A Review of the Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Antifungal Shampoo

    February 2026 in “ INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT ”
    Gyanesh Kumar Sahu, K. G. Patel, Mohnish Kumar, Chitren Verma, Praveen Kumar Sahu
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    Studysummary In this study, a polyherbal antifungal shampoo using plant-based ingredients such as Neem and Amla was formulated and showed significant antifungal activity, suggesting it could be a safe and effective natural alternative to synthetic shampoos for treating dandruff and scalp infections. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
    The study focused on creating and evaluating a polyherbal antifungal shampoo using natural plant-based ingredients known for their antimicrobial and hair-care properties, such as Neem, Tulsi, Reetha, Shikakai, Amla, and Aloe vera. The goal was to develop a safe, effective, and eco-friendly alternative to synthetic antifungal shampoos. The shampoo was tested for various physicochemical parameters and demonstrated significant antifungal activity against common fungal pathogens causing dandruff and scalp infections. The study concludes that this polyherbal shampoo is a promising natural, safe, and effective therapeutic hair-care product.
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