Fuller's Earth Research Articles

Modification of polyurethane foams with zinc sulfide nanoparticles and their novel composites with multani mitti and charcoal for oil spill cleanup.

With the rapid growth of the automobile industry, the excessive number of industrial pollutants, particularly oil spills, has become a huge threat to the natural environment. Therefore, an environmentally benign and sustainable solution is required for an effective oil spill cleanup. To enhance the sorption capacity of pristine polyurethane (PU) foam used in oil spill cleanup, ZnS nanoparticles were deposited on PU foam via a coprecipitation approach. Additionally, the effect of Fuller's earth, locally known as Multani Mitti (MM), and charcoal (CC) on the sorption properties of the PU foam were investigated and compared. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) was used as a binder during the modification procedure. The morphology, chemical composition, and thermal stability of ZnS/MM/PVA- and ZnS/CC/PVA-modified PU sorbents were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and X-ray photon spectroscopy (XPS). The modified PU foam exhibited outstanding properties including a high sorption capacity, high selectivity to different types of used oils such as vegetable oil, hydraulic oil, lube oil, and gear oil, and superior reusability in comparison to pristine PU foam. ZnS/CC/PVA has a sorption capacity of 16.78 g g-1 while ZnS/MM/PVA exhibited a sorption capacity of 16 g g-1. In addition, after 10 cycles of oil sorption-squeezing experiments, the oil sorption capacity remained unchanged, and the absorbed used oil could be removed and collected by an easy squeezing procedure prior to reuse. This work reveals that the ZnS/CC/PVA- and ZnS/MM/PVA-modified PU foams have a promising potential for oil spill removal and environmental protection.

Nitrate removal from aqueous solution using fuller’s earth and modified fuller’s earth

ABSTRACT Water, a vital resource for ecosystems and human populations, is facing increasing nitrate contamination due to agricultural runoff, industrial discharge and improper waste disposal. The present study focuses on the efficacy of nitrate removal through adsorption using fuller’s earth (FE) and modified fuller’s earth (acid-treated) (MFE) as adsorbents. The impact of initial pH (2.0–7.0), contact time (5–240 min), adsorbent dosage (1–30 g/L), initial nitrate concentration (50–250 mg/L) and temperature (30–50°C) on nitrate removal using fuller’s earth were studied. The maximum nitrate removal was observed at pH 2.0, and equilibrium was reached in 120 min at 30℃. The Freundlich isotherm best fit the equilibrium data. The maximum nitrate uptake of fuller’s earth and modified fuller’s earth were 84.75 mg/g and 85.47 mg/g, respectively. Nitrate removal by FE and MFE followed a second-order kinetic equation. Thermodynamic studies showed spontaneity and the exothermic nature of the nitrate adsorption process. ∆H° values were −44.96 and −42.63 kJmol−1 for FE and MFE and ΔS° was −85.11 and −74.52 Jk−1mol−1 for FE and MFE, respectively. FE, known for its exceptional adsorption capacity owing to its porous structure and high ion-exchange capacity, has demonstrated a remarkable affinity for nitrate ions in batch studies.

Viability and life cycle assessment of Fuller's Earth as a low-cost adsorbent for zinc removal from aqueous solutions: Operating parameters, removal mechanisms and environmental impacts

Zinc is a heavy metal that has several health risks and must be removed from wastewater effluents before discharge to water bodies or reuse. Fuller's earth is a sedimentary clay and characterized by its low cost and availability. In this research, Fuller's earth (FE) was investigated as an adsorbent for the Zinc (Zn) removal from aqueous solutions to understand its performance, the mechanism of removal, and the potential environmental impacts. Life cycle assessment (LCA) was conducted using ReCiPe 2016 midpoint method. Zn adsorption studies on FE were conducted at various pH (2.5–9), temperatures (10°C, 25°C, and 40°C), initial concentrations of Zn (25, - 150 mg/L) and adsorbent doses of (0.25–4 g/ 50 ml). The Zn removal efficiency reached 99% at pH = 9 at an initial Zn concentration = 100 mg/L and the adsorbent dose = 0.25 g/ 50 ml. The experimental data fit into the Temkin isotherm, while kinetics were best expressed by pseudo-second order. The controlling step of the adsorption process was the film diffusion according to Boyd model. Thermodynamic experiments showed that adsorption is endothermic with an accompanying rise in randomness in the system. The adsorption capacity was 3.56 mg/g. Images by SEM confirmed the occurrence of adsorption. The desorption was successful at different concentrations of HCl. LCA results showed that the maximum negative and positive environmental impacts were associated with mineral resource scarcity (7.5*10–5 kg Cu eq) and human non-carcinogenic toxicity (−0.821 kg 1,4-DCB), respectively.

