Volume : 12, Issue : 06, June – 2025

Title:

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL ANTI-LICE SHAMPOO FROM PONGAMIA PINNATA LEAVES

Authors :

Ms. Sareena Ismail *, Sreekutty Satheesan *, Akhila Shaji *, Rahul Sharma*, Abina M*2, Anila P.S*

Abstract :

This study focuses on the formulation of an herbal anti-lice shampoo for paediatric use, utilizing petroleum ether extract of Pongamia pinnata leaves.
The extract demonstrated strong pediculicidal and ovicidal activity against Pediculus humanus capitis, addressing the growing concern of drug resistance in head lice treatment. Pongamia pinnata contains various bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, polyphenols, alkaloids, and saponins, which contribute to its therapeutic properties. By using herbal antilice shampoo in place of synthetic sntilice shampoo, the emergence of resistance shown by lice against shampoo can be reduced.
The collected leaves were dried using hot air oven, followed by extraction using petroleum ether with soxhlation process. The soxhlation was done for 4 hr. at 40oc. Resulting extract was then concentrated using rotary evaporator. The concentrated extract was incorporated into a shampoo formulation containing glycerine, sodium benzoate, cocoamidopropyl betaine, ethylene glycol monostearate, essential oils, and other mild surfactants to enhance efficacy and stability.
The shampoo was evaluated for color, odour, texture, pH, viscosity, and stability, dirt dispersion, cleaning action, pediculocidal and ovicidal activity. The results indicate that the formulation effectively eliminates lice by enhancing the penetration and bioavailability of active oil components. This study highlights the potential of herbal alternatives in paediatric lice treatment while ensuring reduced toxicity and irritation compared to conventional chemical-based shampoos.
Key words: Pongamia pinnata, shampoo, pediculocidal, ovicidal, stigmasterol

Cite This Article:

Please cite this article in press Sareena Ismail et al., Formulation And Evaluation Of Herbal Anti-Lice Shampoo From Pongamia Pinnata Leaves , Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(07).

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