A Research on Nanoemulsion of Ginger Grass Oil (Cymbopogon Martini).
Ginger grass oil, derived from Cymbopogon martinii, is known for its therapeutic properties, including antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. However, its application is often limited due to poor solubility, volatility, and bioavailability. Nanoemulsion technology offers a promising approach to enhance the stability and efficacy of ginger grass oil by reducing droplet size and improving dispersion in aqueous systems. This study focuses on the formulation and characterization of ginger grass oil nanoemulsions using high-energy emulsification techniques and biocompatible surfactants. The nanoemulsions were evaluated for particle size, polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential, and stability under various storage conditions. Preliminary results indicate that optimized formulations exhibit enhanced solubility, prolonged stability, and improved bioavailability, making them suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. The findings suggest that nanoemulsions of ginger grass oil could serve as an effective delivery system for therapeutic and industrial purposes. Nanoemulsions are advanced delivery systems that enhance the stability and bioavailability of essential oils. Ginger grass oil, known for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, can benefit from nanoemulsion formulations to improve its therapeutic efficacy. These formulations exhibit improved droplet size distribution, stability, and enhanced biological activity, including antiproliferative effects in cancer models. Nanoemulsions of ginger grass oil are formulated using surfactants like Tween 80 and ethanol as cosurfactants, employing techniques such as highpressure homogenization and phase inversion composition. These methods help achieve stable formulations with improved droplet size distribution and enhanced biological activity.
Authors
- Prashant Ingle
- Muhammad Atiqur Rah Ansari
- Mr. Saiprasad Tompe Mr. Saiprasad Tompe
- Miss. Prachi Tanulwar Miss. Prachi Tanulwar
- Miss. Neha Mohalkar Miss. Neha Mohalkar
- Miss. Pradnya Pehere Miss. Pradnya Pehere
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.35629/4494-1003612623
- Primary Topic
- Food Science and Nutritional Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00