HERBAL COSMETICSRaheem BahadarPhD ScholarDepartment of Pharmacy, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Abbottabad.

CONTENTS:• Introduction• Types according to site of application• Herbal cosmetics for skin• Herbal cosmetics for Hair• Dentifrices • Herbal cosmetics for Nail care product• Evaluation of finished product• Conclusion

What are cosmetics

Cosmetics are substances that are used to enhance the odor and

appearance of human body.

FDA defines cosmetics as  "intended to be applied to the human body for

cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the

appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions."

What are herbal cosmetics? These are the cosmetics which are prepared using plant products having cosmetic

actions.

Recently the use of botanicals in cosmetics have increased mainly due to the

mild action and non-toxic nature.

In cosmetics, both natural and phyto-ingredients are used. Natural products

include oils, extracts, secretions etc. Phyto-ingredients include pure constituents

obtained by various process.

DEFINATION:

According to D & C Act 1940

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 and

includes any article intended for use as component of cosmetics.

TYPES ACCORDING TO SITE OF APPLICATION• Skin• Hair• Dentifrice• Nail• Eyes

HERBAL COSMETICS FOR SKINThe herbal approach of proper skin care is principally based on three

essential steps.

• Cleanse

• Nourish

• Moisture

Whatever may be the type of skin; these three steps are external care of

the skin to protect from the constant effect of environment, stress and

skins natural process of cell degradation decay.

HERBAL COSMETICS FOR VARIOUS TYPES OF SKIN FOR DRY SKIN

Example of Herbs:• Rubia Cardifolia (Manjista), • Triphla, • Tulsi,• Glycerihza glabra in sesame oil.

Fruit face mask:• Banana or avocado pulp.

FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

Example of Herbs:• Usheero, • Curcuma longa, • Triphala, • Azadircta indica mustaka, • Nimba in coconut oil.

Fruit face mask:• Banana or pineapple pulp.

FOR OILY SKIN

Example of Herbs:• Tulsi, • Idhora, • Jatiphata, • Nimba, • Terminalia arjuna, • Curcuma longa.

Fruit face mask:• Strawberry or papaya pulp.

TYPES OF HERBAL CREAMS AND LOTIONS

COLD CREAMS:

It is an emulsion in which the fat predominates, but the cooling effect produced

when it is applied to the skin is due to skin evaporation of the water contained.

e.g: Almond oil.

VANISHING CREAMS:

Vanishing creams are also called foundation creams because they disappears when

rubbed into skins. e.g: Rose oil.

CLEANSING CREAMS:

A satisfactory cleansing cream is water in oil emulsion that melts at temperature of

body and spreads readily over the skin.

FACE LOTION:

These are also called the bleaching lotions, actually alter the color of skin like the

whitening creams.

HERBS FOR SKIN CARE Green tea Camellia sinensis Protects against damage to the cell moderates inflammation. Turmeric Curcuma longa produce natural golden glow and has healing effect.

Rose Rosa Used as toner for fair and dry skin. Sandal Santalum album Cooling and calming with natural astringent and antiseptic properties.

ANTI – AGING TREATMENT Carrot

Daucus carrota

Rich natural source of vitamin A; promotes the formation of new cells and

helps in reducing wrinkles.

Henna

Lawsonia inermis

It has natural affinity with the proteins in hair , making it able to stain the color

into hair shaft.

TYPES OF HERBAL HAIR CARE PRODUCTS HAIR OIL:

The hair oils used for dressings and nourishing the hairs and grace to appearance of

hairs.

This preparations is generally used to increase the growth of hair and remains

healthy. E.g Arnica, shikakai.

HAIR LOTION:

Hair lotion has a stimulating effect upon the hair follicles. They are generally

perfumed with oil of rosemary and others ascenes as it posses a good stimulating

property.

HAIR COLORANTS:

These are preparations which are used for the coloring of the hairs. They enhances

the attractiveness of gray hair. They are applied externally on the hair with help of

brush.

E.g Lawsonia alba Lam.

SHAMPOO:

Shampoo is preparation of surfactant in suitable form liquid, solid or powder, which

when used under the condition specified will remove surface grease, dirt, and skin

debris from the hair shaft and scalp without affecting adversely the hair, scalp or

health of the user.

E.g: Accacia concinna DC.

FOR HAIR CARE Amla Emblica officinalis Rich in vitamin C , tannins , minerals [ P , Fe , Ca ] which provides nutrition

to hair and also darkening of hair. Almond Prunus dulcis Contain omega – 3 fatty acid ;provide nourishment , softness and strength to

the hair.

HERBALS USED IN DENTIFRICE

Dentifrice are the preparations intended for use with a toothbrush for the purpose of

cleaning the accessible surfaces of teeth.

Ingredients used:

Soap powder, Saccharin, Amaranth (solution), Oil of cinnamon, Oil of peppermint.

