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GlossaryAntifungal Activity

ability to inhibit or kill fungal organisms

Antifungal activity refers to the ability of a substance to inhibit the growth of or kill fungi, which are microorganisms that can cause infections in humans, animals, and plants. This is particularly important in treating conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and certain types of dandruff, which are caused by fungal infections. For professionals, understanding the specific mechanisms, such as disrupting the fungal cell membrane or interfering with cell division, is crucial for developing effective treatments.

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research Antifungal and Antibacterial Activity of the Essential Oil of Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana from Spain

9 citations , October 2012 in “Natural Product Communications”

The essential oil from Chamaecyparis lawsoniana has strong antibacterial and antifungal effects, especially against yeast and Gram-positive bacteria.

Comparative Study on Eucalyptol and Camphor Rich Essential Oils from Rhizomes of Hedychium Spicatum and Their Pharmacological, Antioxidant, and Antifungal Activities

research Comparative study on eucalyptol and camphor rich essential oils from rhizomes of Hedychium spicatum Sm. and their pharmacological, antioxidant and antifungal activities

7 citations , January 2022 in “Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias”

Essential oils from Hedychium spicatum have potential for developing natural drugs with pain-blocking, fever-reducing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

research Antifungal activity and phytochemical screening of Calotropis procera leaf extracts against some dermatophytes

2 citations , January 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research”

Calotropis procera leaf extracts have antifungal properties, especially against Microsporum canis.

research Use of a modified hair strand test to assess the antifungal activity kinetics of dog hair after a 2% climbazole shampoo application

2 citations , April 2016 in “Veterinary dermatology”

A 2% climbazole shampoo effectively reduces fungal growth on dog hair, and using a physiological shampoo afterward may boost this effect.

research Physical Qualities and Antifungal Activity of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Extract Shampoo against Candida albicans

March 2025 in “PHARMADEMICA Jurnal Kefarmasian dan Gizi”

Cucumber extract shampoo effectively fights fungi and meets quality standards.

research Antifungal activity and hair growth stimulation of purple sweet potato leaf fraction (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lamk) and its molecular mechanism through androgen receptor inhibition

May 2024 in “Pharmacia/Farmaciâ”

Purple sweet potato leaf extracts can help treat hair loss and fungal infections.

Antifungal Activity of Neem Leaf Extract With Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil and Cymbopogon Martini Oil Against Tinea Capitis: An In Vitro Evaluation

research Antifungal Activity of Neem Leaf Extract With Eucalyptus citriodora Oil and Cymbopogon martini Oil Against Tinea Capitis: An In-Vitro Evaluation

May 2024 in “Curēus”

Neem leaf extract combined with eucalyptus and lemongrass oils can effectively treat Tinea capitis.

Molecular Identification of Keratinophilic Fungi Associated With Hair Scalp and Antifungal Activity of Green-Synthesis Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles

research Molecular identification of keratinophilic fungi associated with hair scalp and antifungal activity of green‐synthesis zinc oxide nanoparticles

November 2023 in “Journal of Basic Microbiology”

Green-synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles effectively inhibit common fungi found on human scalp hair.

research ANTIBACTERIAL AND ANTIFUNGAL ACTIVITY OF HEDYOTIS CORYMBOSA, INULA RACEMOSE, HOLOSTEMMA ADAKODIEN MEDICINAL PLANTS

1 citations , March 2019 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research”

The essential oils from Hedyotis corymbosa, Inula racemose, and Holostemma adakodien have significant antibacterial and antifungal properties.

research Secondary Metabolites with Antifungal Activities from Mangrove Derived Fungus Monascus purpureus WMD2424

11 citations , March 2023 in “Marine Drugs”

Compounds from Monascus purpureus showed mild antifungal effects.

research Anti-Inflammatory and Antifungal Activities of Wood Essential Oil from Juniperus morrisonicola Hayata

September 2025 in “Plants”

Juniperus morrisonicola wood essential oil has strong anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Assessment of Phytochemical Properties and Antifungal Activity of Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Against Selected Fungi

research ASSESSEMENT OF PHYTOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND ANTIFUNGAL ACTIVITY OF LAWSONIA INERMIS (HENNA) AGAINST SOME SELECTED FUNGI

April 2025

Henna extracts effectively fight fungi.

research Screening of drugs with potential antifungal activity for repurposing in the treatment of cryptococcosis.

