Volume : 12, Issue : 06, June – 2025

Title:

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL HAIR SERUM

Authors :

Sumit Bhagat*, Aditya A. Unhale, Dr. Swati P. Deshmukh

Abstract :

The present study was undertaken to formulate and evaluate a herbal hair serum utilizing natural ingredients known for their beneficial effects on hair and scalp health—namely Aloe Vera, Coconut Oil, Vitamin E, Rose Water, and Distilled Water. The serum was developed using an emulsion technique, resulting in a clear, semi-viscous, and pleasantly aromatic formulation. The product was subjected to various physicochemical evaluations, including pH determination, viscosity measurement, spreadability, and stability studies under different storage conditions. The optimized serum exhibited a pH of 5.3 ± 0.1, moderate viscosity (420 ± 10 cP), and excellent spreadability (7.5 cm/sec), with no phase separation or microbial contamination observed over a three-month period. A volunteer study involving daily use of the serum for three weeks demonstrated promising outcomes—80% of users reported reduced hair fall, 70% observed enhanced hair softness and shine, and 65% experienced improved scalp hydration. No allergic reactions or irritation were noted during the trial, confirming the product’s dermatological safety. Overall, the results suggest that the formulated herbal serum is a safe, effective, and natural alternative to synthetic hair care products, holding significant potential for commercial application in the cosmeceutical market.
KEYWORDS:
Herbal hair serum; Aloe Vera; Coconut Oil; Vitamin E; Natural hair care; Scalp hydration; Hair fall reduction; Emulsion formulation; Physicochemical evaluation; Stability study.

Cite This Article:

Please cite this article in press Sumit Bhagat et al., Formulation And Evaluation Of Herbal Hair Serum, Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(06).

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