An Herbal Shampoo Formulation,along with Marketed Product (Clinic Plus) Assessment and Comparison

Abstract

In this research, we formulated and evaluated herbal shampoo and done comparative assessment on marketed product name of product ‘clinic plus as it is cheap and commomly used product all around. People are now more conscious of the negative impacts of every component used in shampoo formulations and other cosmetic preparations. As a result, there is a rise in demand for formulations that contain natural ingredients. To evaluate its physiochemical function, which places a focus on efficacy, safety, removing dangerous substances, and replacing them with natural, safe alternatives. Hibiscus powder, henna powder, neem leaf powder, shikakai powder, reetha powder, aloe vera, lemon, orange peel powder, and other components collected to create the herbal shampoo. Additionally, distilled water, sodium chloride, and sodium lauryl sulphate were used to create a chemical shampoo. Wet duration, foam amount and stability, pH, skin sensitisation test, surface tension, detergency, soil dispersion after washing, antimicrobial test, and other experiments were performed to ascertain the physical characteristics of shampoos. The purpose of these studies was to evaluate the chemical and formulated shampoos\' physicochemical properties.

Introduction

Shampoo is a cosmetic product used throughout history to cleanse hair and scalp, typically formulated with detergents, additives, and preservatives. Its main function is to remove dirt without stripping natural oils. While synthetic shampoos can contain chemicals harmful to hair, herbal or polyherbal shampoos use natural ingredients known for their cleansing, nourishing, and protective properties without adverse effects.

Herbal shampoos are categorized based on their active ingredients and functions, such as plain, antiseptic, or nourishing types containing elements like vitamin C, citric acid, and proteins. Ingredients like shikakai and henna have been traditionally used for their beneficial effects on hair and scalp health.

Hair’s structure includes the medulla, cortex, and cuticle, and its growth follows a cyclic pattern influenced by hormones and environmental factors. Hair serves not only protective and sensory functions but also plays a role in social and psychological well-being.

Modern shampoos aim not only to clean but also to condition hair, improve manageability, and provide a pleasant scent. Ideal shampoos, particularly herbal ones, should cleanse effectively, foam well, condition hair, be affordable, and avoid side effects.

The growing consumer demand for natural and herbal products reflects increased awareness of the benefits of these ingredients, many of which are derived from traditional knowledge and kitchen staples.

The study aims to formulate and evaluate herbal shampoos using natural ingredients like neem, aloe vera, hibiscus, henna, shikakai, and ritha, focusing on promoting hair growth, strengthening follicles, protecting the scalp, and avoiding harmful chemicals. Various research works have explored herbal shampoo formulations and their effectiveness compared to commercial products.

Conclusion

Consumer use of herbal products has significantly expanded over the past several years, according to a review of worldwide hair care market trends. Present investigations was carried out to formulate the herbal shampoo preparations based upon traditional knowledge and to perform comparative study with chemical shampoo of market (clinic plus). Nowadays there is strong demand for natural therapies, and this is increasing in western countries. The herbs whichare acheapest ofphytoconstituents areon whealsto attaintheir role in polyherbal formulation so as to have synergistic role. Hence we conclude that the polyherbal Shampoo iseffective inreducing dandruff without irritation, less adverse effect and better conditioning effect compared to that with marketed product (Clinic plus). The awareness and need for cosmetics with herbs in on the rise, as it is strongly believed that these products are safe and free from side effects.

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