Optimization and Performance Assessment of Herbal Hair Coloring Agent Using Barleria Prionitis
May 2026
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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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Barleria prionitis polyherbal hair dye henna hibiscus flower amla fruit beetroot antioxidant benefits hair conditioning natural plant materials organoleptic properties physicochemical properties safety properties dyeing properties stability properties pharmacopoeial standards herbal hair dye natural hair dye chemical dyes alternative
TLDR The herbal hair dye with Barleria prionitis is a safe, effective, and natural alternative to chemical dyes.
The study focuses on developing and assessing a herbal hair dye using natural plant materials, particularly Barleria prionitis flower, known for its traditional use in darkening and strengthening hair. The formulated dye, which includes henna, hibiscus flower, amla fruit, beetroot, and Barleria prionitis flower powder, underwent various tests for organoleptic, physicochemical, safety, dyeing, and stability properties. Results showed that the addition of Barleria prionitis enhanced color intensity, uniformity, and hair conditioning compared to formulations without it. The study concludes that this herbal hair dye is a safe, effective, and natural alternative to chemical dyes, meeting pharmacopoeial standards.