January 2020 in “대한미용학회지” This review discusses various natural substances used in scalp improvement cosmetics and reports their potential benefits, without providing new clinical results, and suggests more comprehensive studies are needed.
This study found that hair loss increased after chemical hair dyeing, while sea cucumber extract shampoo and toner may help reduce hair loss and improve scalp condition.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This review highlights the potential of marine-derived nutraceuticals for treating skin and hair disorders, focusing on Viviscal, a supplement shown to be safe and effective in enhancing hair growth by improving cellular function and strengthening hair.
February 2023 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” This study observed that using an aroma shampoo containing essential oils for 4 weeks improved hair density and number in the occipital area, unlike a general shampoo used by the control group, which led to decreased hair number and thickness in the parietal area.
August 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” This study found that the perception of hair loss symptom relief shampoos has increased across various demographics, and that satisfaction with these products is linked to features like scalp anti-aging and hair root strengthening, indicating a consumer preference for specialized functional shampoos.