July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
Herbal hair oil promotes hair growth, reduces hair fall, and improves scalp health without side effects.
June 2025 in “Formosa Journal of Sustainable Research” Mangkokan leaf extract can fight bacteria and may help prevent hair loss and treat infections.
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February 2018 in “Polymers” Chitin and chitosan are useful in cosmetics for oral care, haircare, and skincare, including UV protection and strength improvement.
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January 2017 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Silver nanoparticles coated with substances like PEG showed strong antibacterial effects and improved wound healing when used in hydrogels.
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June 2013 in “Journal of feline medicine and surgery” The document says to treat cat fungal infections with medicine and clean the environment, noting that cats without symptoms can still spread it to humans.
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September 2017 in “Frontiers in Bioscience” Nanoparticles show promise for better wound healing, but more research is needed to ensure safety and effectiveness.
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January 2011 in “Pharmacognosy magazine” Nardostachys jatamansi DC compounds help promote hair growth.
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April 2023 in “Antibiotics” Azelaic acid in a special gel is more effective against skin fungi than regular azelaic acid.
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June 2019 in “BMC infectious diseases” A rare fungal infection on a child's scalp was successfully treated with antifungal medication.
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January 2022 in “Journal of nanomaterials” Silver nanoparticles made from Ziziphus nummularia fruit extract promote hair growth and fight bacteria and fungi.
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January 2019 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” The congress concluded that misuse of antifungal drugs in South Asia has led to widespread treatment failure, and new approaches and regional cooperation are needed.
January 2026 in “Pediatria Polska” Early diagnosis and treatment of tinea capitis in children is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and scarring.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” The essential oils nanoemulsion promotes hair growth better than 2% minoxidil in mice.
April 2025 in “Cosmetics” Clinopodium bolivianum essential oil boosts antioxidant activity in hair products, especially in combing cream.
September 2024 in “The Indian Veterinary Journal” A Labrador pup with a fungal skin infection was fully cured in four weeks using topical treatments and immune boosters.
January 2020 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” A mixture of Dijon mustard, turmeric powder, and linseed oil can effectively treat alopecia barbae.
July 2017 in “International journal of Ayurvedic and herbal medicine” Madayantika Siddha Taila is effective for treating Seborrhea capitis.
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May 1999 in “Pediatric Dermatology” New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
January 2014 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” Liquorice and Indian jujube root extracts don't help in fighting male pattern baldness.
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May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
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May 1999 in “Allergy” The yeast Pityrosporum ovale can cause skin allergies and infections, and antifungal treatments like ketoconazole are effective against it.
51 citations
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January 2014 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
43 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of common scalp disorders are important for both physical and psychological health.
41 citations
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September 2007 in “Pediatric emergency care” Oral medication is necessary to treat scalp fungus in children, with griseofulvin being the usual choice.
38 citations
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June 2018 in “Archives of Toxicology” Different species and human skin models vary in their skin enzyme activities, with pig skin and some models closely matching human skin, useful for safety assessments and understanding the skin's protective roles.
28 citations
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January 2000 in “Medical Mycology” Fungal infections in lab animals can interfere with research.
22 citations
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April 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A 78-year-old farmer with lung disease had skin lesions from a fungal infection that healed completely with medication.
20 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
18 citations
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July 2001 in “Australian veterinary journal” A cat with skin bumps and itching had high blood fats and skin infections, which improved with diet and medication changes.