Abstract

Athira J. Nair*, M. J. Cleetus Martin, Nandana Giji, Mohammed Musharaf K. K., Afiya M. N.

ABSTRACT

The study primarily focuses on the formulation and evaluation of herbal hair gel using extracts of neem and mint leaves. The preparation involves making a stable gel base using the gelling agent and water phase, ensuring proper consistency and homogeneity. The neem leaf extract, which contains flavonoids known for their antifungal activity, is extracted through maceration and incorporated into the gel base. The mint leaf extract contains menthol, which has a cooling and soothing effect; it is extracted by the enfleurage method. The gel base was prepared using carbopol 940. Carbopol functions as a gelling agent. Other components include triethanolamine as a pH adjuster and glycerine and polyethylene glycol as humectants. Antifungal action is a feature of the herbal hair gel. The gel formulations were prepared in three varying concentrations to determine the optimal formula for hair care. The F2 was found to be the best result.