Development and Assessment of a Herbal Shampoo Containing Hibiscus Extract
The formulation and evaluation of an herbal hibiscus shampoo made from natural ingredients including hibiscus extract, amla powder, soap nut powder, aloe vera, pure almond oil, camphor, and rose water. The primary objective was to develop a gentle and effective shampoo that combines the benefits of herbs with modern formulation techniques. The formulation was evaluated for its physicochemical properties, including pH, viscosity, foamability, washability, spreadability, etc. The product demonstrated good cleansing properties, conditioning effects that left the hair soft and mild antimicrobial activity beneficial for scalp health. Stability testing indicated that the formulation was physically stable under various conditions, maintaining its consistency and effectiveness. Additionally, the shampoo had a pleasant fragrance, smooth texture, and was easy to apply and wash. The herbal hibiscus shampoo is a good natural alternative to synthetic shampoos, offering a combination of gentle cleansing, scalp care, and environmental friendly ingredients, etc. the use of natural ingredient exfoliate hair growth and provide healthy hair conditions
Authors
- V. G. Kuchake
- Ankush Jadhav (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3786-3339)
- M Bhosale (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0141-0819)
- S Kulkarni
- Ajay A. Tupe Ajay A. Tupe
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.35629/4494-100310651069
- Primary Topic
- Phytochemistry and biological activities of Ficus species
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00