A simple formulation of lip balm using carrot extract as a natural coloring agent

Abstract

This study aims to determine the optimum combination of cera alba formulations in the manufacture of lip balm using carrot extracts as natural dyes corresponding to the SNI. The physical properties determined on the basis moisturizing lip wax. The method used is Research and Development. The study begins by macerating botanicals carrots with solvent n-hexane and concentrated by rotary evaporator. Furthermore, the manufacture of lip balms with various additions cera alba concentration which are 9%, 12.9%, and 16.4% and carrot extract concentration are 0.009%, 0.172% and 0.24%. To test the stability of lip balms, homogenity and organoleptic tests were carried out for 20 days at room temperature storage by observing changes in color, smell, and texture, pH test, rub test, and irritation test. The formulated lip balm is expected to be an alternative to be used as a moisturizer that is environmentally friendly and has minimal side effects compared to lipbalm currently on the market.