Formulation Development and Stability of Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil Nanoemulsion-Based Hair Serum

August 2025 in “ International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics ”

Mutmainah Mutmainah, Akhmad Kharis Nugroho, Triana Hertiani, Adhyatmika Adhyatmika

Moringa oleifera seed oil nanoemulsion hair serum hair loss treatment Moringa oil nanoemulsified oil

Studysummary This study developed a stable nanoemulsion-based hair serum containing M. oleifera seed oil, which maintained its physical characteristics and reduced the oil's sticky texture, making it more suitable for hair loss treatment compared to traditional formulations.

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The study successfully developed a stable nanoemulsion-based hair serum containing Moringa oleifera seed oil, addressing the oil's inherent sticky and oily texture, which limits its practical application for hair loss treatment. By testing formulations with 10%, 20%, and 30% concentrations of nanoemulsified oil, researchers found that higher concentrations decreased pH, viscosity, and adhesiveness while increasing spreadability. Stability tests conducted at 4 °C and 40 °C over six cycles showed no significant changes in the serum's physical properties, confirming its stability. This formulation offers a promising and practical alternative to synthetic hair loss treatments, which often have side effects.

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