Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF MULTIPURPOSE HERBAL CREAM

Shikha Singh, Syed Yasoob Zaidi and Shashikant Maurya*

Abstract

Objective: To formulate and evaluate multipurpose herbal cream containing Aloe vera gel, neem leaves(Azadirachta indica), tulsi leaves (Ocimum tenuiflorum). Method: The cream was formulated by using the cream base that is bee’s wax, liquid paraffin, borax, methylparaben, distilled water, Aloe Vera gel, extracts of Neem and Tulsi. The cream was prepared by using the slab technique for uniform and monodispersed mixing of all the ingredients. Three batches are prepared with this techniques namely C1, C2, C3. Different criteria such as appearance, PH, viscosity, and phase separation were evaluated in all three batches. Results: All three formulations, C1, C2, and C3, had a pleasing appearance, appropriate viscosity, and no phase separation. During the irritancy investigation, the formulations C1, C2, and C3 showed no redness, dryness, or irritation, and they were easily washable. At room temperature, all three formulations C1, C2, and C3 were stable. Discussion: The actions of the three herbal components significantly different. Based on the findings, we can conclude that all three formulations C1, C2, and C3 were stable and could be used on the skin safely.

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