An innovative Fuller’s earth-based film-forming formulation for skin decontamination, through removal and entrapment of an organophosphorus compound, paraoxon-ethyl

Organophosphorus compounds (OPs), such as VX, pose a significant threat due to their neurotoxic and hazardous properties. Skin decontamination is essential to avoid irreversible effects. Fuller’s earth (FE), a phyllosilicate conventionally employed in powder form, has demonstrated decontamination capacity against OPs. The aim of this study was to develop a formulation that forms a film on the skin, with a significant OP removal capacity (>95 %) coupled with sequestration capabilities, favorable drying time and mechanical properties to allow for easy application and removal, particularly in emergency context. Various formulations were prepared using different concentrations of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), FE and surfactants. Their removal and sequestration capacity was tested using paraoxon-ethyl (POX), a chemical that simulates the behavior of VX. Formulations with removal capacity levels surpassing 95 % were mechanically characterized and cell viability assays were performed on Normal Human Dermal Fibroblast (NHDF). The four most promising formulations were used to assess decontamination efficacy on pig ear skin explants. These formulations showed decontamination levels ranging from 84.4 ± 4.7 % to 96.5 ± 1.3 %, which is equivalent to current decontamination methods. These results suggest that this technology could be a novel and effective tool for skin decontamination following exposure to OPs.

Treatment of food processing industries wastewaters using a new clay-based inorganic membrane: Performance evaluation and fouling analysis

BackgroundCeramic membranes are intensely extending their applicability in wastewater treatment due to their excellent resistance to corrosive environment, anti-fouling nature, and longer lifetime. To further widen the usage of ceramic membranes despite of their high cost, development of inexpensive ceramic membranes is highly anticipated. MethodA novel inexpensive Fuller's earth clay ceramic membrane's performance was evaluated in treating the wastewater obtained from two food processing industries, namely the dairy industry and palm oil industry, by varying the applied pressure from 0.35 – 2 bar. Furthermore, the fouling mechanism concerning the microfiltration of wastewater was identified with the help of Hermia's pore blocking models. Significant FindingsThe prepared novel Fuller's earth clay ceramic membrane significantly reduced COD content below the permissible discharge limit (< 200 mg/L) for dairy and palm oil industry wastewaters at a pressure of 0.35 bar. Notably, 98 – 99 % removal of turbidity and suspended solids was achieved. Also, the total phosphorus content was brought down below the permissible discharge limit of 5 mg/L. From fouling analysis, it was inferred that the cake filtration model appropriately fits the obtained experimental results, confirming the anti-fouling nature of the fabricated clay membrane in treating food process industries' wastewater.

Composition and oxidative stability of silflower (Silphium integrifolium) seed oil and its potential as a new source of squalene

AbstractSilphium integrifolium Michx. (silflower), a perennial plant, is of great interest as a potential new oilseed crop due to its long, strong, deep, extensive root systems, which can prevent erosion, capture dissolved nitrogen, and out‐compete weeds eliminating the need for frequent irrigation and herbicide uses. In this study, oil was extracted from unhulled silflower seeds, and its composition and oxidative stability were evaluated. The oil content in unhulled silflower seeds was 15.2% (wt/wt), and its fatty acid composition was similar to that of sunflower oil. The level of total polar compounds (TPC) in the oil was 12.3% (wt/wt), and the content of total phenolics was 1.12 mg gallic acid equivalent (GAE)/g oil. Noteworthily, 4.89% squalene was isolated from silflower oil indicating its potential application as an alternative source of squalene. Silflower oil had lower oxidative stability as indicated by the oxidative stability index (OSI) at 110°C and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), presumably due to its high level of chlorophyll (1002.8 mg/kg). Even after a typical refining process involving degumming, alkali refining, and bleaching with Fuller's earth, silflower oil contained 725.5 mg/kg chlorophyll, and its oxidative stability was not improved. Further treatments with bleaching agents including bentonite, sepiolite, and Tonsil® lowered the chlorophyll level to 4.2, 474.5, and 38.5 mg/kg, respectively, and some aspects of oxidative stability were improved and better than those of refined sunflower oil. This study presents the potential of silflower oil as new edible oil and a great plant source of squalene.

