Preparation and Evaluation of Herbal Gel Containing Fenugreek Seed Extract for Hair Growth
January 2019
TLDR The fenugreek seed extract gel can help with hair growth and reduce hair problems.
The study focused on the preparation and evaluation of a herbal gel containing fenugreek seed extract (Trigonella foenum-graecum) for promoting hair growth. The gel was formulated using carbopol 934 as a gelling agent, along with glycerin, PVP, methyl paraben, PEG, and triethanolamine. The prepared gel underwent various characterizations, including physicochemical constants, preliminary phytochemical analysis, quantitative analysis, spreadability, pH, viscosity, and stability studies. The results indicated that the fenugreek seed extract gel had potential benefits for hair growth, addressing issues such as hair loss, dandruff, and hair fading.