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@article{204014,
        author = {Miss. Kanchan M. Rathod and Diksha  Narwade},
        title = {Formulation And Evaluation of Herbal Mouthwash Using Mimosa Pudica and Gelatin as a Tannin-Reducing Agent},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {1},
        pages = {672-680},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=204014},
        abstract = {Herbal mouthwash formulations are gaining importance due to their safety, efficacy, and reduced side effects compared to synthetic oral care products. The present study focuses on the formulation and evaluation of herbal mouthwash using Mimosa pudica along with Neem and Tulsi extracts for oral hygiene applications. Gelatin was used as a tannin reducing agent to minimize the undesirable effects caused by tannins present in herbal extracts.
Four formulations (F1–F4) were prepared using varying concentrations of herbal ingredients, essential oils, sweetening agents, aloe vera gel, glycerin, and gelatin. The prepared formulations were evaluated for physical appearance, pH, viscosity, stability, antimicrobial activity, foamability, and organoleptic properties. The results indicated that the formulations possessed acceptable physical characteristics and antimicrobial activity against oral pathogens. Among the formulations, F3 showed better stability, pleasant taste, and enhanced antimicrobial activity. The use of gelatin effectively reduced the astringent effect of tannins and improved the overall acceptability of the mouthwash.
The study concludes that the formulated herbal mouthwash can be used as a natural, safe, and effective oral hygiene product.},
        keywords = {Herbal mouthwash, Mimosa pudica, Gelatin, Tannin reducing agent, Neem, Tulsi, Oral hygiene.},
        month = {June},
        }