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@article{188149,
        author = {Mr. Roshan B. Jadhav and Ms. Rajeshwari Thokal},
        title = {Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Toothpaste},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {467-475},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=188149},
        abstract = {The growing awareness of the adverse effects associated with synthetic oral-care ingredients has intensified global interest in herbal toothpaste formulations as safe, holistic, and environmentally friendly alternatives. Herbal toothpaste incorporates plant-derived bioactive components that exhibit antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, astringent, and whitening properties beneficial for maintaining optimal oral hygiene. This review comprehensively discusses the formulation aspects, therapeutic potential, and evaluation parameters of herbal toothpaste, emphasizing the importance of natural ingredients such as neem, clove, peppermint, tulsi, aloe vera, licorice, miswak, and turmeric. Key formulation components—abrasives, humectants, binders, sweeteners, surfactants, preservatives, and flavoring agents—are examined in relation to their herbal substitutes and functional contributions to product stability and efficacy. 
The article also explores the scientific rationale behind the incorporation of various herbal extracts, highlighting their phytochemical constituents responsible for antibacterial action against common oral pathogens such as Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacillus spp., and Porphyromonas gingivalis. Evaluation techniques crucial for determining product quality—pH, spreadability, foamability, abrasiveness, viscosity, stability studies, microbial load analysis, and organoleptic characteristics—are systematically discussed in accordance with standardized guidelines. Comparative insights between conventional and herbal toothpaste formulations are provided to establish the advantages of plant-based oral care, including reduced toxicity, biocompatibility, availability, and cost-effectiveness. Overall, this review underscores the potential of herbal toothpaste as a promising and sustainable approach in preventive dentistry. The integration of traditional herbal knowledge with modern formulation strategies can lead to innovative, effective, and consumer-friendly oral-care products. Further research and clinical validation are recommended to optimize formulations and strengthen their therapeutic claims for global acceptance.},
        keywords = {Herbal toothpaste, oral hygiene, natural ingredients, phytochemicals, antimicrobial activity, formulation, evaluation parameters, neem, clove, peppermint.},
        month = {December},
        }