Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF A HERBAL PEEL-OFF MASK USING BANANA PEEL POWDER

*Swanand Walmik Kolkanthe, Mrs. Priyanka Deshmukh, Dr. Kavita Kulkarni

Abstract

Herbal cosmetics have gained increasing attention due to their safety, effectiveness, and minimal side effects compared to synthetic products. The present project focuses on the formulation and evaluation of a herbal peel-off mask using banana peel powder as the primary active ingredient. Banana peel is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and phytochemicals that help in skin brightening, oil control, and removal of dead skin cells. The formulation includes natural ingredients such as sodium alginate, gelatin, citric acid, aloe vera gel, rose water, glycerin, vitamin E oil, and purified water, which collectively enhance film-forming capacity, hydration, stability, and skin nourishment. Since the formulation has not yet been prepared, the study outlines the evaluation tests that will be performed after preparation, including organoleptic evaluation, pH, viscosity, spreadability, peel-off time, and skin irritation test. These tests will help assess the mask’s effectiveness, safety, appearance, and user acceptability. This project aims to develop a cost-effective, natural, and skin-friendly herbal peel-off mask that offers cleansing, rejuvenation, and nourishment using banana peel—a readily available and eco-friendly ingredient.

Keywords: Herbal cosmetics, Peel-off mask, Banana peel powder, Antioxidants, Skin nourishment, Natural formulation, Film-forming agents, Gelatin, Sodium alginate, Aloe vera.