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VOL. 10, ISSUE 2 (2025)
Design and characterization of a multipurpose herbal-based skin cream
Authors
Shweta Nandkishor Gajmal, Pooja Kundalik Gaikwad, Sankarshan Uday Divate, Adesh Nanasaheb Gawade, Varsha Sunil Pawar, Dr. Tushar Shelke
Abstract

Herbal cosmetics primarily consist of beauty products that are enriched with beneficial qualities, such as aiding skin recovery, improving texture, enhancing overall appearance, and conditioning the skin—all due to the power of herbal components. These items are formulated from plant-derived substances that provide genuine cosmetic advantages. When we mention phytoconstituents, we are talking about the pure compounds that have been extracted through various techniques. The aim of this project is to create and evaluate a multifunctional herbal cream derived from ingredients like tomato, honey, turmeric, aloe vera, and tulsi. The cream is formulated using a combination of beeswax, liquid paraffin, borax, methylparaben, distilled water, rose water, aloe vera gel, and dimethyl sulfoxide to harness the benefits of tulsi. We utilized trituration and fusion methods to ensure that all components and herbal extracts were blended thoroughly and uniformly. By employing these techniques, we produced three distinct versions of our herbal cream, designated as F1, F2, and F3. Each formulation was assessed based on a range of criteria, including appearance and pH. Each of the three formulations—F1, F2, and F3—showed great visual appeal, durability after washing, and ease of application, with no signs of separation present. They were all stable and safe for skin use, preserving the appropriate viscosity and showing no phase separation. Additionally, each formulation remained stable at ambient temperature.

Pages:43-48
How to cite this article:
Shweta Nandkishor Gajmal, Pooja Kundalik Gaikwad, Sankarshan Uday Divate, Adesh Nanasaheb Gawade, Varsha Sunil Pawar, Dr. Tushar Shelke "Design and characterization of a multipurpose herbal-based skin cream". International Journal of Research in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 2, 2025, Pages 43-48
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