A Review Article on the Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Oil
Arun Kumar Yadav*, Firoj Ahamad*, Kiran Singh, Swapna Sahu
Nirmala Devi Pharmacy College, Nayansand, Gaurabadshahpur, Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh - 222133, India.
*Corresponding Author E-mail: arjunphar@gmail.com
ABSTRACT:
The excellent activity of herbal formulations and their little or nonexistent adverse effects as compared to synthetic medications have always drawn a lot of attention. This study's objective is to make herbal hair oil using amla, hibiscus, Brahmi, and methi. and it will be assessed to see if it promotes healthy hair development, the oil of different concentrations was water soluble, water insoluble, sulphated, total ash, acid insoluble, and moisture content are among the characteristics that make it suitable for proximate analysis. Excellent outcomes for hair development were observed in the formulation made using the boiling method for preparing oils. In order to achieve this goal, the current study will prepare herbal hair oil using substances such as Amlawhich is known as Jatamansi or hibiscus Bhringraj Raw garlic includes methi, mimosa pudica handspringing, papaya leaves, curry-leaf Moringa, guava leaves, and muskmelon seeds.. Based on the aforementioned findings, a combination of unrefined medications was made by boiling and then formed into herbal hair oil. Using various herbal drugs, we have created five different formulas, all of which exhibit anti-hair fall properties along with additional beneficial effects like reducing hair pigmentation, improving the flow of blood to the forehead and roots, reducing dandruff, and reducing hair whitening.
KEYWORDS: Herbs, Hair oil, Formulation preparation, Evaluation.
INTRODUCTION:
Hair is essential to human existence1. The traditional method used in India is to produce hair oils and different stimulants that promote hair growth. Indian women prioritize hair care in their self-care practices because their hair is known to be long, shiny, and healthy1. The importance of lubricating the scalp and hair to maintain hair health and stop hair loss is explained in Charka Samhita (The Complete Edition of Ayurvedic Medicine). Doing it was recommended to oil the hair daily with suitable herbs filled with other ingredients, and this practice continues to this day2.
Formulated with hair oil to care for dandruff, hair loss, and split ends. Hair oil formulations mainly cool the scalp and aim for luxurious hair growth for both men and women.
Almond oil, castor oil and onion oil are mixed with suitable herbal medicines and applied to the scalp. Among these oils, coconut oil is the most valuable oil base because it penetrates hair strands better than others and is economical compared to other oils. Herbal cosmetics are widely used because they have few side effects and the ingredients, they use are easy to obtain3. Today, hair care cosmetics are more herbal than synthetic ones, and are well known. In recent years, hair oils are often used as part of hair care because they are effective in solving hair problems. Hair oils are formulated with both synthetic and natural ingredients4. Synthetic hair oils are hair care products made with chemicals or man-made substances. They are used to add shine and great conditioning, and also help reduce frizz.
In addition to moisturizing the scalp and stimulating hair growth, hair oil strengthens hair. It also provides vital minerals and nutrients to the scalp. This prevents external damage and strengthens the hair. The main purpose of oiling is to condition the scalp. Oil massage also stimulates hair follicles and enhances scalp blood circulation to encourage hair growth. Herbal formulations consist only of natural sources derived from plants5. natural hair oils, including traditional hair oils such as coconut, castor, and almond oils. can. Therefore, it plays an important role globally. Hair oiling is a method of pouring oil into the hair and massaging it into the scalp to increase moisture, shine, shine, and blood circulation.
