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@article{189755,
        author = {Mr. Rahul Mathuria and Mr. Mohd Anash and Rajat Rathi and Preeti Singh and Dr. Kshitij Agarwal},
        title = {Therapeutic Potential of a Polyherbal Hair Oil Formulation Incorporating Coconut, Pumpkin Seed, Hibiscus, Aloe Vera, Brahmi and Miracle Fruit},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {8092-8099},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=189755},
        abstract = {Hair and scalp disorders such as hair fall, dandruff, premature greying, and reduced hair density are multifactorial conditions influenced by oxidative stress, inflammation, microbial imbalance, nutritional deficiency, and psychological stress. Polyherbal formulations provide a rational therapeutic approach by targeting multiple pathological pathways simultaneously while maintaining a favorable safety profile. This review critically evaluates the pharmacological basis and therapeutic potential of a polyherbal hair oil formulation containing Cocos nucifera (coconut), Cucurbita pepo (pumpkin seed), Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Aloe vera, Bacopa monnieri (brahmi), and Synsepalum dulcificum (miracle fruit). These botanicals are rich in bioactive compounds such as medium-chain fatty acids, flavonoids, saponins, polysaccharides, phytosterols, and antioxidants, which collectively promote hair growth, nourish the scalp, reduce inflammation, control microbial growth, and mitigate stress-related hair loss. The review integrates ethnomedicinal and experimental evidence to explain the complementary and synergistic mechanisms underlying their combined use. Although individual components demonstrate promising effects, formulation-based experimental and clinical validation remains necessary to establish efficacy and safety.},
        keywords = {Polyherbal hair oil; Hair growth; Antioxidant activity; Herbal formulation; Scalp health},
        month = {December},
        }