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Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Facewash

2026/10/1
VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2
Research Article
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Authors

Bhumika Joshi*, Astha Wankhade, Avanti Manekar, Chetan Deshmukh, Chanchal Jadhao, Prof. Ajay Baitule

Abstract

This study focus on the formulation and evaluation of a polyherbal facewash designed for effective skin care and management. To address the side effects associated with synthetic products, a herbal formulation was developed using natural extracts of Neem extract (Azadirachta indica), Aloe vera extract (Aloe barbadensis), and Tulsi extract (Ocimum sanctum), chosen for their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-soothing properties. The facewash was prepared using a three-phase method with key excipients, including carbopol as a gelling agent, sodium lauryl sulfate as a surfactant, glycerin as a humectant, and methylparaben as a preservative. Five different formulations (F1–F5) were developed and evaluated for physicochemical parameters such as pH, spreadability, foamability, washability, homogeneity, and irritancy. Results indicated that Formulation F3 was the version, exhibiting a skin-compatible pH, excellent foamability, optimum viscosity, and no skin irritation. The study concludes that this polyherbal facewash is a safe, effective, and economical alternative to conventional synthetic formulations for regular use.

Keywords

Polyherbal facewash Acne vulgaris Herbal formulation Neem Aloe vera Tulsi Antimicrobial Anti-inflammatory Skin care Evaluation parameters.

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Bhumika Joshi, Astha Wankhade, Avanti Manekar, Chetan Deshmukh, Chanchal Jadhao, Prof. Ajay Baitule (2026) Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Facewash. International Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical and Healthcare, 1(2), 32–39.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23343073

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