Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF A NANOEMULSION-BASED HERBAL HAIR MASK FEATURING BLUMEA ERIANTHA DC FOR PREMATURE GRAYING AND HAIR NOURISHMENT

Abhijeet Sore, Vaishnavi Rajeshirke, Komal Pawar*

Abstract

Objective: To formulate and evaluate a stable nanoemulsion-based herbal Hair mask using Blumea eriantha DC as the principal bioactive component, aimed at managing premature graying and promoting overall scalp and hair health. Methods: The formulation included herbal extracts such as Blumea eriantha, Clitoria ternatea, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Linum usitatissimum, and others. A nanoemulsion system was developed using high-speed homogenization followed by ultrasonication. Two formulation trials were conducted to optimize oil-to-water ratios. Evaluation parameters included pH, viscosity, spreadability, washability, sensory analysis, stability testing (freeze–thaw cycles), particle size (DLS), and microbial resistance. Result: The optimized formulation exhibited excellent physical stability, a pH of 5.5 ± 0.2, and a particle size of 152 nm. No microbial growth or phase separation was observed. The formulation was found to be safe, effective, and cosmetically appealing with positive feedback from initial sensory evaluation.

Keywords: Herbal Hair Mask, Premature Graying, Blumea eriantha DC, Nanoemulsion.