Alone and Combined Application of Press Mud Compost and Fuller Earth for Abating Pb and Cd and Enhance Sorghum Growth in Polluted Soils

The aim present work was to examined the alone and combined impact of press mud compost and fuller earth at 0.5 and 1 % dosage on immobilization of Pb and Cd in Sharafi Goth and Malir polluted soils and reduce their uptake by sorghum plant. The results revealed that sorghum dry biomass yield was observed by 41.47 and 58.8 % with press mud compost (PMC) 1 % + fuller earth (FE) 1 % in Sharafi Goth soil and in Malir polluted soils than control. The immobilization of Pb was observed by 88.0 and 93.52 % with PMC 1 % + FE 1 %, and Cd was immobilized by 90.36 with PMC 1 % + FE 1 % and 78.0 % with PMC 0.5 % + FE 0.5 % in Sharafi Goth and Malir polluted soils than control. The uptake of Pb and Cd in shoot and root by sorghum was reduced both soils with application additives. The studied amendments increased the soil chemical properties such as electrical conductivity (EC), pH, cation exchange capacity (CEC), organic matter (O.M) and CaCO3 than control soil. The results of redundancy analysis showed that soil O.M had positive correlation with plant dry biomass, whereas EC, pH, CEC, O.M and CaCO3 showed negative correlation with Pb and Cd in soil and Pb and Cd in plant soot and root biomass. The results of present study indicated that press mud compost alone and in combined form shown positive impact on plant growth, immobilize Pb and Cd in both soils and reduced their uptake by sorghum plant. Future long-term field experiments must be carried out in multi-metals polluted soils and cultivate different genotypes.

Extraction, separation and purification of fatty acid ethyl esters for biodiesel and DHA from Thraustochytrid biomass.

A novel approach for in situ transesterification, extraction, separation, and purification of fatty acid ethyl esters (FAEE) for biodiesel and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from Thraustochytrid biomass has been developed. The downstream processing of Thraustochytrids oil necessitates optimization, considering the higher content of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA). While two-step methods are commonly employed for extracting and transesterifying oil from oleaginous microbes, this may result in oxidation/epoxidation of omega-3 oil due to prolonged exposure to heat and oxygen. To address this issue, a rapid single-step method was devised for in situ transesterification of Thraustochytrid oil. Through further process optimization, a 50% reduction in solvent requirement was achieved without significantly impacting fatty acid recovery or composition. Scale-up studies in a 4L reactor demonstrated complete FAEE recovery (99.98% of total oil) from biomass, concurrently enhancing DHA yield from 16% to nearly 22%. The decolorization of FAEE oil with fuller's earth effectively removed impurities such as pigments, secondary metabolites, and waxes, resulting in a clear, shiny appearance. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analysis indicated that the eluted DHA was over 94.5% pure, as corroborated by GC-FID analysis.

Removal of imipramine hydrochloride with natural and recycled adsorbents from aqueous solutions: effect of surfactants on the adsorption characteristics of pharmaceutically active compounds

In this study, the adsorption properties of an amphiphilic cationic drug imipramine hydrochloride (IMP) on natural and recycled adsorbents, such as bentonite (BENT), Fuller’s earth (FE), and the eggshell (ES) in the aqueous medium has been aimed to report by means of absorption spectrophotometry. The adsorption of IMP has also been studied in the presence of cationic (dodecyl trimethylammonium bromide; DTAB) and anionic (sodium dodecyl sulfate; SDS) surfactants to clearly understand and identify the adsorption characteristics of IMP in different environments. Therefore, the association of IMP with surfactants has also been conducted using both absorption spectrophotometry and surface tension measurements to gain more information on the adsorption characteristics of IMP on BENT, FE, and ES. Micellar binding constants of IMP to SDS and DTAB micelles were calculated using the Benesi–Hildebrand Equation to ensure a more particular comparison of the effect of surfactants on the adsorption features of IMP. Additionally, the interfacial parameters Gibbs surface excess (Γ max) and the minimum area occupied by IMP (A min) were estimated in the case of DTAB and SDS. Langmuir, Freundlich, Dubinin-Radushkevich, and Temkin isotherm equations were applied to the adsorption of IMP on natural adsorbents. Depending on their structure, the presence of surfactants in the environment diminished or completely inhibited the adsorption of IMP on all-natural adsorbents studied with the exception of IMP adsorption on FE in the presence of SDS monomers in the medium where the adsorption quantity increased significantly.

