🌿📚 Helpful Hair-Care & Research Resources
Hi Beauties! Here’s a special curated list of studies, articles, and scientific reviews related to Afro-textured hair, hair growth herbs, and the safety of synthetic hair. These resources are great for anyone interested in the science behind natural hair care, herbal treatments, and scalp health. You can do this! You can regrow your hair!
1️⃣ The Science of Hair Growth & Herbal Remedies
Pharmacognosy Review – Herbal Approaches to Hair Growth
A detailed scientific paper that explains how traditional herbs (including amla, henna, fenugreek, and more) support hair growth from a biological perspective.
🔗 https://www.phcogrev.com/sites/default/files/PhcogRev-2-3-185.pdf
2️⃣ Dermatology Journal Review – Natural Oils & Hair Loss
The Open Dermatology Journal article reviewing natural oils, extracts, and plant-based treatments that help with scalp health and hair loss.
🔗 https://opendermatologyjournal.com/VOLUME/15/PAGE/78/FULLTEXT/
3️⃣ Scientific Paper – Ayurvedic Herbs for Hair Growth
A comprehensive review on powerful Ayurvedic herbs (amla, fenugreek, brahmi, neem, etc.) and their effects on hair thickness, loss prevention, and scalp health.
🔗 https://wjpr.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/article_issue/ef957b870cb23b16a1e7cf28f7c0f35f.pdf
4️⃣ Wiley Dermatology Article – Hair Loss & Herbal Interventions
A research-backed dermatology article discussing herbal formulations and their effectiveness in treating different forms of alopecia.
🔗 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/ijd.16657
5️⃣ Research on Synthetic Hair Safety
Potential Hazards Associated with Wearing Synthetic Hair — a scientific and medical review exploring allergic reactions, scalp inflammation, chemical residue, and long-term risks associated with synthetic hair fibers.
🔗 https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/95053891/potential_hazards_associated_with_wearing_of_synthetic_hairs_-libre.pdf
6️⃣ Shea Butter: Chemistry, History, and Hair Benefits (Google Books)
An in-depth look at the science and cultural significance of shea butter — including its uses for scalp healing, hair strengthening, and protective styling.
🔗 https://www.google.com/books/edition/Shea_Butter/6iQjwr9v84gC?hl=en&gbpv=1&bsq=growth