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FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL SHAMPOO
Vineetha K.*, Vindhya V. S., Vishranth M. B., Yashasvi, Shyam Surender Sain, A. R. Shabaraya
ABSTRACT Presently the entire world is endeavouring to return towards the natural herbal materials as it has better performance and are safer than synthetic ones. The aim of this present study is to formulate and evaluate a polyherbal shampoo emphasising its efficacy eliminating harmful synthetic ingredients by using safe natural ingredients. The polyherbal shampoo was formulated using various herbs such as Henna leaves, Neem, Tulsi, Amla, Shikakai, Aloe, Hibiscus, Reetha, Fenugreek, Vetiver. Various evaluation tests are performed such as organoleptic evaluation, pH determination, cleansing action, surface tension measurement, conditioning performance, foaming ability. The formulated polyherbal shampoo was clear and appealing. The pH of the shampoo was found be to 5.46, which was near to skin pH. The formulated shampoo demonstrated good foam stability, detergency, cleansing and conditioning performance. The physicochemical assessment of shampoo confirmed best results. However, to enhance the product overall performance, safety and quality, further study is required. Keywords: Polyherbal shampoo, Foaming stability, Conditioning. [Download Article] [Download Certifiate] |