Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Shampoo

The document discusses the formulation and evaluation of a polyherbal shampoo made from plant-based ingredients like custard apple leaves, Retha, shikakai, aloe vera, hibiscus, and neem. This herbal shampoo is highlighted as a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic shampoos, effectively cleansing the scalp, removing excess oil, reducing dandruff, and promoting healthy hair growth. The shampoo's pH level of 5.5 to 7.0 makes it suitable for application, and its ingredients, particularly custard apple leaves and aloe vera, are noted for their therapeutic properties, including antioxidant, anti-dandruff, moisturizing, soothing, and anti-inflammatory effects. The review emphasizes the growing consumer preference for natural products and the potential of this herbal shampoo as a natural substitute for conventional chemical-based shampoos.