Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL FACE PACK

Seema Yuvraj Mendhekar*, Pratiksha Sukhadev Sonawane, Rupali Bajirao Kale, Jadhav S. L. and Gaikwad D. D.

ABSTRACT

Objective: The main objective of the work is to formulate and evaluate a polyherbal face pack for cosmetic purpose from locally available ingredients. Materials and Method: Neem, Manjishtha, Aloe vera, Orange peel powder, Liquorice, Sandalwood, Turmeric, Rose petals, Green tea leaves, Fuller's earth, Gram flour, Camphor were procured from the local market and were dried, powdered, then passed through sieve no 40, mixed geometrically and packed in air tight container for further evaluation. Results and Discussion: The distinguishing microscopical characters of individual powders were noted and quantitative measurements were taken. Shinoda test for flavonoid was perform and gave positive indication. Conclusion: Herbal face packs are used to stimulate blood circulation, rejuvenates the muscles and help to maintain the elasticity of the skin and remove dirt from skin pores. The advantage of herbal cosmetics is their nontoxic nature, reduce the allergic reactions and time tested usefulness of many ingredients. Thus in the present work, we found good properties for the face packs and give glowing effect on skin by performing on human volunteers. This face pack is beneficial, economical and passed all evaluation parameter.

Keywords: Polyherbal face pack, Flavonoid presence, Standardization.