Herbal cosmetics
- 2. Definition “Any article intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed on or introduced to or applied to any part of human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering the appearance”. Examples Skin moisturizers, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail polishes, eye and facial makeup preparations, shampoos, hair colors, toothpastes, deodorants, etc. 1. Having more makeup has been positively correlated with women’s public self- consciousness (Miller & Cox, 1982) 2. Cosmetics allow women to feel better about themselves (Cash, 1987, 1988) 3. Self-esteem / believe increases (Wright et al., 1970) 4. Enhances social interactions (Miller & Cox, 1982)
- 3. • Herbal cosmetics are safe because they are natural. • Provides protection against degenerative skin conditions. • Improve appearance by delivering nutrients necessary for healthy skin. 1. Do not show allergic reactions 2. Easily penetrate skin and hair follicles 3. Very effective in small quantity as compared to synthetic cosmetics 4. Easily available, found in large variety & quantity. 1. Requires long term therapy due to slower effects 2. Difficult to mask odor & taste. 3. Time consuming and complicated manufacturing process. 4. No Pharmacopoeia defines composition of any herbal cosmetics.
- 4. TYPES ACCO RDING TO SITE OF APPLI CATIO N •Skin •Hair •Denti frice / Dental Produc ts •Nail •Eyes Three essential steps. • Cleanse • Nourish • Moisture In order to help the skin look young and glowing- 1. Remove dead skin cells 2. Stimulate epidermal cell growth 3. Use antioxidants for cellular rejuvenation and repair 4. Improve capillary blood flow 5. Use moisturizers and nutrients to replenish all layers of skin Herbal cosmetics for - Examples of herbs Fruit face mask DRY SKIN Rubia Cardifolia (Manjista), Aloe, Triphla, Tulsi, Glycyrrhiza glabra in sesame oil Banana pulp SENSITIVE SKIN Curcuma longa, Aloe, Triphala, Azadirachta indica in coconut oil Banana or pineapple pulp OILY SKIN Tulsi, Limba, Terminalia arjuna, Triphla, Curcuma longa in mustard oil , milk, sour milk, cream and butter milk Strawberry or papaya pulp
- 5. COLD CREAMS: an emulsion in which the fat predominate, but the cooling effect produced when it is applied to the skin is due to skin evaporation of the water content. Content Quantity in parts Almond oil 550 White wax 145 Borax 10 Water 290 Rose water 5 VANISHING CREAMS: They disappears when rubbed into skins Content Quantity in parts Stearic acid 130 Sod carbonate 12 Borax 28 Water 740 Rose oil 9 CLEANSING CREAMS: Water in oil emulsion that melts at temperature of body and spreads readily over the skin. Content Quantity in parts Chamomile flower 50 Water 100 Lemon juice 5 Sodium benzoate 2
- 6. FACE LOTION: Bleaching lotions actually mask, rather than lighten, the color of skin, like the whitening creams. Content Quantity in parts Alum 10 Zinc sulphate 1 Glycerin 1 Tincture of benzoin 1 Essence of rose 30 drops Dentifrices are the preparations intended for use with a toothbrush for the purpose of cleaning the accessible surfaces of teeth. They have been prepared in paste, powder and to a lesser extent in liquid form. Content Quantity in parts Soap powder 7.2 Saccharin 0.24 Amaranth (solution) 1 Oil of cinnamon 0.6 Oil of peppermint 0.6 Oil of clove 1.2 Alcohol 90 Distilled water 120
- 7. HAIR OIL: This preparation is generally used to increase the growth of hair and remains healthy. HAIR LOTION: Has a stimulating effect upon the hair follicles, generally perfumed with oil of rosemary. HAIR COLORANTS: These are preparations which are used for the coloring of the hairs. They enhances the attractiveness of gray hair. SHAMPOO: A preparation of surfactant in suitable form like liquid, solid or powder, which when used will remove surface grease, dirt, and skin debris from the hair shaft and scalp without adversely affecting the hair and scalp.
- 8. The finished product should be standardized in terms of- Shelf life Color Toxicity studies Biological assay Skin irritation test Sensitization test Patch test Stored in cool and dry place. Dried and free from the moisture to prevent the microbial spoilage Stored in air tight container. Not stored under direct sunlight