Abstract

Poonam Ashok Kharde*, Varsha Manvel Bramhane, Archana Kaluram Borude, Shubham Vasant Gholap, Yogesh Raosaheb Bhane

ABSTRACT

The aim of the present study is to formulate and evaluate herbal Anti-Dandruff shampoo containing natural ingredients with an emphasis on safety and efficacy. It clears dirt, dandruff, promotes hair growth, luster, strengthens and darkens the hair. The main objective is to study how to eliminate harmful synthetic ingredients from anti-dandruff shampoo formulation and substitute them with safe natural ingredients. An attempt has been made to combine modern formulation technology into a formula based on natural ingredients. The shampoo was prepared by taking the extracts of Gokhru Leaf Extract (Tribulus terrestris), Tulsi Extract (Osmium sanctum), Shikakai Extract (Acacia concinna), Reetha Extract (Sapindus mukorossi), Aloe Vera Extract (Aloe barbadensis), Lemon Juice (Citrus lemon), and Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) in different proportions. Several physicochemical tests were performed for visual assessment, wetting time, pH, assurance of solid contents, surface tension, detergency, dirt dispersion, conditioning performance, foam stability. Herbal shampoos are shampoos infused with extracts of natural ingredients used to wash the hair and helps to control and reduce dandruff. The skin on our head produces a greasy liquid called sebum. It is made to spread over the entire head and protect the hair. Herbal shampoos are made from pure organic ingredients, contain no synthetic additives or surfactants, and have no side effects. Herbal shampoos for hair growth are formulated to strengthen the hair follicles by delivering essential oils and nutrients through the roots and hair follicles. It then stimulates the formation of new and healthy hair root sand promotes healthy hair growth.