Ageing Research Reviews” This review highlights the complex interplay between intrinsic and extrinsic factors influencing skin aging, emphasizing the need for advanced human-specific models to study aging mechanisms and develop new therapies.
March 2026 in “BioScience Trends” This review explores how various skin cell types contribute to photoaging driven by UV radiation, detailing their interactions and molecular mechanisms like oxidative stress and ECM degradation, ultimately offering insights for future anti-photoaging strategies.
March 2026 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” This review highlights that exosomes from adipose-derived stem cells, particularly those enriched with circ-Ash1l, can inhibit ferroptosis and reduce UVB-induced skin aging by delivering GPX4-promoting signals to damaged cells, thus offering a potential regenerative therapy for photoaged skin.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This study reviews melatonin's diverse roles in dermatology, highlighting its potential to protect skin from UV damage and oxidative stress, enhance DNA repair, and influence hair follicle cycling, suggesting therapeutic applications in skin care and hair renewal.
March 2026 in “Cosmetics” In this comprehensive review, researchers reported that macromolecules like type I collagen, keratin, and ceramides enhance hair health by improving follicular function and increasing hair density, strength, shine, and resilience, as shown in various in vitro, animal, and human studies.
March 2026 in “Akdeniz Medical Journal” This review focuses on the role of exosomes in diagnosing and treating various dermatological diseases, emphasizing their potential to promote skin regeneration, improve cosmetic outcomes, and modulate immune-related conditions, with the anticipation of expanded future applications.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This review discusses the potential role of vascular endothelial cells as signaling niches influencing epithelial stem cell states in the skin, emphasizing the need for further exploration in this area.
March 2026 in “Aging Research” This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of skin aging research, highlighting the interplay of genetic and environmental factors, cellular mechanisms, and advances in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, while also addressing current debates and future directions in the anti-aging field.
February 2026 in “Phycology” This review highlights the potential of microalgae as sustainable sources for nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals, emphasizing their applications in functional foods, dietary supplements, and cosmetics for roles such as anti-aging and photoprotection in alignment with sustainability principles.
January 2026 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” UV dermoscopy helps detect white hairs in children more effectively.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study observed that eco-friendly PALF forms a protective physical barrier on the skin, helping limit the impact of environmental pollutants and offering additional benefits for skin and hair in various cosmetic formulations.
January 2026 in “DR-NTU (Nanyang Technological University)” This study found that melanosomes extracted from human hair waste can effectively block UVA and UVB radiation when used as a natural UV filter in sunscreens, performing comparably to commercial UV filters and remaining stable in cosmetic formulations.
January 2026 in “Aging and Disease” This study highlights the critical role of mitochondria in skin aging and wound repair, suggesting that targeted interventions such as antioxidants, NAD⁺ boosters, and NRF2-based therapies may enhance mitochondrial function and improve cutaneous health.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, the authors highlight the growing use of herbal cosmetics in the personal care industry due to their health benefits, emphasizing the importance of quality control and safety in these increasingly popular natural formulations.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, researchers highlighted the potential of herbal hair oils made from rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) and black sesame (Sesamum indicum) as safe and effective alternatives to synthetic products, citing their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and nourishing properties that support scalp health and hair quality.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the potential of herbal hair oil prepared with rosemary and black sesame for scalp health, hair strength, and appearance, emphasizing their antioxidant and nourishing benefits as a natural alternative to chemical formulations.