March 2025 in “PubMed”

Certain antiparasitics and antidepressants show promise for treating cryptococcosis, especially when combined with fluconazole.

Activity Test of Combination of Binahong Leaf Extract (Anredera Cordifolia) and Lemongrass Extract (Cymbopogon Citratus) as Antifungal Against Pityrosporum Ovale

research Activity Test of Combination of Binahong Leaf Extract (Anredera Cordifolia) and Lemongrass Extract (Cymbopogon citratus) as Antifungal Againt Pityrosporum ovale

May 2023 in “Ad-Dawaa”

The combination of binahong leaf and lemongrass extracts effectively fights dandruff-causing fungus.

research PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING AND IN-VITRO ANTI-FUNGAL ACTIVITY OF “TRIDAX PROCUMBENS L.

1 citations , July 2017 in “International Journal of Advanced Research”

Tridax procumbens L. has compounds that can fight fungi.

research Comparative analysis of Proximate and Anti-fungal Activities on Palm Oil Treated Ash Extracts of Musa sapientum and Musa paradisiaca Peels collected from Local Market in Akwa Ibom State, Southern Nigeria

January 2025 in “Journal of applied science and environmental management”

Palm oil-treated banana and plantain peel extracts can act as natural food preservatives due to their anti-fungal properties.

research Molecular and physiological mechanisms underlying the antifungal and nutrient acquisition activities of beneficial microbes

3 citations , January 2016

Certain beneficial microbes can fight fungi and help plants get nutrients.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo from Fermented Rice Water and its Anti-Fungal Activity

June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology”

The herbal shampoo with fermented rice water is effective, safe, and beneficial for treating hair loss.

research In vitro study of the antioxidant, sun factor protection, antimicrobial, and antifungal activities with molecular docking of methanolic extracts from leaves and fruit of Phillyrea angustifolia L.

3 citations , January 2024 in “3 Biotech”

research A Review of the Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Antifungal Shampoo

February 2026 in “INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT”

The polyherbal shampoo is a safe and effective natural treatment for dandruff and scalp infections.

research Comparative antifungal potential of six formulated herbal shampoos against Candida albicans causing Seborrheic dermatitis

May 2024 in “Microbial Biosystems Journal”

Herbal shampoos are as effective and safer than synthetic antifungal shampoos for treating Seborrheic dermatitis.

research Development and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo as an Antifungal Formulation

September 2023 in “International journal of drug delivery technology”

The herbal shampoo effectively cleans and controls fungal growth.

In Vivo Anti-Trichophyton Activities of Seed Oil Obtained from Caragana Korshinskii Kom.

research In vivo anti-Trichophyton Activities of Seed Oil Obtained from Caraganakorshinskii Kom.

2 citations , January 2016 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology”

Caragana korshinskii seed oil effectively treats fungal skin infections.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR GROWTH STIMULATING ACTIVITY OF HERBAL HAIR OIL

November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

The herbal hair oil promotes hair growth and prevents dandruff while being a safer alternative to chemical products.

Hair Tonic Formulation Containing Ethyl Acetate Fraction of Sweet Potato (Ipomoea Batatas (L.) Lamk) Leaves and In Vitro Anti-Dandruff Activity Test Against Malassezia Furfur

research Hair Tonic Formulation Containing Ethyl Acetate Fraction of Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lamk) Leaves and In Vitro Anti-Dandruff Activity Test against Malassezia Furfur

January 2024 in “Advances in health sciences research/Advances in Health Sciences Research”

Sweet potato leaf extract can effectively treat dandruff.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Hair Oil for Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity

August 2025 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development”

The polyherbal hair oil effectively improves hair and scalp health with multiple benefits.

research Assessment of Antidermatophytic Activities of Urtica dioica L against Microsporum canis in a Guinea Pig Model

14 citations , January 2014 in “Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research”

Urtica dioica L. extract may help treat tinea corporis but is less effective than terbinafine.

research Antioxidant Activity and In Vitro Inhibition Property of Mitrocarpus hirtus Leaf Extracts Against Tinea capitis (Scalp Ringworm)

1 citations , December 2022 in “International Journal of Science for Global Sustainability”

Mitrocarpus hirtus leaf extracts may help fight scalp ringworm.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR SERUM FOR ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY AND HAIR GROWTH PROMOTION

March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

The herbal hair serum effectively promotes hair growth and fights microbes.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR SERUM FOR ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY AND HAIR GROWTH PROMOTION

March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

The herbal hair serum effectively fights microbes and promotes hair growth.