Improving transformer oil decontamination: A synergistic approach integrating adsorption and radiative treatment for polychlorinated biphenyls

Addressing the challenge of removing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) from transformer fluids is crucial for environmental protection in the energy sector due to the widespread use of transformers in various industries. However, current methods lack efficiency in enabling fluid reuse, creating a significant research gap. In this study, we focus on the recycling of oils from power transformers contaminated with polychlorinated biphenyls while preserving the chemical and physical attributes of the original transformer oil. To this end, we employ a combination of UV–visible radiation exposure and an adsorption treatment using activated bauxite Fuller's earth (BFE) (containing 92% Al2O3). The effects on fluid remediation are systematically assessed using various analytical methods, including nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), breakdown voltage testing, acidity titration, and gas chromatography coupled with mass spectroscopy (GC/MS).The experiments in static mode showed that the concentration of PCBs was reduced to a value lower than 50 ppm after 8 h of irradiation while the formed chlorinated acid compounds can be removed using BFE sorbent.The results of our treatment demonstrated the performance of the combination of UV–visible radiation and the adsorptive treatment of transformer oils while improving their physicochemical characteristics.

Maximizing Efficiency and Affordability with Ceramic Membranes for Enzyme Immobilization

AbstractLow‐cost ceramic microfiltration membranes were explored for immobilizing lipases. Expensive commercial ceramics (e.g., alumina, zirconia) have advantages like chemical robustness, but high sintering temperatures limit their usability. To overcome this, researchers used Fuller's earth clay with rice husk ash to create cost‐effective membranes. However, fewer reactive sites on ceramic surfaces hinder enzyme immobilization. To address this, 3‐aminopropyltriethoxysilane and glutaraldehyde activated the membrane for covalent lipase binding. The immobilized membrane retained activity for over five 1‐h reaction cycles with a minimal performance decline of around 60 %. After five cycles, it retained over 40 % of the initial activity. These results show promise for using low‐cost ceramic membranes in various industries, such as in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and chemical production.

Treatment of food processing industries wastewater using a novel Fuller's earth clay-based tubular ceramic membrane.

This study investigates the feasibility of a robust, low-cost tubular microfiltration ceramic membrane fabricated using a mixture of locally available Fuller's earth clay (FEC) and solid waste material, rice husk ash (RHA), to treat effluents generated by a local dairy and palm oil industries. Fabrication of the membrane was carried out by employing the extrusion method followed by sintering at a temperature of 850 °C. Raw materials were characterized using XRD, XRF, FTIR, TGA, and differential thermal analysis (DTA). The membrane that underwent sintering exhibits a 61% porosity level, 43.29 L/m2 h bar water permeability, 0.115 μm average pore size, and relatively good corrosion resistance. Further, the effect of different operating conditions, including pressure (1.03-2.41 bar) and cross-flow rate (30-150 Lph), on the microfiltration of both the wastewaters is studied. The membrane lowered the COD levels below the discharge limit (<200 mg/L) of the Central Pollution Control of India for both wastewaters. Finally, Hermia's fouling models were used to identify the fouling mechanism concerned.

Enhanced removing of phosphate ions from agricultural drainage wastewater by using microwave-assisted synthesized attapulgite (Fullers earth) @carboxymethylcellulose nanocomposite

Contamination of various water resources with phosphate pollutant owing to the excessive use of phosphate fertilizers was labeled by dangerous consequences. Most of the water remediation methods are not efficient for phosphate recovery and always generate secondary wastes. Therefore, the current study is aimed to prepare a novel ecofriendly and sustainable APT500@CMC nanocomposite via simple covalent binding of thermally treated attapulgite clay at 500 °C (APT500) with carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) using microwave irradiation process. The assembled nanocomposite was confirmed by diverse techniques. The optimum conditions for efficient 10, 25 and 50 mg/L PO43− removal were detected at pH 3, time 30 min, temperature 25 °C and mass 200 mg. The kinetic and isotherms were fitted both to a combination of pseudo 1st - 2nd orders and Langmuir model, while thermodynamic parameters verified PO43− removal via spontaneous and exothermic reaction behavior. The mode of interaction and binding of PO43− ions onto the surface of APT500@CMC were suggested via ion-pair interaction process. Excellent PO43− recovery (98.8 %) from real agricultural drainage wastewater was established. The explored APT500@CMC afforded good stability for five regeneration cycles. Therefore, the collected results confirm the validity of APT500@CMC for excellent removal of PO43− from real agricultural drainage wastewater.

