DEVELOPMENT OF FACE PACK FORMULATION CONTAINING COFFEE BEAN POWDER, CHICORY AND LEMONGRASS OIL

The increasing demand for herbal cosmetic products has led to the development of skincare formulations based on natural plant-derived ingredients. The present study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal face pack containing coffee bean powder (Coffea arabica), chicory (Cichorium intybus), and lemongrass oil (Cymbopogon citratus). Coffee powder provides exfoliating and antioxidant properties due to its caffeine and chlorogenic acid content, while chicory contributes anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects. Lemongrass oil possesses antimicrobial and refreshing characteristics beneficial for acne-prone skin. The formulation also included bentonite clay and sandalwood powder to enhance detoxification and skin soothing effects. The prepared formulation was evaluated for organoleptic properties, spreadability, stability, and consistency. The optimized formulation showed a smooth texture, pleasant aroma, good spreadability, and stable characteristics. The results indicate that the developed herbal face pack formulation possesses promising cosmetic potential for skin cleansing, rejuvenation, and acne management.