The document presents a comprehensive overview of herbal cosmetics, defining them as cosmetics made from plant products with minimal side effects compared to synthetic alternatives. It covers various types of herbal cosmetics for skincare, hair care, oral care, and nail care, detailing their uses, benefits, limitations, and preparation methods. The growing demand for herbal cosmetics is noted, along with the importance of bioactive ingredients in promoting healthy skin and hair.

1. Presented by:
SHREYA PODDAR
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Department of Pharmaceutics
M. Pharm 1st year
HERBAL COSMETICS

2. HERBAL COSMETICS
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INTRODUCTION
TYPES ACCORDING TO SITE OF APPLICATION
STORAGE OF HERBS
EVALUATION OF FINISHED PRODUCTS
CONCLUSION
REFERENCES
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3. WHATARE COSMETICS?
 Cosmetics are the substances that are used to enhance the odour 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.
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4. WHATARE HERBALCOSMETICS?
 These are the cosmetics which are prepared using plant products having
cosmetics action.
 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.
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5. HERBAL COSMETICS
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ADVANTAGES-
 They don't provoke allergic
reaction and don't have negative
side effects.
 They are easily incorporated with
skin and hair.
 With small quantity they are very
effective as compared to synthetic
cosmetics.
 Easily available and found in large
variety and quantity.
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
odour.
 Manufacturing process are time
consuming and complicated.
 No pharmacopoeia defines any
specific procedure or ingredients to
be used in any of herbal cosmetics.

6. Skin Hair
Dentifrices Eye
Nail
TYPES ACCORDING TO SITE OF APPLICATION:
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7. HERBAL COSMETICSFOR SKINCARE:
The herbal approaches of proper skin is principally based on 3 essential steps-
i. Cleanse,
ii. Nourish,
iii. Moisture.
Whatever may be the type of skin, these 3 steps are external care of the skin to protect from constant effect
of environment, stress and skins natural process of cell degradation decay.
Therefore, in order to help the skin look young and radiant our beauty products and treatment must provide-
i. Exfoliation to remove dead skin cells.
ii. Epidermal stimulation for new cell growth.
iii. Antioxidant properties for cellular rejuvenation repair.
iv. Improve capillary blood flow.
v. Penetrating moisture and nutrients to replenish all layers of skin.
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8. HERBALCLEANINGPOWDERS FOR VARIOUSTYPES OF SKIN:
SKIN TYPE HERBS FRUIT FACE
MASK
1. DRY SKIN Rubia card folia(majista), sariva,
triphla, kusta, tulsi, glabra, vacha in
sesame oil.
Banana or avocado pulp
2. SENSITIVE SKIN Usheero, dhangaka, curcuma longa,
triphala, nimba mustaka, Kamal in
coconut oil.
Banana or pineapple pulp.
3.OIL SKIN Tulasi, lodhra, jaliphata, nimba,
arjuna, triphala, curcuma longa,
mustaka in mustard oil, milk, sour
milk, cream are used as gentle
natural cleanser.
Strawberry or papaya pulp
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9. Salmalia
malabarica
Melia
Azadirachta
Symplocus
Racemose
Cream for Acne &
pimples
Bees wax
Emulsifying
wax
Almond oil
Lanolin
Coconut oil
Orange flower
water
Tincture
benzoin
Orange oil
Anti-wrinkle
cream
Lemon juice
Xanthane
powder
Castor oil
Avocado oil
Essential oil
Titanium oxide
Distilled water
Herbal sunscreen
cream
Some herbal Skincare Products:
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10. HERBALSKINPREPARATION:
NAME IMPORTANT
HERBAL
CONSTITUENTS
USES/ CLAIM
Almond lanolin under
eye cream
Almond oil lanolin date
extract
Remove dark circles around
the eyes, nourishes and
clears the skin.
Vitamised nourishing
cream
Wheat germ oil,
cabbage, date extract
Luxurious night cream,
provides skin a meaning
full look without being
unnecessarily greasy.
