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@article{201576,
        author = {Mujeeb Muhamadhusen Shaikh and Devangshi Prakash Anthony},
        title = {PREPARATION & EVALUATION OF HAIR GROWTH AND ANTI-DANDRUFF SHAMPOO},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {7545-7553},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201576},
        abstract = {The shift toward "green" cosmetics has intensified the search for botanical alternatives to synthetic surfactants like SLS. This research focuses on the formulation and pharmaceutical evaluation of a poly-herbal shampoo utilizing Karanja oil (*Pongamia pinnata*) and Soap Nut (*Sapindus mukorossi*). Karanja oil, rich in furanoflavonoids (karanjin and pongamol), provides targeted antifungal activity against *Malassezia furfur*. Reetha extract provides natural triterpenoid saponins for gentle cleansing. Results indicated a stable formulation with a pH of 6.5, viscosity of 2997 cP, and a stable foam volume of 50 ml, validating the bridge between traditional Ayurvedic knowledge and modern pharmaceutical standards.},
        keywords = {},
        month = {May},
        }