A STUDY OF ANTI MICROBIAL EFFICACY OF TRADITIONAL FORMULA USED FOR HAIR OILS

This work investigated the antimicrobial activity of traditional formulations containing Phyla nodiflora, Eclipta prostrate, Phyllanthus emblica, and Nigella sativa against pathogens. Cold-pressed oils containing these plants with coconut and sesame oil were prepared for testing antimicrobial activity by using the disk diffusion method. These results show the antibacterial activities against Streptococcus pyrogenes and Escherichia coli faecalis as well as the antifungal activities against Candida albicans and Aspergillus Niger. Formulations A and TF had the highest inhibition zones, suggesting strong antimicrobial potential and the need for further study on their uses in treating scalp infections.