Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL COSMETIC CREAM.

Manali M. Bhide* and Sachin A. Nitave

ABSTRACT

Natural remedies are more acceptable in the faith that they are safer with fewer side effects than the synthetic ones. Herbal formulations have growing demand in the world market. The plants have been reported in the literature having good anti- microbial, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. The present work deals with the development and evaluation of the poly herbal cream containing hydro-alcoholic extract of carrot (Daucus Carota), turmeric (Curcuma longa) and alcoholic extract of liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) & crape Jasmine (Tabernaemontana divaricata). Different types of formulations oil in water (O/W) herbal creams namely F1 to F6 were formulated by incorporating different concentrations of stearic acid and cetyl alcohol. The evaluations of all formulations (F1 to F6) were done on different parameters like pH, spreadability and stability etc. Formulations F5 and F6 showed good spreadability, good consistency, homogeneity, appearance, pH, no evidence of phase separation and ease of removal. The formulation F5 and F6 shows no redness, edema, inflammation and irritation during irritancy studies. These formulations are safe to use for skin. These studies suggest that composition of extracts and base of cream of F5 and F6 are more stable and safe, it may produce synergistic action.

Keywords: Daucus Carota, Curcuma longa, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Tabernaemontana divaricata, Irritation, polyherbal cream.