February 2026 in “Journal of Surfactants and Detergents” In this study, researchers synthesized new surfactants with hair repair properties, finding that they effectively restored the hydrophobic barrier of damaged hair and improved combing ease compared to untreated hair, highlighting their potential in haircare products.
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August 2025 in “Fermentation” In this study, researchers produced a biosurfactant from yeast that effectively reduces surface tension, acts as a good oil emulsifier, demonstrates antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, and exhibits no cytotoxicity, suggesting its potential use in eco-friendly cosmetic formulations.
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October 2018 in “Фармацевтичний часопис” This study examined the use of emulsifiers and preservatives in soft emulsion-type drugs, suggesting that biogenic surfactants could be promising alternatives to synthetic agents that often cause side effects.
June 2014 in “Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology” This study found that alkaloids isolated from Cucumis metuliferus fruit pulp demonstrated antiviral activity against IBDV in chicken embryo fibroblast cells and NDV in 10-day-old embryonated chicken eggs, while being non-cytotoxic.
This study discusses a natural hair care shampoo formulated with ingredients such as Ritha, aloe Vera, and Amla fruit, designed to clean hair, eliminate oil and dandruff, and promote strength, blackness, and growth.