Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Conditioner from Custard Apple and Curry Leaves
March 2024
Studysummary This study explored the potential of custard apple extract in an herbal hair conditioner to improve smoothness, aid brushing, and provide other cosmetic benefits, including lice removal and anti-aging effects. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
The study focuses on formulating an herbal hair conditioner using custard apple extract and curry leaves to enhance hair smoothness and manageability. The conditioner aims to reduce friction between hair strands, facilitating easier brushing or combing. It is evaluated for its cleaning action, stability, and dirt dispersion. Custard apple seed oil, known for its cosmetic applications, promotes hair growth, strengthens, moisturizes, and prevents premature graying. Additionally, it has benefits for skin health, such as healing infections and delaying aging. The formulation's physicochemical properties, including pH, foam formation, viscosity, conditioning, and wetability, are assessed.
