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VOL. 1, ISSUE 1 (2025)
Formulation and evaluation of herbal soap: A comprehensive research study
Authors
Namrata Bapu Hegade
Abstract
The increasing consumer demand for natural and
eco-friendly personal care products has led to a surge in interest in herbal
formulations, particularly in developing herbal soaps. This research study aims
to formulate and evaluate herbal soap using selected medicinal plant extracts
known for their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and skin-nourishing properties. The
primary objective was to create a safe, effective, and environmentally
sustainable herbal soap while assessing its physicochemical properties, antimicrobial
efficacy, and skin compatibility. Herbal soap samples were prepared using
traditional soap-making techniques with standardised concentrations of plant
extracts such as neem, turmeric, and 4 .aloe ver00000a. Comprehensive
evaluations included pH measurement, hardness, lather quality, moisture
content, and microbial contamination tests. Additionally, antimicrobial
activity was assessed against common skin pathogens, and skin irritation
potential was evaluated through patch tests on human volunteers. The results
demonstrated that the formulated herbal soaps exhibited excellent cleansing
ability, stable physicochemical characteristics, and significant antimicrobial
activity, particularly against Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. No
adverse skin reactions were reported, indicating good skin compatibility. This
study concludes that herbal soap formulations incorporating medicinal plant
extracts offer a promising alternative to synthetic soaps by providing enhanced
skin benefits and reducing environmental impact. These findings support the
potential commercialisation of herbal soaps as a natural, therapeutic, and
sustainable personal care product, contributing to the growing market for
herbal cosmetics.
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Pages:17-21
How to cite this article:
Namrata Bapu Hegade "Formulation and evaluation of herbal soap: A comprehensive research study". International Journal of Current Studies, Vol 1, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 17-21
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