January 2025 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” Herbs like neem, tulsi, and tea tree oil may treat dandruff without side effects.
May 2024 in “Jurnal Penelitian Farmasi dan Herbal” Meniran leaf extract pomade with 10% concentration effectively stimulates hair growth in rabbits.
January 2024 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” The natural hair oil made from fenugreek seeds and aloe vera showed good hair growth, minimal side effects, and effective anti-dandruff and anti-fungal properties.
June 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Health Research” Caffeine hair tonic with 0.001% concentration was more effective in promoting hair growth on guinea pigs.
December 2022 in “Proceeding Bengkulu International Conference on Health” Celery extract hair gel at 5% concentration is best for making hair gel.
December 2021 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” The homemade hair oil made from natural ingredients helps hair grow, reduces hair fall, dandruff, and graying, and makes hair shiny with few or no side effects.
Rosemary essential oil can be used in a stable massage cream, with the oil to water ratio affecting its properties.
February 2019 in “Case medical research” The document does not state whether dexpanthenol dermal spray helps skin recover after laser hair removal.
July 1989 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps increase hair growth and density in people with hair loss, with higher concentrations giving better results.
September 2020 in “Nature, Environment and Pollution Technology/Nature, environment and pollution technology” Eating plants from polluted areas can cause liver and kidney damage in rats due to toxic metals.
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August 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil works better for hair growth and density, with minor irritation.
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August 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are caused by yeast feeding on scalp oils, leading to irritation and flaking.
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July 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology” Proper haircare and communication with doctors are key to managing hair loss and avoiding damage.
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March 1990 in “PubMed” Shaving is the most effective temporary hair removal method for facial hirsutism.
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November 2015 in “Journal of pharmacological sciences” α-mangostin nanoparticles improved acne with minimal irritation.
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January 2002 in “Dermatology” Hair pain is more common in women with hair loss, but it's not linked to the cause or severity of hair loss.
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October 2017 in “Saudi pharmaceutical journal” All evaluated shampoos meet Saudi standards.
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October 2015 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Tiny particles carrying roxithromycin can effectively target and deliver the drug to hair follicles without irritation.
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July 2011 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Ion-paired risedronate significantly increases skin penetration without irritation compared to risedronate alone.
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May 1995 in “Contact Dermatitis” Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions, but testing helps identify the cause.
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May 1999 in “Food and chemical toxicology” Procyanidin B-2 is safe to use on skin as a hair growth product.
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November 1996 in “Archives of Dermatology” UV rays can cause a type of hair loss known as telogen alopecia.
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April 1990 in “Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Tretinoin cream boosts minoxidil absorption, possibly improving hair loss treatment.
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April 2024 in “Particle and Fibre Toxicology” Nanoplastics can penetrate skin cells, triggering inflammation and immune responses.
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May 2020 in “Progress in Organic Coatings” Castor oil-based polyurethanes are promising for making safe, strong-performing, eco-friendly hair-styling products.
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February 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Blocking SCD1 in the skin with XEN103 shrinks sebaceous glands in mice.
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January 2020 in “JAAD Case Reports” Topical metformin helped regrow hair in two women with a hard-to-treat scarring hair loss condition.
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Ethosomes improve drug delivery through the skin but may have side effects like irritation.
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January 2001 in “International journal of toxicology” St. John's Wort extract and oil safety in cosmetics is unclear; more data needed on photosensitization, toxicity, and human irritation.
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April 1991 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil solution can cause skin irritation and allergies in some users.