Abstract

THE ROLE OF GOTU KOLA IN COSMECEUTICAL: A REVIEW

Samruddhi Pudke* and Dr. Monica Borikar

Abstract

Gotu kola is a tiny herbaceous eternal plant. It is member of the Apiaceae family, which is characterized by its growing roots, long copper colored stolon’s with the long internodes and roots at the base of each node. Gotu Kola is a perennial creeping plant native to India, North Africa, China, and Sri Lanka. Gotu Kola is ideal for skin care formulations and hair care products. Gotu Kola is rich in fatty acids and has moisturizing property that helps to improve the skin hydration. It is primarily found in anti-ageing because it promotes the production of collagen, repairs scars and increases the levels of antioxidants in newly formed tissues. Gotu Kola have moisturizing, antiinflammatory, antiaging, antioxidant properties. It is used in hair care products to promotes healthy scalp condition and prevent hair loss. Gotu Kola used in nutricosmetics to improve the beauty of the skin. Gotu Kola is naturally derived ingredient which is mainly used as skin conditioning agents in cosmetic products.

Keywords: Gotu Kola, Moisturizing, Antioxidant, Antiaging, Extraction techniques.