A Review of a Hair-Care Formulation for Hair Health

    Monali G. Chaudhari, Tejaswini G Malge, Darshana Shirbhate, Vrushali Potdar
    TLDR Combining natural extracts with modern science creates effective and safe hair-care products.
    The review discusses the importance of hair care in cosmetic science, focusing on the structure and physiology of hair and the factors that cause damage, such as chemical treatments and environmental stress. It emphasizes the role of cosmetic products like shampoos, conditioners, and dyes in maintaining hair health, highlighting the benefits of herbal ingredients like Amla, Shikakai, Henna, Hibiscus, and flaxseed for their conditioning, coloring, antifungal, and strengthening properties. The review also covers modern advancements, including silicone-based ingredients, which enhance manageability, shine, and protection against damage. Evaluation parameters such as foam stability, detergency, and microbiological safety are crucial for assessing product performance. The integration of natural extracts with modern cosmetic science is presented as a promising approach to developing safe, effective, and consumer-friendly hair-care formulations.
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