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research Antifungal and Antibacterial Activity of the Essential Oil of Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana from Spain

research Comparative study on eucalyptol and camphor rich essential oils from rhizomes of Hedychium spicatum Sm. and their pharmacological, antioxidant and antifungal activities

research Antifungal activity and phytochemical screening of Calotropis procera leaf extracts against some dermatophytes

research Use of a modified hair strand test to assess the antifungal activity kinetics of dog hair after a 2% climbazole shampoo application

research Physical Qualities and Antifungal Activity of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Extract Shampoo against Candida albicans

research Antifungal activity and hair growth stimulation of purple sweet potato leaf fraction (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lamk) and its molecular mechanism through androgen receptor inhibition

research Antifungal Activity of Neem Leaf Extract With Eucalyptus citriodora Oil and Cymbopogon martini Oil Against Tinea Capitis: An In-Vitro Evaluation

research Molecular identification of keratinophilic fungi associated with hair scalp and antifungal activity of green‐synthesis zinc oxide nanoparticles

research ANTIBACTERIAL AND ANTIFUNGAL ACTIVITY OF HEDYOTIS CORYMBOSA, INULA RACEMOSE, HOLOSTEMMA ADAKODIEN MEDICINAL PLANTS

research Secondary Metabolites with Antifungal Activities from Mangrove Derived Fungus Monascus purpureus WMD2424

research Anti-Inflammatory and Antifungal Activities of Wood Essential Oil from Juniperus morrisonicola Hayata

research ASSESSEMENT OF PHYTOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND ANTIFUNGAL ACTIVITY OF LAWSONIA INERMIS (HENNA) AGAINST SOME SELECTED FUNGI

research Screening of drugs with potential antifungal activity for repurposing in the treatment of cryptococcosis.

research Activity Test of Combination of Binahong Leaf Extract (Anredera Cordifolia) and Lemongrass Extract (Cymbopogon citratus) as Antifungal Againt Pityrosporum ovale

research PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING AND IN-VITRO ANTI-FUNGAL ACTIVITY OF “TRIDAX PROCUMBENS L.

research Comparative analysis of Proximate and Anti-fungal Activities on Palm Oil Treated Ash Extracts of Musa sapientum and Musa paradisiaca Peels collected from Local Market in Akwa Ibom State, Southern Nigeria

research Molecular and physiological mechanisms underlying the antifungal and nutrient acquisition activities of beneficial microbes

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo from Fermented Rice Water and its Anti-Fungal Activity

research In vitro study of the antioxidant, sun factor protection, antimicrobial, and antifungal activities with molecular docking of methanolic extracts from leaves and fruit of Phillyrea angustifolia L.

research A Review of the Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Antifungal Shampoo

research Comparative antifungal potential of six formulated herbal shampoos against Candida albicans causing Seborrheic dermatitis

research Development and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo as an Antifungal Formulation

research In vivo anti-<b><i>Trichophyton</i></b> Activities of Seed Oil Obtained from <b><i>Caragana</i></b><b><i>korshinskii</i></b> Kom.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR GROWTH STIMULATING ACTIVITY OF HERBAL HAIR OIL

research Hair Tonic Formulation Containing Ethyl Acetate Fraction of Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lamk) Leaves and In Vitro Anti-Dandruff Activity Test against Malassezia Furfur

research Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Hair Oil for Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity

research Assessment of Antidermatophytic Activities of <i>Urtica dioica</i> L against <i>Microsporum canis</i> in a Guinea Pig Model

research Antioxidant Activity and In Vitro Inhibition Property of Mitrocarpus hirtus Leaf Extracts Against Tinea capitis (Scalp Ringworm)

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR SERUM FOR ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY AND HAIR GROWTH PROMOTION

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR SERUM FOR ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY AND HAIR GROWTH PROMOTION