FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF A HERBAL HAIR CREAM CONTAINING FERMENTED RICE WATER FOR THE REDUCTION OF DANDRUFF AND HAIR LOSS

The most common problem these days is dandruff and hair loss, so the primary goal of the study is to reduce dandruff and hair loss and promote hair growth. The essential element of this study is fermented rice water (Oryza sativa), which includes significantly extra antioxidants than pure rice water. Inositol is the main component that helps reduce hair loss and dandruff in hair. Fermented Rice water help balance the pH of the scalp which reduces dandruff and irritation. The cream also incorporates Ginger for antimicrobial and antiseptic properties, Vitamin E for antioxidant protection, rosemary oil for stimulating hair growth and natural preservative, coconut oil for deep conditioning, aloe vera gel for soothing and moisturizing, rose water for its hydrating and aromatic properties and peppermint oil for anti-inflammatory property and natural preservative. This research aims to develop a hair cream that effectively reduces dandruff, improves hair texture, and stimulates hair growth.