Fig. No. 1:
The main parts of the hair are the bulb (the basal bulge that emerges from the dermis), the root (The hair under the skin's surface), and the stem (the hair above the surface of the skin). Hair growth has cyclical stages and is classified as follows6:
Growth (growth), regression (regression), telogen (rest). The growing season can be as short as 2 to 6 years. The regression period is 2-3 weeks. The resting phase lasts 2-3 months. Botanical hair oil reverses dry hair and scalp in addition to moisturizing the area. It offers a variety of vital nutrients required to support healthy hair growth and preserve the sebaceous glands' regular function. growth7. The plant parts used are rich in flavonoids, polyphenols, saponins, tannins, vitamins, proteins and minerals, ricinolein acid and more. These ingredients help hair grow and provide many benefits to hair. Botanical hair oil strengthens hair and improves texture. In addition, the scalp is supplied with more moisture, which helps to get rid of dandruff. It soothes the hair and gives it a perfect shine. Applying oil to your hair increases blood flow to your scalp and helps repair damaged hair. Applying oil to your hair regularly also reduces swelling and dryness. It also helps protect hair follicles from surfactants by bridging the spaces between cuticle cells, promoting the health of the scalp. Massaging the scalp with oil can exfoliate and sometimes even help reduce hair loss. hair oil formulas have key qualities used in order to preserve the sebaceous glands' regular operation and encourage hair growth naturally, providing a variety of essential nutrients. It improves not only the health system, but also personal hygiene8. In formulations, the use of bioactive ingredients has a profound impact on how the body functions and also provides the nutrients necessary to maintain healthy, attractive hair. Since it is formulated from herbal ingredients, it has no or relatively few side effects. It provides numerous essential nutrients required to encourage the growth of natural hair and preserve the sebaceous glands' regular function. Natural goodness of hair, Relaxing massage for healthyscalp9.
Fights against hair fall
Control frizzy hair.
To promote hair growth.
To discuss the uses and benefits of distinct components that go into making hair oils. To identify the good combination of herbs which will give maximumeffect10.
MATERIAL AND METHOD:
Amla:
For thousands of years, Ayurvedic remedies have included the usage of the fruit amla. Embolic officinalis, a fruit tree that grows all throughout India, is synonymous with Amla, also known as Amlaki in Sanskrit. The literal meaning of Amla is "sour." The Amla fruit has a sour taste that is similar to that of a gooseberry. Amla is known to increase energy, support reproductive health, maintain good cholesterol levels, and enhance the respiratory system11. It also has a strong influence on the body's regulatory systems. It functions as a tonic for the intellect and sense organs in addition to the physical body.
Fig. No. 2: Amla
Nirgundi:
In ancient medical systems like Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha, nirgundi is already used clinically for the management12.
Fig. no. 3: Nirgundi
Brahmi promotes hair development in regions where hair has decreased or thinned, which helps correct temporary baldness13. It also helps reduce hair loss by treating dandruff and reduces inflammation. Its regular use provides a calm and soothing experience.
Fig. No. 5: Brahmi
Some claim that aloe vera promotes hair development, although there is no scientific evidence to support this claim16. However, experts suggest that aloenin, an organic molecule contained in the plant, is a main factor in stimulating hair growth, as seen in persons with alopecia.
Almond oil:
Rosaceae family. Name in science: Prunus dulcis. Almond tree dried kernels were the parts used. Oleic acid, linolic acid, and palmitic acid are the active ingredients.
The steps involved in making hair oil:
Weigh every herb and leaf powder, both fresh and dried, precisely. Combine castor, neem, and coconut oils thoroughly. Following that mixing, stir in the amla extract, almond oil, and onion oil. Set aside overnight. Curry leaves, garlic, and neem extract are then added. Boil until the curry leaves turn a dark brown color. Following the color shift, muslin cloth was used to filter the entire mixture. The oil was then put in an amber-colored bottle after a tiny amount of coloring and flavoring agent had been added18.
|
Sr. No. |
Ingredients |
Quantity |
|
1 |
Amla |
5gm |
|
2 |
Almond oil |
10ml |
|
3 |
Neem |
3gm |
|
4 |
Coconut oil |
15ml |
|
5 |
Til oil |
10ml |
|
6 |
Hibiscus |
3gm |
|
7 |
Onion oil |
10ml |
|
8 |
Nirgundi |
4gm |
|
9 |
Caster oil |
20ml |
Table: 1 enumerates the different components that are utilized in herbal oil compositions. Every type of herb, both fresh and dried, including Amla, Nirgundi, Bringaraj, Jatamansi, Neem, Gammbhari, Aprajita, Shankpusphi, Brahmi, Kapur, and Pudina, is combined to construct a perfect blend using 63% oil. I let the aforementioned ingredients simmer for fifteen minutes. Pass through a fabric made of muslin strainer. The filtrate was adjusted to a 100mL volume by adding coconut oil. Lastly, we poured the oil into an amber jar and added a tiny bit of coloring and flavoring.
