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1. Herbal Cosmetics
Part-1

2. .
• The word cosmetic was derived from the Greek word
“kosm tikos” meaning having the power, arrange, skill in
decorating.
• The origin of cosmetics forms a continuous narrative
throughout the history of man as they developed.
• The man in ancient times 3000BC used colors for
decoration to attract the animals that he wished to hunt
and also the man survived attack from the enemy by
coloring his skin and adorned his body for protection to
provoke fear in an enemy (whether man or animal).

3. .
• Herbal cosmetics, here refered as products, are
formulated using various permissible cosmetic
ingredients to form the base in which one or more
herbal ingredients are used to provide difined cosmetic
advantages only, shall be called as Herbal Cosmetics.
• Herbs can be utilized for cosmetics in three forms: as
total extracts, selective extracts or single molecules
purified from extracts. The beauty of skin and hair
basically depends on factors such as individual’s health,
diet, habits, job routine, climatic conditions and
maintenance.

4. Fixed oil
• Fixed oil are obtained from plants and animal. They are
mostly present in seed.
 Physical property
• Can not be distilled
• Leaves a permanent, translucent stain on filter paper
• Specific gravity gravity is less than 1
• Insoluble in water
 Application of fixed oil
• Soap manufacture
• Emulsifying agent
• Dietery supplements
• Manufacture of paints, varnishes

5. Source of fixed Oil
1. Coconut oil :
• Coconut oil is obtained from the fruit or seed of the coconut
palm tree Cocos nucifera, family Arecaceae.
• Coconut oil is an excellent skin moisturizer and softener.
• A study shows that extra virgin coconut oil is effective and safe
when used as a moisturizer, with absence of adverse reactions.
• A study found that coconut oil helped prevent protein loss from
the wet combing of hair when used for fourteen hours.
• The lauric acid that coconut oil is rich in has significant action
against viruses, bacteria and fungi and this ensures you keep
away from infections of the scalp.

6. 2. Olive oil:
• It is obtained from pericarp of the fruits of Olea europaea
from family oleaceae.
• The ripe fruit are crushed and packed in bags and screw
press pass mounts pressure.
• The first quality oil is called Virgin oil.
• Olive oil contain mixed glycerides of oleic acid (56-85%),
palmitic acid (7-20%) linoleic (3-20%).
• Olive oil is used as demulcent, emollient, laxative
properties.
• Olive oil have antioxidant property and have an ingredient
called squalene which is very hydrating, it moisturizes the
delicate skin in the eye area and nourishes the eyelashes.
• Olive oil is great for hair because of the several properties
it has an excellent hair conditioner property.

7. 3. Almond oil:
• The almond oil is a fixed oil obtained by expression from
the seeds of Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis (sweet almond)
& var. amara (bitter almond) (Rosaceae) .
• The almond oil basically contains about 40-55% of fixed
oil, about 20% protein.
• This oil contains very small amounts of super-unsaturated
Omega-3 essential fatty acids.
• Almond oil is an emollient, and use in preparation of toilet
product.
• It proves to be very nourishing, and softens and
strengthens the hair.
• The almond oil also proves to be a very good cleansing
agent. Almond oil has been used for many centuries, even
before its spread as a commercial agro-product.

8. 4. Castor oil:
• Castor oil is the fixed oil obtained by cold expression of the seeds of Ricinus
communis, fam., Euphorbiaceae.
• Castor oil consist of glycerides of recinoleic acid, stearic and dihyroxy stearic
acid.
• Ricinoloeic acid is responsible for laxative property.
• Castor oil contain vit. F. Ricinoleic acid is an 18 carbon acid having the doulble
bond in the 9-10 position.
• Castor oil is used as mild purgative, ointment base, as plasticizer, wetting agent,
lubricating agent.
• Also use as emollient in the preparation of lipistics, in tooth formulation, as
ingredient in hair oil.
• Vit. F is composed of two fatty acids- linoleic acid (LA) and alpha-linoleic acid
(LNA).
• In skin care, linoleic acid provides anti-inflammatory, moisturizing and healing
effect. It also softens the skin and facilitate the penetration of other active
ingredients.

9. 5. Sesame oil:
• Sesame oil is obtained from Sesamum indicum Linn.
Family pedaliaceae.
• There are many varieties of sesame oil that range in
flavor and color.
• Sesame oil is highly nourishing, healing and
lubricating. Other than being used as flavour
enhancing cooking oil, it has great beauty benefits
and works great for scalp and hair growth.
• Sesame oil is enriched with Vitamin E, B complex
and minerals such as magnesium, calcium,
phosphorus and protein which strengthens the hair
from the root and gives deep nourishment.

10. 6. Mustard oil:
• Mustard oil is extracted from the seeds of the
mustard plant, which refers to any of the family in
the genera Sinapis and Brassica.
• Examples are Brassica nigra or Black Mustard.
• Mustard seeds are rich in antioxidants, protein
and fatty acids, many experts advise using natural
or herbal remedies for such common problem as
hair thinning and loss.

11. 7. Grapeseed oil:
• Grapeseed oil which can be commonly seen in
grocery stores comes from pressed grape seeds.
• It is lightweight, colorless, and odorless, making it
very versatile.
• Because of its moisturizing and regenerative
properties, it has become one of the most popular
ingredients for cosmetic products, aromatherapy, and
even shampoos and conditioners.