Development and Characterization of a Novel Polyherbal Dry Hair Shampoo Powder
February 2025
in “
Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.
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Studysummary In this study, researchers developed a novel dry shampoo powder using traditional Indian botanicals and found that it demonstrated effective cleansing properties, favorable physicochemical characteristics, and no adverse effects in animal safety evaluations, offering an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic shampoos.
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A novel dry hair shampoo powder was developed using traditional Indian botanicals such as Shikakai, Reetha, Neem, Amla, Hibiscus, Ginger, and Aloe vera, offering an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic shampoos. The formulation process included solar drying, pulverization, and blending of these botanicals, resulting in a product with favorable physicochemical properties, including a pH range of 5.2-5.4, good flow characteristics, and satisfactory foaming ability. The shampoo demonstrated effective cleansing properties with an 85% cleaning efficiency and showed good solubility and foam stability. Safety evaluations in animal models indicated no adverse effects, and the product met pharmaceutical standards for ash value and moisture content, confirming its stability and quality.
