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Glossary Formulation

process of designing a specific mixture of ingredients

Formulation refers to the process of designing and creating a specific mixture of ingredients to achieve a desired effect, such as in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or hair care products. For example, in the context of hair care, a formulation might involve combining various chemicals and natural extracts to create a shampoo that strengthens hair and reduces dandruff.

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research Formulation and in vitro assessment of minoxidil niosomes for enhanced skin delivery

268 citations , April 2009 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics”

In this study, niosomal formulations enhanced minoxidil skin accumulation compared to commercial and control solutions, suggesting a potential improvement for topical delivery in hair loss treatment.

research Generic Development of Topical Dermatologic Products: Formulation Development, Process Development, and Testing of Topical Dermatologic Products

188 citations , October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal”

This review discusses strategies for developing semi-solid topical generic products to match the quality of reference-listed drugs, using concepts like quality by design and reverse-engineering, but reports no new results.

research Cutaneous Permeation and Penetration of Sunscreens: Formulation Strategies and In Vitro Methods

79 citations , December 2017 in “Cosmetics”

This review study focused on various in vitro methods to evaluate skin permeation and retention of sunscreens, highlighting the importance of assessing sunscreen penetration due to widespread nanomaterial usage and advancements in cosmetic formulation.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL SHAMPOO

49 citations , December 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research”

This study formulated an herbal shampoo using various plant extracts and found it demonstrated appealing qualities, good foam stability, cleansing, and conditioning performance, though further improvements in quality and safety are needed.

research Herbal nano-formulations for topical delivery

36 citations , September 2019 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine”

This review explores research on nanoformulations for enhancing the topical delivery of herbal medicines, noting potential benefits like improved bioavailability and sustained delivery, and emphasizes the need for safety and toxicity guidelines in developing these novel drug delivery systems.

research Formulation and optimization of transfersome containing minoxidil and caffeine

32 citations , December 2017 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology”

This study found that co-delivery of minoxidil and caffeine in transfersomes with an optimized polysorbate formulation enhanced hair length and weight in vivo.

research Formulation-by-Design of Efinaconazole Spanlastic Nanovesicles for Transungual Delivery Using Statistical Risk Management and Multivariate Analytical Techniques

25 citations , July 2022 in “Pharmaceutics”

This study optimized efinaconazole spanlastic nanovesicles using risk management and multivariate analysis for potential transungual delivery to treat onychomycosis, achieving improved drug permeability and dissolution efficiency.

research Formulation of Chitosan-Coated Brigatinib Nanospanlastics: Optimization, Characterization, Stability Assessment and In-Vitro Cytotoxicity Activity against H-1975 Cell Lines

21 citations , March 2022 in “Pharmaceuticals”

This study found that Brigatinib-loaded nanospanlastics demonstrated enhanced cytotoxicity against lung cancer cells and improved drug stability and release compared to free Brigatinib.

research Formulation and optimization of folate-bovine serum albumin-coated ethoniosomes of pterostilbene as a targeted drug delivery system for lung cancer: In vitro and in vivo demonstrations

20 citations , May 2023 in “Cancer Nanotechnology”

The researchers reported that their novel formulation of pterostilbene-loaded ethoniosomes with folic acid coating effectively targeted lung cancer cells in vitro and demonstrated promising results in animal models, indicating potential for future targeted chemotherapy applications.

research Formulation and Development of Adapalene Topical Nanohydrogel Using Different Surfactants and Cosurfactants for Antiacne Activity: In Vitro and Ex Vivo Evaluation

19 citations , January 2022 in “Journal of Nanomaterials”

This study concluded that an adapalene nanohydrogel containing Tween-80 could be a promising and stable topical treatment option for acne vulgaris due to enhanced skin permeability and stability compared to other formulations.

Formulation of Sodium Valproate Nanospanlastics as a Promising Approach for Drug Repurposing in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia

research Formulation of Sodium Valproate Nanospanlastics as a Promising Approach for Drug Repurposing in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia

19 citations , September 2020 in “Pharmaceutics”

This study investigated a new formula called SV-loaded nanospanlastics for topical application to treat androgenic alopecia. It showed similar effectiveness to minoxidil lotion but with fewer adverse effects when used to enhance dermal delivery and efficacy of sodium valproate.

research Formulation of chloroaluminum phthalocyanine incorporated into PS-b-PAA diblock copolymer nanomicelles

16 citations , September 2018 in “Journal of Molecular Liquids”

This study investigated a nanostructured system using PS-b-PAA diblock copolymer for incorporating the hydrophobic photosensitizer ClAlPc, finding it effective in causing cellular damage in Caco-2 cells under light while demonstrating no cytotoxicity without light, suggesting its potential use in photodynamic therapy.

research Formulation and Characterization of Transethosomes for Enhanced Transdermal Delivery of Propranolol Hydrochloride

11 citations , January 2020 in “Micro and Nanosystems”

This study found that transethosomal gel loaded with propranolol hydrochloride prolonged drug release and increased peak plasma concentration compared to an oral tablet, suggesting a promising alternative for delivery.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo

9 citations , January 2020 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences”

This study concluded that a formulated herbal shampoo outperformed synthetic counterparts in detergency and maintaining a shiny, oily hair appearance, suggesting it could be a better alternative due to fewer harmful effects like hair dryness and keratin loss.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL GEL CONTAINING Allium cepa EXTRACT

