HERBAL COSMETICS

Raheem Bahadar
PhD Scholar
Department 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 SKIN
The 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 CARE
Fungal 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.