Cactus aloe vera
rehydrate cleaning
cream
Aloe vera known as the
desert lily, lemon
extract, carrot extract
Removes impurities from
skin’s surface without
disturbing its moisture
balance.
Vitamised whitening
cream
Almond oil, lactic acid,
vitamin A & D, corroti
seed extract.
Lightens skin color, act as
powerful astringent
porcelain the skin.
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11. NAME IMPORTANT
HERBAL
CONSTITUENTS
USES/ CLAIM
Apricot luster firming
cream
Pure apricot extract, rose
oil
Gives luster to dry and dull
skin, beautifying cream.
Honey intensive Honey, sandal wood Effective moisturizer,
excellent softener, gives
nourishment to the skin.
Precious herbs Tulsi, date, apricot Moisturizer for fabled skin.
HERBALSKINPREPARATION:
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12. HERBALCREAMS:
A. COLD CREAM-
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.
FORMULA
Almond
oil
Borax
Rose
water
White
wax
Water
B. VANISHING CREAM-
These are also called as foundation creams, because they disappears when rubbed
into skin.
FORMULA
Stearic
acid
Sodium
carbon
ate
Borax
crystate
Water
Rose
oil
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13. HERBALCREAMS:
C. CLEANSING CREAM-
A satisfactory cleansing cream in water in oil w/o emulsion that melts at temperature of body and
spreads readily over the skin.
FORMULA
Chamomile
flower
Lemon
juice
Sodium
benzoate
Distilled
water
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HERBALLOTIONS:
A. FACE LOTION-
These also called the bleaching lotions actually mask, rather than lighten, the color of skin, like
the whitening creams.
FORMULA
Tincture of
benzoate
ZnSO4
Essence
of rose
Glycerin
Alum

14. HERBALLOTIONS:
B. SHAVING LOTION-
After shaving lotions, are usually similar in composition to astringent lotions, with higher percentage also
act as mild antiseptic to aid against infection of any abrasion.
C. SUN-BURN LOTION-
The purpose of sun-burn lotion is to assist the skin in tanning without painful effects and the
purpose of the anti-burn preparations is to minimize the harmful effects of sun-burn.
ZnOH
ZnCO3
Corn
starch
Glycerin
Tincture
of benzoin
Benzyl
cinnamate
Tuberose
absolute
Water
FORMULA
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15. HERBALCOSMETICS FOR HAIR CARE:
A. HAIR OIL:
The hair oils are 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.
PROPERTIES-
i. Should give luster to the hair
ii. Retain them soft and flowing.
iii. Invigorate their growth.
iv. Keep the brain cool.
v. Should not be sticky.
Refined
coconut oil
Balsam
Peru
Sandalwood
oil
Alkanet
root
Extract of
henna
Oil rosemary
FORMULA
B. HAIR LOTION:
 It has stimulating effect upon the hair follicles.
 They are generally perfumed with oil of rosemary & other ascents as it posses a good stimulating property.
Tincture
cantharide
s
Aqua
Sambauri
Essence
Rosemary
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16. C. HAIR COLORANT:
 These are preparations, which are used for coloring of the hairs.
 They enhances the attractiveness of gray hair.
 They are applied externally on the hair with help of brush.
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Potash
Glycerin
Alcohol
Rose water
Ammonia
FORMULA
D. SHAMPOO:
It is a preparation of surfactant in suitable form liquid, solid or powder- which when used under the
condition specified will remove surface grease, dirt & skin debris from hair shaft & scalp without
affecting adversely the hair, scalp or health of the user.
Coconut oil
KOH
KCO3
Distill
ed
water
FORMULA
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17. QUALITIES OF
IDEAL HAIR
PRODUCT:
Protect the hair cuticle.
Cleanse without stripping natural oils.
Replace lost protein, moisture & nutrients.
Condition without weighing down the hair.
Even out porosity & prevent moisture loss.
Smooth abraded cuticle scales.
