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@article{196406,
        author = {Amrute Bhavesh B and Bedmutha Samiksha S and Bhandari Surabhi A and Bhavar Shubham B. and Bhoi Priyanka P. and Bora Sankalp S and Upasani Chandrashekhar D},
        title = {Design, Formulation and Evaluation of a Polyherbal Hair Serum with Enhanced Hair Care Properties},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {2839-2845},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=196406},
        abstract = {The main aim of the present work is to formulate and evaluate a herbal hair serum using natural plant-based oils for cosmetic and therapeutic hair care. Hair loss, dandruff, premature greying, and scalp disorders have become increasingly prevalent due to environmental pollution, nutritional deficiencies, and excessive use of chemical-based hair care products. Herbal formulations offer a safer, gentler, and more sustainable alternative. According to Grand View Research, the global cosmetics market was valued at USD 262.21 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% through 2030, reflecting the rising demand for natural cosmetic products. The herbal hair serum was developed using a blend of eight phytochemically rich oils: Cocos nucifera (Coconut oil), Prunus dulcis (Almond oil), Phyllanthus emblica (Amla oil), Azadirachta indica (Neem oil), Aloe barbadensis (Aloe vera oil), Salvia rosmarinus (Rosemary oil), Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender oil), and Tocopherol (Vitamin E) oil. Three batches (B1, B2, B3) were prepared and evaluated for physical appearance, pH, viscosity, homogeneity, spreadability, stability, and irritation. The optimized formulation (Batch 3) was found to be clear, stable, non-irritant with a pale yellow to greenish colour, pleasant aromatic odour, and a pH of ~5.5. The serum demonstrated excellent scalp compatibility, reduced dandruff, strengthened hair roots, and promoted hair growth. This study validates the potential of herbal oil blends as effective, safe, and commercially viable hair care formulations.},
        keywords = {Hair serum, herbal cosmetics, Cocos nucifera, Phyllanthus emblica, Azadirachta indica, Aloe barbadensis, Salvia rosmarinus, hair loss, alopecia, dandruff, phytochemistry, topical formulation, scalp health, antioxidant, antimicrobial, physicochemical evaluation.},
        month = {April},
        }