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Formulation and Evaluation of Natural Lip Balm: Exploring the Synergistic Benefits of Beetroot and Kaempferia galanga Linn

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Growing consumer concern over synthetic additives has intensified interest in plant-based lip care. This study formulated and evaluated a dual-extract lip balm using beetroo (Beta vulgaris) pigment and Kaempferia galanga Linn (KGL) essential oil as natural colourant and bioactive agents. Twenty-two formulations were prepared from coconut oil, beeswax, and candelilla wax, with varying beetroot:KGL ratios (0.5–2.5 g). Each formulation was assessed for pH (n=3), melting point, greasiness index, surface homogeneity, and accelerated colour stability (30 days at 40 °C/75 % RH and 4 °C). Among all tested formulations, F7 exhibited the most favourable balance of non-greasy texture, stable pH, and good melting point, supporting its potential as a safe and natural cosmetic alternative.

Source: Malaysian Journal of Chemical Engineering and Technology

DOI: 10.24191/mjcet.v8i2.3901

Authors: Nurhaslina Che Radzi, Afiqah Dayana Ahmad Kamarul

Institutions: Universiti Teknologi MARA System, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Language: English

Topic: Skin Protection and Aging

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7125518447

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