International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology
Volume 15, Issue 1

Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Antidandruff Scalp Serum Incorporating Oils of Lemongrass, Eucalyptus and Indian Gooseberry 

Marhaba Rashid Mohammed1, Shalini Kumari1*, Ankita Singh2, Anjali Kumari2, Hemant Kumar Singh2

1Uttaranchal Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun-248007, Uttarakhand, India

2Bihar college of Pharmacy, Bihar University of Health Sciences, Patna, Bihar-800002, India

Received: 16th Oct, 2024; Revised: 16th Feb, 2025; Accepted: 26th Feb, 2025; Available Online: 25th Mar, 2025 

ABSTRACT

Background- Dandruff is a common scalp condition caused by an imbalance in the scalp microflora leading to the overgrowth of Malassezia fungi. Although not a serious medical condition, it does cause considerable discomfort and embarrassment to those affected. Despite the availability of synthetic treatment options, India's diverse botanical heritage offers to provide hopeful alternatives based on traditional medicine practices. Some of the plants that have been tested to show efficacy in inhibiting Malassezia populations include lemongrass, eucalyptus and Indian gooseberry (amla). Utilizing the advantages of modern topical cosmetic serums, which are recognized for increasing consumer acceptance and longer contact time with treatment surface, a new formulation was created for dandruff therapy.

Objective: Utilizing the advantages of modern topical cosmetic serums, which are recognized for increasing consumer acceptance and longer contact time with treatment surface, a new formulation was created for dandruff therapy. So, the aim of the present study is to formulate an antidandruff scalp serum of three herbal drugs. The serum incorporates the oils of lemongrass, eucalyptus and amla, blending them into an o/w type emulsion which is simple to use and easy to apply, and safe.

Methods:To prepare the serum emulsion, we have combined all active essential oils together with a carrier oil and Vitamin E, then we added it to the aqeous base of water and glycerin. Emulsifying agents and other necessary excipients were also added as per the requirement. The product was then evaluated for its quality.

Results: The resultant product showed good rheological properties and was well formulated. User satisfaction is a factor that is satisfied.

Conclusion: The new method offers a safe, efficient herbal solution for dandruff, while also providing nourishment for the scalp and tackling inflammation.

Keywords: Malassezia, Antidandruff, Lemongrass, Eucalyptus, Amla, Serum, nourishment, Dandruff

How to cite this article: Marhaba Rashid Mohammed, Shalini Kumari, Ankita Singh, Anjali Kumari, Hemant Kumar Singh. Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Antidandruff Scalp Serum Incorporating Oils of Lemongrass, Eucalyptus and Indian Gooseberry. International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology. 2025;15(1):106-11. doi: 10.25258/ijddt.15.1.14

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