FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL SUNSCREEN CREAM
Mr Saurav Babasaheb Sahare, Mr Arshad A. Ansari ,Dr Swati S. Rawat, Dr Sunil S Jaybhaye, MS Pooja P Ambhure
Institute of pharmacy Badnapur , Maharashtra
Abstract
In recent years, the demand for herbal cosmetics has increased due to growing concerns about the side effects of synthetic products. This project aims to formulate and evaluate a herbal sunscreen using natural,s kin-friendly ingredients with photo protective and antioxidant properties. The key herbal and natural ingredients selected for this formulation include Aloe vera (skin soothing and hydrating),Butterfly pea flower extract (rich in antioxidants and anthocyanins),Coconut oil (natural moisturizer and UV barrier), Rose water (cooling and anti- inflammatory),and Vitamin Ecapsules (powerful antioxidant that protects skin from UV- induced damage).
The formulation was prepared in the form of an oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion, ensuring proper blending of the aqueous and oil phases. The prepared herbal sunscreen wase valuated for various parameters including physical appearance , pH, spreadability , washability , and stability at different storage conditions. The Sun Protection Factor (SPF) was assessed using in vitro UV spectro photo metric analysis following the Mansur method .The product alsound erwent skin irritation testing and micro bialload analysis toensure safety and quality.
The results showed that the herbal sunscreen had an aesthetically acceptable appearance, goodstability, adequate SPF value, and was safe for topical application. Thus, the study concludes that a combination of herbal and natural in gradient scan effectively provide sunprotection and be a safe alternative to synthetic sunscreens
Keywords: Herbs, Herbal Sunscreen Cream
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EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)
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Published on : 2025-06-05
| Vol | : | 11 |
| Issue | : | 6 |
| Month | : | June |
| Year | : | 2025 |