Visible light photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue and rhodamine B over silver-doped titanium dioxide nanocomposites supported on Fuller's earth.

Silver-doped-titanium dioxide nanoparticles supported on Fuller's earth, prepared by the sol-gel method, were characterized with XRD, TGA, zeta potential, SEM, EDX, TEM, XPS, photoluminescence and UV-DRS measurements. The material, Ag-TiO2-Fuller's earth (AgTF), was tested for photocatalytic activity concerning the degradation of rhodamine B (RhB) and methylene blue (MB) in aqueous solution under visible light irradiation with pH, catalyst dosage, and dye concentration as the process variables. The degradation kinetics indicated pseudo-first-order kinetics with rate constant of (i) 0.55 min-1with 0.12 gL-1AgTF loading, 10-5 M MB at pH 9, and (ii) 0.53 min-1 with 0.08 g L-1 AgTF loading, 5 × 10-5 M RhB at pH 8. The methylene blue degradation was maximum (98.66%) for AgTF loading of 0.12 g L-1 while the maximum RhB degradation (96.34%) was attained with AgTF loading of 0.08 g L-1. With 5 × 10-6M MB concentration, the degradation achieved was 98% in 45 min and 100% in 60 min. One hundred per cent degradation of the dye, RhB (1 × 10-6 M) could be achieved in 30 min with 0.08 g L-1 AgTF at pH 8. The use of Fuller's earth, a cheap, abundant and large surface area support, increases the adsorbability of the dye on the catalyst surface and hence promotes the degradation. The catalyst could be removed easily from the reaction mixture and reused for up to five cycles without any significant decrease in activity. Scavengers such as triethanolamine (TEOA), p-benzoquinone (BQ) and isopropyl alcohol (IPA) were utilized to get some insight into the photocatalysis mechanism.

An alternate acid cleaning process for the regeneration of waste engine oil and a proposed procedure for the disposal of produced sludge

In Pakistan most of the used motor oil cleaning businesses is carried out in processing containers. They do the simple heating and after that a concentrated sulphuric acid is slowly mixed at a room temperature for the removal of the oxidized carbonized substances and other dirt stuff. This study is an attempt to propose an alternate relatively cleaner methodology for the cleaning of used lubricating oil. Briefly, the spent oil was heated till the knocking sound disappeared or in other words the water is fist removed. After that at a room temperature the dehydrated oil was treated with the glacial acetic acid (instead of sulphuric acid) for an hour. A settling time of 24 hours is provided after which reddish brownish (top) and black (bottom) layers were formed. The collected upper layer was then treated with fuller earth (Multani meti) under continuous stirring. Finally, after cooling to a room temperature the oil was filtered to a reasonably regenerated lubricating oil. This cleaning process recovers about 53% v/v of the lubricating oil. The remaining sludge containing the acetic acid is a biodegradable mixture. Moreover, the sludge of the acid treatment can be mixed with cement to prepare concrete blocks.

Evaluation of fuller's earth clay ceramic membrane in treating raw rubber-processing wastewater

Evaluation of fuller's earth clay ceramic membrane in treating raw rubber-processing wastewater

Formulation and Evaluation of Multi-herbal Facial Scrub

The research aimed to produce an herbal facial scrub. The majority of times, the skin on the face is in regular contact with dirt, pollution, and other contaminants. The scrub comprises various natural components that are safe to use, have fewer adverse effects, and have antibacterial, anti-infective, antioxidant, anti-aging, and moisturizing characteristics. The primary ingredient in this scrub is chickpea and another important lemon oil which give better performance. Other ingredients such as Aloe vera (indian aloe) Honey,Neem ,Turmeric,Fullers earth (Multani mitti),Tulsi, Methyl paraben ,Distilled water ,Glycerin etc.

