Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF ANTIMICROBIAL HERBAL BATH POWDER

Sushmita Mudalagi*, Sumedha Shastri, Vijay Budihal, Abhishek Patil, Chandrashekhar S. Alagundi, Pramod B. Rathod

Abstract

Objectives: The development and standardization of an herbal bath powder for skin whitening and anti-microbial activity is the main objective of the present study work. Methods: Commercially available shade dried turmeric, rose powder, rice flour, red lentil flour, orange peel, and other natural powders are employed. All natural powdered ingredients were initially sieved by using #120 mesh, accurately weighed powders, and geometrically blended for equal preparation before being analysed for characteristics such as macroscopical, irritancy, antimicrobial, and stability studies. Results: Formulated herbal bath powder from widely accessible ingredients. We found that the flow properties were passable, that there was no skin irritation, and that the storage conditions were stable. The outcomes of the study scientifically proved that herbal bath powder have the potential to provide an excellent glowing and antimicrobial effect on skin. Conclusion: A good, practical way to improve utilization as an herbal bath powder is to create a concept of herbal bath powder that consists of many herbal powders. According to the results of the trials, the powder can promote skin whitening, remove grime and also have antimicrobial activity.

Keywords: Herbal ingredients, Turmeric, Skin whitening, Skin care products, Hydrating, Retaining, Anti-microbial Activity.