Hair Tonic Formulation Containing Ethyl Acetate Fraction of Sweet Potato (Ipomoea Batatas (L.) Lamk) Leaves and In Vitro Anti-Dandruff Activity Test Against Malassezia Furfur

The study formulated a hair tonic using the ethyl acetate fraction of sweet potato leaves, demonstrating strong antidandruff activity against Malassezia furfur, comparable to 2% ketoconazole. The optimal formula included 13.4% ethanol, 13.7% propylene glycol, and 2.9% tween 80, with a desirability value of 0.881. The research highlights the potential of sweet potato leaves, rich in secondary metabolites, for hair care applications, particularly in combating dandruff. Additionally, the study found that the ethyl acetate and aqueous fractions exhibited strong antifungal activity, suggesting these extracts could be developed into plant-based treatments for hair loss and dandruff. Further investigation is needed to fully understand and develop these formulations.