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@article{170829,
        author = {Naitik Narendra Nawkhare and Premanand Atmaram Nighojkar and Omkar Prakash Neharkar and Kusum Gopichand Pawar and Vaishnavi Arjun Kute},
        title = {Marigold in Herbal Handwash Formulations: A Comprehensive Review},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2024},
        volume = {11},
        number = {7},
        pages = {2400-2411},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=170829},
        abstract = {The study aimed to create a herbal handwash using extracts from plants like Marigold, Neem, and Tulsi, which have antimicrobial properties. Traditional healers have used plants to treat or prevent infectious diseases, and secondary metabolites found in plants have been shown to possess antibacterial qualities. The polyherbal hand wash was found to be light green in color, non-greasy, smooth in texture, and easily washable with a good pH close to normal skin PH range. During the first few days of use, no skin discomfort was seen, indicating that the polyherbal hand wash has demonstrated cleaning properties without causing skin irritation and is simple to use, reducing the possibility of adverse effects. 
The study also investigated the skin-nourishing and antibacterial properties of Marigold, Neem, and Tulsi in a herbal hand wash formulation. The combination of Marigold, neem, and Tulsi extracts showed strong antibacterial activity against various diseases, making it a useful tool for hand hygiene. By adding these organic components, the skin was nourished and hydrated, providing advantages beyond mere washing.
 The study underlined the importance of herbal hand washes for promoting hand cleanliness while lowering the risk of synthetic chemicals included in traditional solutions. Overall, the outcome showed the importance of including Marigold, Neem, and Tulsi in hand wash formulas to offer a healthy, safe, and efficient alternative for preserving personal hygiene.},
        keywords = {Marigold, Tulsi, Neem, Antimicrobial Properties, Polyherbal Handwash},
        month = {December},
        }