A B S T R A C T
Herbal cosmetics are items utilized to enhance one’s appearance. The objective of the study was to create a herbal cream for moisturizing, nourishing, brightening, and addressing various skin ailments. The cream was formulated using key ingredients such as Curcuma longa (Turmeric), genus tagetes (Marigold), Aloe barbadensis (Aloe vera), Azadirachta indica (Neem). The choice of ingredients relies on the distinct therapeutic qualities of the agents. Different assessment criteria are applied to the cream. According to the results and discussion, the formulations remained stable at room temperature and can be safely applied to the skin. This cream formulation is an o/w type emulsion, which allows for easy washing off with plain water after use. The formulation demonstrated good spreadability. The viscosity and pH of the cream were also satisfactory. There was no indication of phase separation in the cream during storage. The cream has a non-greasy texture and can be easily removed after application. The formulation is non-irritating and poses no harm to the skin. The cream was prepared using the slab method and was further assessed through various evaluation parameters, including physical properties, pH, spreadability, washability, non-irritancy tests, viscosity, and phase separation of the cream, all of which yielded positive results.
Keywords: Cosmetic, Herbal cream, Turmeric, Marigold, Aloe-vera, Neem.