Formulation and Evaluation of a Peel-Off Face Mask Using Butterfly Pea Flower (Clitoria ternatea Linn.) Extract

The demand for natural peel-off masks in cosmetic care products has led to the exploration of botanical extracts such as Butterfly-pea flower (Clitorea ternatea Linn.). Herbal based peel-off masks prepared with extracts from the Butterfly-pea flower (Clitorea ternatea Linn.) provide a different concept in skincare which emphasizes the natural antioxidant properties of this floral plant. The flowers are flavonoid and anthocyanin rich and well known for their high antioxidant properties therefore they present anti-aging and anti-pigmentation properties. In this study, extracts of the Butterfly-pea flowers were prepared and used in the formulation of a peel-off mask to evaluate its antioxidant property. The extract was prepared by maceration extraction followed by concentration with an evaporating solvent in a hot air oven. The extracts were evaluated for antioxidant activity using the DPPH radical scavenging assay. The peel-off mask formulation was pH optimized and its spreadability tested for usability and stability as well. Significant results of antioxidants were demonstrated by the extract of butterfly pea flower. This peel-off mask is intended to forward the initial steps of aging prevention below this, by radical scavenging, enhancing skin moisture which is important for maintaining texture of skin and smoothness.