8 citations , August 2019 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics”

This study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal gel containing Allium cepa extract for its physical properties, such as appearance, viscosity, and spreadability, but it does not report specific results or effectiveness in preventing hair loss.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF STABILITY OF THAI PURPLE RICE BRAN-BASED COSMETIC PRODUCTS

6 citations , January 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research”

This study found that rice bran phytochemical-based cosmetic products have high antioxidant capacity, maintain stability at moderate temperatures, and are free from heavy metal and microbial contamination.

research Formulation and evaluation of a herbal shampoo using flavonoid glycosides from Dicerocaryum senecioides

5 citations , February 2022 in “East African Journal of Science Technology and Innovation”

This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing flavonoid glycosides from Dicerocaryum senecioides and found that it successfully treated T. tonsurans infections in children's scalp when used daily, demonstrating significant effectiveness compared to a placebo.

Influence of Application Time and Formulation Reapplication on the Delivery of Minoxidil through Hairless Mouse Skin as Measured in Franz Diffusion Cells

research Influence of Application Time and Formulation Reapplication on the Delivery of Minoxidil through Hairless Mouse Skin as Measured in Franz Diffusion Cells

5 citations , January 1994 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

This study found that minoxidil forms a reservoir in the skin, allowing sustained drug delivery even after cleansing, while propylene glycol does not.

research Formulation and evaluation of self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system for improved oral delivery of exemestane hydrochloride

4 citations , March 2023 in “IP International Journal of Comprehensive and Advanced Pharmacology”

This study explored the development of a self nanoemulsifying drug delivery system to enhance the solubility and oral bioavailability of exemestane HCl for breast cancer therapy.

Formulation of a Film-Coated Dutasteride Tablet Bioequivalent to a Soft Gelatin Capsule (Avodart): Effect of Gamma-Cyclodextrin and Solubilizers

research Formulation of a film-coated dutasteride tablet bioequivalent to a soft gelatin capsule (Avodart®): Effect of γ-cyclodextrin and solubilizers

4 citations , May 2019 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences”

This study found that a dutasteride tablet formulation using cyclodextrin complex, solubilizing polymer, and surfactant achieved similar bioavailability in beagle dogs to that of a commercial capsule.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Oil

3 citations , October 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology”

In this study, lemon grass hair oil was formulated using various herbs and evaluated on parameters such as viscosity, saponification value, and pH to explore its potential for general hair application.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Oil

3 citations , February 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research”

This study suggests that a herbal oil formulation combining various plant and oil ingredients may effectively promote healthy hair growth and address concerns like baldness, dryness, and dandruff, supported by favorable evaluations of its physical and chemical properties.

research Formulation of Deformable Liponiosomal Hybrid of Repaglinide: In vitro Characterization and Evaluation of the Anti-Diabetic Effect

3 citations , December 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine”

Repaglinide-loaded liponiosomal hybrids improve blood sugar control and insulin release better than regular Repaglinide.

research Formulation of Nano-sized dispersion from Calendula Officinalis: A Natural gateway to preparation of a Hair Dye

3 citations , April 2023 in “Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology”

This study suggests that a hair dye formulated with nano-sized Calendula Officinalis extract can effectively color white hair and lighten black hair, offering an alternative to synthetic dyes.

research Formulation And Evaluation Of Emulgel Of An Antifungal Drug For Topical Drug Delivery

3 citations , January 2023 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results”

This study reports that fluconazole emulgel formulations, using jojoba oil and liquid paraffin, showed effective drug release and improved characteristics for treating skin diseases compared to traditional oral formulations.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Gel Containing Fenugreek Seed Extract for Nourishment and Hair Growth

3 citations , July 2019 in “International journal of scientific research in science and technology”

This study found that a herbal gel containing fenugreek seed extract significantly promoted hair growth on mice after 30 days of topical application.

research FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF FINASTERIDE SUSTAINED-RELEASE MATRIX TABLETS USING DIFFERENT RATE CONTROLLING POLYMERS

3 citations , December 2016 in “Universal journal of pharmaceutical research”

This study concluded that Finasteride can be effectively delivered in matrix tablets using different polymer ratios for sustained release.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo Powder

2 citations , January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications”

This study formulated an herbal shampoo using natural extracts and compared its physicochemical properties, such as pH and foam consistency, with commercial shampoos, finding that both performed similarly in conditioning tests conducted with twenty volunteers.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Conditioner

2 citations , June 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

The authors outlined fundamental aspects of hair conditioners, including their purpose for enhancing hair management and luster, and evaluated three types—Herbal, Synthetic, and Ayurvedic—based on various properties such as pH and moisturization, focusing on ingredients like Aloe vera and flaxseed for potential hair repair benefits.

Formulation Development and Investigations on Therapeutic Potential of Nanogel from Beta Vulgaris L. Extract in Testosterone-Induced Alopecia

research Formulation Development and Investigations on Therapeutic Potential of Nanogel from Beta vulgaris L. Extract in Testosterone-Induced Alopecia

2 citations , January 2023 in “BioMed Research International”

The researchers reported that a 5% Beta vulgaris L. extract nanogel showed better antialopecic activity in testosterone-induced alopecia in mice compared to a 2.5% concentration.