Formulation and evaluation herbal neem anti dandruff shampoo

Rakesh Maricharla; Naga Subrahmanyam S; Suvarna Jyothi Navuduri

doi:10.37022/jis.v8i3.122

Maricharla Rakesh Ⅳ/Ⅳ B.Pharmacy, Koringa College of Pharmacy, Korangi, 533461
Naga Subrahmanyam S Professor Department of Pharmacy Practice, