Abstract

Pradyumn Tiwari*, Anshu Gurjar, Roseamanda Roberts Maise, Bhattacharya Vijeta, Mishra Namrata, Divyanshi Kushwah, Rani Yadav, Neha Yadav, Devansh Dwivedi, Ayushi Bansal, Kartik Sharma, Sneha Pandey and Jeetendra Rajpoot

ABSTRACT

This study focuses on the formulation and characterization of Vita-C Gel derived from extracted orange peel waste. The utilization of orange peel waste in creating value-added products such as Vita-C Gel aligns with sustainable practices, contributing to waste reduction. The formulation process involved extracting beneficial compounds from orange peel waste and incorporating them into a gel matrix. Various characterization techniques and rheology analysis were employed to evaluate the physicochemical properties and performance of the Vita-C Gel. The results indicate that the formulated gel possesses desirable attributes, including high stability and antioxidant activity, making it a promising candidate for skincare applications. This research underscores the potential of utilizing agricultural by-products for the development of functional cosmetic products, promoting sustainability and resource efficiency in the cosmetics industry.