HERBALS USED IN NAIL CAREFungal infections of nails are very common and difficult to cure.

The conventional treatment of nail fungal infection is expensive and long term.• Lavendula officinalis• Melaleuca latrifolia• Cybopogon citrates

NAIL POLISH:• Celluloidal film,• Amylacetate, • Eosine.

Use of Herbal Cosmetics Aloe Vera Benefits

• It keeps skin looking smooth and supple.

• Delays visible signs of ageing like fine.

• Healing cracked heels.

• Moisturizes the skin

Sandalwood Benefit

• Naturally clear skin complexion and add a healthy glow to it.

• Tightens the drooping skin tissues,

• Provide youthful appearance.

• Effectively in fighting the bacteria and fungi,

• Prevents the breakout of pimples.

Turmeric Benefit

• Help lighten stretch marks.

• Effectively reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

• Quick relief of accidently burn skin.

• Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Rose Benefit

• Rose water is a natural toner for skin.

• Prevent dark circles below eyes.

• It helps to lock moisture into the skin,

• keeping skin feeling smooth.

Jasmine Benefit

• It mild fragrance make natural anti-deodorant.

• It helps strengthen the roots of the hair.

• Effective cure for scrapes, wounds, and cuts.

• Antiseptic properties help keep skin infections at bay.

Papaya Benefit

• It helps in removing dead skin cells.

• It helps prevent balding.

• It is used to treat sore and cracked heels.

• Used for skin whitening.

Cucumber Benefit

• It remove dark complexion.

• It reduces freckles.

• It helps in removing dark circles under eyes.

• It helps in soothing and softening your skin .

Tea benefit

• Adds shine to dull hair.

• Eliminate darkness around the eye area.

• Increases the resistance of the body against various infections.

Coffee Benefit

• It plays a crucial role in regulating cell re-growth.

• It is beneficial for hair fall.

• Increase skin elasticity.

• Protect skin against UV rays.

Skin care creams and lotions

Aloe vera Dandelion Mint Averensis

Bees Wax Dill Seeds Nettle

Arrowroot Ginger Rosemary

Ashwagandha Hibiscus Rubia Cordyfolia

Bentonite jasmine-flower.html Rose

Calendula Lavender Patchouli

Chamomile Lemon Grass Tea Tree

Centella Asiatica Lotus Turmeric

Cucumber Liquorice Valerian

Shampoos

Chamomile Flower

Calendula Flower

Arrowroot

Cedarwood

Lavender

Lemon Grass

Nettle Leaf

Orange Flower

Patchouli

Vetivert

Hair Coluor

Aloe Vera Lemon Grass

Calendula Flower Lavender

Camphor Spearmint, Mentha Spicata

Cinnamon Mint Averensis

Cucumber Myrrh

Lemon Grass Rose Mary

Calendula Orchid Tree

Dill Seeds Nutmeg, Myristica Fragrance

Holy Basil

Toothpaste and Mouthwash

Acacia Concina Indigo

Butea Superba Mallow

Chamomile Rhubarb

Emblica Officinalis Sapindus Laurifolia

Eclipta Alba Safflower

Hibiscus Turmeric

Henna Walnut

Honey

Cleansing Creams

Chamomile Lotus

Cucumber Mint Averensis

Calendula Mallow

Holy Basil Rose

Jasmine Tea Tree

Lavender

Anti-Aging

Butea Superba Myrrh

Chamomile Nettle

Centella Asiatica Rose

Emblica Officinalis Rice Bran

Lavender Shilajit

ADVANTAGES: They do not provoke allergic reaction & do not have negative side

effects.

They are easily incorporated with skin and hair.

With small quantity they are very effective as compared to synthetic

cosmetics.

Extracts of plant decreases the bulk property of cosmetics and gives

appropriate pharmacological effects.

Easily available & found in large variety & quantity.

Easy to manufactures and chief in cost.

DISADVANTAGES: Herbal drugs have slower effects as compare to Allopathic dosage form.

Also it requires long term therapy.

They are difficult to hide taste and odor.

Most of the herbal drugs are not easily available.

Manufacturing process are time consuming and complicated.

No pharmacopoeia defines any specific procedure or ingredients to be

used in any of herbal cosmetics.

STORAGE OF HERBS

Herbs should be stored in cool and dry place.

Moisture can damage the herbs.

Also moisture promotes bacterial and fungal growth.

Dried herbs should be stored in air tight container.

Herbs should not be stored in direct sunlight.

Conclusion The usage of herbal cosmetics has been increased to many folds in

personal care system and there is a great demand for the herbal cosmetics.

The use of bioactive ingredients in cosmetics influence biological

functions of skin and provide nutrients necessary for the healthy skin or

hair.

There is tremendous scope to launch numerous herbal cosmetics using

appropriate bioactive ingredients with suitable fatty oil, essential oils,

proteins and additives.