Development and Characterization of Herbal Emulgel Containing Piper Betle Leaf Extract with In Vivo Studies
July 2026
in “
International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology
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TLDR The herbal emulgel with Piper betle leaf extract promotes hair growth and is safe for skin use.
The study developed and evaluated a herbal emulgel containing Piper betle leaf extract for topical use, focusing on its physicochemical properties and in vivo performance using albino mice. The emulgel demonstrated satisfactory stability, non-irritant properties, and enhanced drug release. Notably, it showed significant hair growth-promoting activity compared to the control group, indicating its potential as a topical formulation for dermatological and hair growth applications.