An Overview of Herbal Ingredients with Anti-Dandruff Activity in Shampoo Formulations
January 2023
in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews”
TLDR Some herbal ingredients like linalool and tea tree oil have anti-dandruff properties and are safe for use in shampoos.
The document reviews herbal ingredients with anti-dandruff properties for shampoo formulations, focusing on linalool, carvacrol, terpinen-4-ol, eugenol, and tannic acid. Linalool is noted for its non-toxicity and broad bioactive qualities. Carvacrol has antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory properties, but its toxicology is not fully understood. Terpinen-4-ol, found in tea tree oil, is recognized for similar properties and its potential as an anticancer agent. Eugenol, from clove essential oil, has antibacterial, analgesic, antioxidant, and anticancer properties but can cause side effects in high doses. Tannic acid is known for its antibacterial and antifungal activities and may help in wound healing. Both eugenol and tannic acid are FDA-recognized as safe, but further toxicity studies are recommended to ensure public health safety.
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