Formulation and Evaluation of Multipurpose Cosmetic Cream

Abstract

Cosmetic Creams are the preparation used to enhance the human appearance. The main Aim of our work was to develop a Cosmetic cream which can give multipurpose effect like moisturizer, Anti-aging, and Antioxidants, herbal ingredients in our preparations is Green Tea. All the products were found to be stable with no sign of phase separation and no change in color. The cream was prepared by using the cream base that is Bees wax, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Methyl paraben, Vitamin-E, With Oils like Argon oil, Jojoba oil, Almond oil, Olive oil, Grape Seed oil. We have developed three batches of our herbal cream, namely F1, F2, and F3. All three batches were evaluated for different parameters like appearance, pH, viscosity, washability, spreadability, Rancidity, Extrudability, All the three formulations F1, F2 and F3 showed good appearance, pH, viscosity, washability, spreadability and Rancidity, Extrudability was observed. All the three formulations were stable at room temperature. Green tea (Camellia sinensis) It is used in cosmetic preparation can protect the skin from UV damage and aging of the skin. Catechin compounds contained in green tea are polyphenol substances. The polyphenols are secondary metabolite of plants and are generally involved in defense against UV radiations, also in protecting skin.