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@article{188150,
        author = {Divya Pralhad Dhumal and Assistant Professor. Pooja Tejrao Bhosale},
        title = {An Overview of Natural Ingredients for Face Cream},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {450-458},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=188150},
        abstract = {The growing demand for safe, effective, and environmentally sustainable skincare products has led to a remarkable shift toward natural ingredients in cosmetic formulations. Face creams, being one of the most widely used skincare products, have experienced extensive innovation through the integration of botanicals, plant extracts, essential oils, and bioactive phytochemicals. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the natural ingredients commonly incorporated in modern face cream formulations, emphasizing their functional roles, mechanisms of action, and scientific relevance. Key natural components such as aloe vera, turmeric, neem, green tea, rose, cucumber, and jojoba oil offer diverse therapeutic benefits, including moisturization, antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory effects, antimicrobial properties, and enhanced skin barrier protection. The article further discusses emerging natural additives such as hyaluronic acid from plant sources, plant-derived ceramides, and fruit-based enzymes that support skin rejuvenation and anti-aging effects. Additionally, this review highlights the technological considerations involved in formulating natural face creams, including ingredient compatibility, stability challenges, pH sensitivity, and the role of natural emulsifiers, preservatives, and humectants. The increasing consumer preference for clean-label cosmetics has also encouraged the use of eco-friendly extraction methods and sustainable sourcing practices. Evidence from previously published studies demonstrates that natural ingredients not only improve formulation performance but also minimize allergic responses and long-term toxicity. However, factors such as variability in raw material quality, lack of standardization, and limited shelf stability pose challenges to large-scale development. Overall, this review aims to present a detailed understanding of natural ingredients and their significance in the formulation and development of face creams, while also identifying research gaps and future opportunities for enhancing the efficacy, stability, and consumer acceptance of natural cosmetic products},
        keywords = {Natural ingredients; Face cream formulation; Herbal cosmetics; Phytochemicals; Moisturizers; Antioxidants; Plant extracts.},
        month = {December},
        }