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@article{179673,
        author = {Vaishnavi Karjkhede and Vaibhav Hagalgunde and Mahesh Dodtale and Shardul Bugadi},
        title = {Innovative Herbal Gel Formulation Using Achyranthes aspera for Enhanced Skin Healing},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {12},
        pages = {8544-8547},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=179673},
        abstract = {This study focuses on the formulation and evaluation of an herbal hydrogel incorporating Achyranthes aspera extract, a plant known for its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties. The gel was prepared using Carbopol 940 as a gelling agent and evaluated for its physical and chemical properties, including viscosity, pH, spreadability, and stability. Phytoconstituent analysis confirmed the presence of bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and saponins. The formulated gel demonstrated optimal viscosity (8,000 cP), pH (5.5–6.5), and spreadability (9.12 g·cm/s). Comparative studies highlighted its effectiveness in promoting wound healing and skin compatibility, outperforming standard synthetic formulations. The inclusion of Achyranthes aspera makes this formulation a promising alternative for natural and effective topical applications.},
        keywords = {Achyranthes aspera, Herbal Hydrogel, Wound Healing, Antioxidant Activity, Phytoconstituents, Natural Formulations.},
        month = {May},
        }