ABSTRACT:
This research focused on the formulation, evaluation, and stability of herbal face creams incorporating flower extracts of Clitoria ternatea, Quisqualis indica, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, and Ixora coccinea. The creams were formulated as oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions, exhibiting good miscibility with water and a non-greasy texture, making them suitable for cosmetic applications. The antioxidant potential was measured using DPPH radical scavenging assay, with C. ternatea extract exhibiting the highest activity. The anti-ageing effects of the flower extracts and creams were evaluated using in vitro sun protection factor (SPF) testing, along with assessments of their ability to inhibit the enzymes collagenase and elastase. The creams, in addition to exhibiting antioxidant and anti-ageing potential, demonstrated favourable physicochemical properties, including stable pH values (5.03–5.50), high spreadability (3.9–6cm), and no phase separation during accelerated stability testing at 75% RH and 40°C for 60 days. No notable differences in colour, texture, or smell were observed during the stability studies, indicating the robustness of the formulations. The study confirmed that the face creams not only deliver strong antioxidant effects but also maintain desirable cosmetic properties, such as smooth texture, easy spreadability, and excellent washability. These findings highlight the potential of these formulations as effective, natural alternatives in the skincare market, catering to consumers seeking biologically derived, safe, and stable products with anti-ageing and antioxidant benefits.
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Uma C, Jeyaramraja P R. Development, Stability Analysis and Evaluation of Herbal Face Creams Enriched with Flower Extracts for Antioxidant and Anti-Ageing Potential. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(6):2751-9. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00393
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Uma C, Jeyaramraja P R. Development, Stability Analysis and Evaluation of Herbal Face Creams Enriched with Flower Extracts for Antioxidant and Anti-Ageing Potential. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(6):2751-9. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00393 Available on: https://www.rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-19-6-50
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