Prevent intense drying from environment.
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18. HERBALHAIR PREPARATION:
NAME IMPORTANT
HERBAL
CONSTITUENTS
USES/ CLAIM
Herbal hair rinse Mint, brahmis & other herbal
extracts.
• Promotes hair growth used
in combination with
henna/ amla shampoo.
Herbal hair conditioner Amla, sandalwood Brahmi's,
lichens & other precious
herbs.
• Complete hair food
treatment makes the hair.
• Strong healthy & lustrous.
• Prevents hair loss & act as
a scalp deep cleanser
Herbal hair oil Arnica, henna, shikakai &
other herbal extracts
• Specially created to
prevent hair loss &
promote luxurious hair
growth
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19. HERBALHAIR PREPARATION:
NAME IMPORTANT
HERBAL
CONSTITUENTS
USES/ CLAIM
Herbal henna reinforced
hair food treatment
Pure henna. • Make hair lustrous,
manageable & silky acts as
treatment for scalp disorder
& gives natural color, shine
to hair
Herbal amla shampoo Extracts of Amla, dates arnica
& rare herbal extracts.
• For normal to dry skin.
• Make the hair lustrous,
healthy &manageable.
• Cleansing the scalp while
retaining & stimulating hair
growth.
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20. HERBALCOSMETICS FOR ORAL CARE:
Herbal ingredients used in Oral Care:
 Herbal remedies have long history of use for gums & tooth problems.
 In many traditional cultures, there are no plastic bristle brushes, rather, the use of herbal “chewing
sticks” are common.
 In traditional medicine, following herbs have a long history of use for prevention & in assisting the
body to heal itself in gum & tooth disorders.
1. Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory resins:
 Myrrh- warm astringent
 Propolis- useful for mouth sores & ulcers.
 Pine resin- used as chewing gum.
2. Other anti-microbial herbs:
 Usnea- useful against strep & staph.
 Blood root: useful in inhibition of plaque & decay, causing by bacteria.
3. Astringents:
 Krameria- useful for bleeding or spongy gum.
 Oak galls- use powder as a dentifrice
 Tormentil & sage- use as a gargle for chronic gum inflammation.
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21. HERBALCOSMETICS FOR ORAL CARE:
4. Immune straighteners:
 Echinacea- activates local immunity includes healing.
 Baptisia- used as antiseptic, anti-bacterial.
ESSENTIAL OILS:
 These are distilled liquids extracted from flowers, leaves, bark, stems, root, shrubs & trees.
 E0s contain varying no. of tiny aromatic molecules that rapidly absorb into skin & travel through
the body via blood capillaries & the circulatory system.
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Oil from this herb is used
as a powerful antiseptic
& disinfectant, treat oral
inflammation &
infection.
High aldehyde content
of this oil makes it
strong antimicrobial &
antiseptic.
Commonly used as a
active ingredient in
vapor rub, as it aids
respiratory function.
Widely used for its
healing properties, it
offers anti-bacterial,
anti-inflammatory.
RED
THYME
CINNAMON
BARK
EUCALYPTUS LAVENDER

22. HERBALTOOTH PREPARATION:
To prevent & control of teeth disorders, which include Herbal tooth paste, tooth powder, dentifrice &
mouthwash.
A. DENTIFRICE:
Preparations intended for use with a toothbrush for the purpose of cleaning the accessible surface of the
teeth.
REQUIREMENTS:
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To remove
food debris,
plaque &
stain Should leave
the mouth
with a fresh,
clean
sensation Should be
harmless,
pleasant &
convenient to
us

23. HERBALTOOTH PREPARATION:
Soap
powdered
Saccharin
Amaranth
Oil of
cinnamon
Oil of
peppermint
Alcohol
Distilled
water
FORMULA:
B. TOOTH PASTE:
To remove adherent soiling matter from a hard surface with minimal damage.