Effective removal of Pb(II) and Cu(II) from aqueous solutions using a hybrid composite of fuller's earth, aluminum silicate and chitosan

In this study, a highly effective hybrid adsorbent composite based on low-cost fuller’s earth (FE), aluminum silicate (AS) and chitosan (CS) was prepared using a facile method. The prepared composite was applied to adsorb lead (Pb2+) and copper (Cu2+) ions from aqueous solutions. Several analyses such as Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) were used to characterize the composite. The adsorption efficiency of the prepared composite was investigated at different operating conditions. Moreover, the adsorption isotherm/kinetic models and adsorption thermodynamics of the composite were examined. The results showed that the pseudo-second-order kinetic model described well with the obtained data and the adsorption equilibrium can be better described by Langmuir isotherm model with maximum adsorption capacities of 305.5 and 284.2 mg/g for Pb2+ and Cu2+, respectively. The obtained data demonstrated that the prepared composite is an efficient and kinetically fast metal ion removal with high adsorption capacity and recovery efficiency.Graphical abstract

REMOVAL OF FLUORIDE FROM DRINKING WATER THROUGH LOW-COST TECHNIQUES

Fluoride ions (F-) from natural sources or industrial wastewater are the main cause of many pathological conditions in people living in more than 25 countries. Thus, removing F- from drinking water is pivotal for preventing serious health consequences. The WHO recommends a limit of 1,5 mg/L for fluoride in drinking. Excessive amounts of fluoride in drinking water are prevalent in Pakistan, leading to related health risks. Low-cost techniques for the defluoridation of drinking water can be used. In this study, the removal of fluoride from drinking water by an adsorption method using low-cost materials/adsorbents, such as marble chips, wheat husks, rice husks, egg shells, concrete, fuller earth, fly ash, freshly fired bricks, and charcoal, at different contact times and different bed thicknesses were investigated. A batch sampling technique was used for sample collection. On average, marble chips, wheat husks, rice husks, egg shells, concrete, fuller earth, fly ash, freshly fired bricks, and activated charcoal (rice husk) resulted in 71,99 %; 90,99 %; 66,73 %; 90,99 %; 63,30 %; 71,99 %; 22,60 %; 49,67 %; and 90,13 % fluoride removal, respectively. Therefore, defluoridation using these materials is desirable. The performance of adsorbents depends on parameters such as contact time, depth of the adsorbent media, and pH. The bed thickness of the adsorbent has a minor effect on fluoride removal. The major contributors to fluoride removal from water are contact time and adsorbent composition.

FORMULATION AND PHYSICOCHEMICAL EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL ACNE SOAP USING SELECTED MEDICINAL PLANTS

Acne, commonly referred to as acne vulgaris, is a chronic skin disease due to abnormalities of sebum production in sebaceous glands caused by staphylococcus epidermis bacteria. Antibiotics that suppress Propionibacterium acnes are the standard acne treatment but are becoming less effective due to the appearance of antibiotic-resistant strains. Acne vulgaris suppresses an individual's self-confidence by causing distress concerning the physical appearance, which affects a significant number of individuals during puberty and is delineated by adolescence. Several treatments have been introduced to decrease the aesthetic and psychological problems caused by acne. Bacterial skin infections are most common, requiring significant attention for treatment and maintaining healthy skin. Alternative and complementary medicine, including medicinal plants, is becoming increasingly popular, also among patients suffering from acne and infectious skin diseases. Medicinal plants have a long history of use and have been shown to possess low side effects. These plants are a reliable source for the preparation of new drugs. Some herbal plant powders have antibacterial activity.&#x0D; The present study aims to formulate antibacterial poly herbal face soap using Neem powder, Fuller's earth, Lemon peel, Activated Charcoal, Sandalwood powder, Tea Tree Essential Oil, and Tocopherol. The antibacterial activity of the prepared formulation was tested using the agar well diffusion method against the organism Staphylococcus aureus. The prepared polyherbal formulation exhibited an excellent antibacterial effect. The prepared formulation was evaluated for various physicochemical parameters such as organoleptic characteristics, pH, foam height &amp; retention, skin irritation, &amp; high-temperature stability, for which good characteristics were observed. Prepared Polyherbal soap had a good appearance, better cleansing &amp; foaming effect &amp; did not have any side effects.