Formulation, Optimization and Evaluation of An Herbal Cream Using different Emiulsifying Wax- Stearic Acid Compositions
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Herbal cream are commonly use for skin care because they contain ingredient obtained from the natural sources. The aim of the study is to prepare a herbal cream using Aloe vera extract and check its quality. Aloe vera was selected because it may help to maintain skin moisture, soft and fresh.Thecreamwasmadewithingredientslikestearicacid,emulsifyingwax,glycerin,liquidparaffin, and purified water. All the ingredients were mixed properly to obtain a smooth cream. Different creamsamplesweremadewithvarying basecompositionstofindwhichformulationgivesbetter results.The prepared cream were checked for colour, odour, appearance, smoothness, pH, viscosity, spreadability and washability. The cream were also checked for phage separation, skin irritation, and stability. These tests helped to understand the quality, consistency, and suitability of each formulation for skin application.The study aims to find asuitable base composition for preparing a good-quality Aloe vera herbal cream may help to moisturize and soothe the skin. Therefore, this formulation may be useful for developing a herbal skin-care product.
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7225332179