Vajradant extract
Pilu extract
Babool extract
Akarkara extract
Majuphal extract
Kapur extract
Neem extract
Lavang extract
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24. HERBALTOOTH PREPARATION:
C. MOUTH WASH:
It is a product used to enhance oral hygiene.
1. Pilu ( Salvadora persica)
2. Bibhitaka (Terminalia bellerica)
3. Naga Valli (Piper bettle)
4. Gandhapura Laila (Gaultheria
fragrantsima)
5. Peppermint sattva (Mentha spp)
6. Yavani sattva (Trachyspermum
amni)
HIORA MOUTH-WASH
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25. HERBALTOOTH PREPARATION:
HERBS USED FOR TOOTH PREPARATION:
SCIENTIFIC NAME TREE NAME PART OF THE TREE TREATMENT
Acacia arabica Babul Bark Teeth disorders
Azadirachta
inidica
Neem Leaf Toothache, Dental
caries
Barleria
Peritonitis
Vajradanti Entire herb Strengthen teeth,
toothache
Szygium
aromaticum
Clove Bud Toothache,
antiseptic
Glycyrrhiza glabra Yastimadhu Roots Natural
sweeteners & flavors
Salvadora persica Pilu Twigs Anti-microbials
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26. HERBALCOSMETICS FOR NAILCARE :
 Fungal infections of nail are very common & notoriously difficult to use.
 Nail are considered as one of the hardest & strongest tissue.
 Conventional treatment, expensive and long term.
 Includes, topical preparation & oral anti-fungal medications.
 People prefer herbal & natural way to treat so that side effects are minimized.
 Herbs used are Melaleuca Laterifolia, Lavandula officinalis, etc.
NAIL POLISH
A nail polish or enamel in order to be successful must contain a film former, whose
characteristics are ease of brushing application, fast drying & hardening, whose
formulations should enhance adhesion to the nail without losing its resistance to
chipping & abrasion.
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27. HERBALCOSMETICS FOR NAILCARE :
The constituents present are-
1. Celluloidal film former.
2. Plasticizers
3. Solvents
4. Colorants
5. Specially fillers
NAIL POLISH
Celluloidal
film
Amy lacetate
FORMULA
Acetone
Eosine A
FORMULA
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28. HERBALCOSMETICS FOR eye CARE :
HERBAL EYE SHADOW:
 Eye shadows are used to give a background of colour to the eye.
 Various shades of eye shadows are available in market. E.g. blue, green, brown.
 Eye shadows may be either in solid form or in liquid paste form.
Quality characteristics of eye-shadow:
They should have good skin adhesion & should be easy to apply
They should not show oily lustre after application.
They should be non- irritant & safe
Parsley
Vegetable oil
FORMULA
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29. STORAGE OF HERBS :
 Herbs should be stored in cool & dry place.
 Moisture can damage in herbs.
 Also, moisture promotes bacterial & fungal growth.
 Dried herbs should be stored in air tight container.
 Herbs should not be stored in direct sunlight.
GUIDELINESFOR USINGHERBS:
1. Stop taking an herb if any side effect develops such as allergy, stomach
upset, skin rash pr headache.
2. Purchase standardized herbal products.
3. Herbal products are not recommended for:
 Pregnant or lactating women.
 Infants or children under six years of age.
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30. Shelf life
Colour
Toxicity
studies
Biologic
al assay
Skin
irritation
test
Sensitiza
tion test
Patch
test
EVALUATIONOF FINISHEDPRODUCTS :
The finished product should be standardized in terms:
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31. 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.
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32. REFERENCES :
• R. K. Nema, K.S. Rathore and B.K. Dubey; “ Text book of cosmetics” CBS Publishers &
distributors India.
• P. P. Sharma “Cosmetics Formulations Manufacturing & Quality Control” Vandana
Publications pvt. Ltd. Delhi, fourth edition.
• Dr. Kuchekar, Mr. Khadtare, Mr sachem Itkar; “Forensic Pharmacy” Nirali prakashan.
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