Table 1: Components that go into making herbal hair oil:
|
S. No. |
Ingredients |
Quantity (%) |
|
1 |
Amla |
85 |
|
2 |
Nirgundi |
2 |
|
3 |
Almond oil |
10 |
|
4 |
Coconut oil |
3 |
|
5 |
Onion oil |
2 |
|
6 |
Til oil |
2.5 |
|
7 |
Brahmi |
7 |
Evaluation of herbal hair oil:
Physical and biological testing was done on the prepared herbal hair oil.
Specific Gravity:
Rinse the vial of specific gravity with distilled water. After 15 minutes of oven drying, chill it, put a cap on it, and weigh it (a). Now, add the sample to the identical container of specific gravity, screw on the cap, and weigh it once more (b). Subtract the weight (b-a) to find the sample's weight per millilitre19.
Viscosity:
Flow the viscous Ostwald's viscometer 11 was used to calculate the viscosity index, which measures a liquid's resistance to flow20. The higher a liquid's viscosity, the greater its resistance to flow.
pH:
The herbal hair oil's pH was measured with a pH meter21.
Acid value:
KOH pellets weighing 0.56g were dissolved in 100 millilitres of pure water, and constantly agitated to prepare a 0.1molar solution22. The burette was filled with the ready-made 0.1molar KOH solution. Sample preparation: 10millilitres of oil were measured, dissolved in 25milliliters of ethanol and 25 millilitres of ether, and then sacked.23 After adding 1 millilitre of phenolphthalein solution, 0.1 millilitre of KOH solution was utilized for titration.12 to 15.
Saponification Value
Weigh one milliliter of oil precisely into a 250-milliliter conical flask, then add ten milliliters of the 2:1 ethanol to ether mixture24. 25 milliliters of 0.5 N alcoholic KOH were added to this flask. After keeping the flask for 30 minutes, it cooled16–18. Phenolphthalein was used as an indicator while titrating the cooled solution against 0.5 N HCl. In a similar vein, no oil (sample) was used for the blank titration.25 The KOH usage was determined in milligrams (19–20).
CONCLUSION:
Botanicalhair oil for health, beauty, and body care. Herbal oil is among the most popular hair treatments.26 Your hair will benefit greatly from the usage of many botanicals, each of which has a unique effect when combined. When combined, the herbal extracts and ingredients used for the hair oil formulation are said to provide health-improving qualities that include hair growth, relaxation, anti-dandruff, hair thickening, and control over hair loss27. It works in concert to encourage the growth of shiny hair.28 It has been determined that using this formulation on people is safe. Similar outcomes are shown by the values for the evaluation parameters in our formulations. so the standard values are for maintaining good hair growth that protects against greying, blackening, dandruff and leads to shiny hair Guess. The formulated hair oil not only darkens gray hair, but also helps maintain good hair growth by protecting against dandruff, reducing stress, etc. Maintaining normal functioning of the sebaceous glands.29 It provides a range of essential nutrients needed for hair growth and promotes natural hair growth30.
Sensory properties (colour, odour, Viscosity, specific gravity, acid value, sensitivity, sedimentation, and stability tests. In conclusion, we can say that the herbal hair oil formula is of considerable quality31.
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Received on 18.12.2023 Modified on 23.01.2024
Accepted on 13.02.2024 ©A&V Publications All right reserved
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DOI: 10.52711/0975-4385.2024.00027