Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Hair Gel

The document discusses the development and evaluation of a polyherbal hair gel designed to treat dandruff and candidiasis, a fungal infection caused by Candida. The gel incorporates herbal extracts from guava leaves, amla, and aloe, which have been found effective against such infections. Guava leaves are highlighted for their rich content of vitamins B and C, which nourish hair and promote growth, as well as their antibacterial and antifungal properties. Amla, with its high vitamin C content, is noted for preventing premature graying and strengthening hair follicles. The gel's efficacy against the fungus C. albicans and the bacteria S. aureus was evaluated using the Cup and plate method. The formulation, which includes Carbopol 934 and triethanolamine, was found to be effective in treating candidiasis while also nourishing hair and preventing premature graying.