Abstract

FORMULATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF HERBAL HAIR DYE

Thillai Vaani Iyyanar*, Ganga Kannan, Vasanthi Kalidass, Senthil Kumar Krishnan, Kannabirran Vaikundam

.

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in natural and chemical-free hair dyes due to worries about the adverse effects of synthetic alternatives. This research centers on creating and assessing a herbal hair dye utilizing plant-based components recognized for their hair coloring and conditioning abilities. The primary ingredients comprise Indigofera tinctoria (known as indigo), Lawsonia inermis (commonly known as Henna), Emblica officinalis (Amla), Hibiscus flower, and chamomile dried flowers each of which plays a role in enhancing hair color, nourishing hair, and promoting scalp health. The herbal powders were combined in specific ratios to produce a uniform herbal dye blend. Indigofera tinctoria serves as the main coloring component, with support from Henna, Hibiscus, Amla, and chamomile dried flowers. The dye was tested for its organoleptic, rheological, physicochemical, and stability characteristics. This study highlights the promise of herbal hair dye as a sustainable, ecofriendly, and non-toxic hair care solution. Further investigations are suggested to assess color retention, stability, and user satisfaction.

Keywords: Indigofera tinctoria, Emblica officinalis, Henna, Hibiscus, Non-toxic, Ecofriendly.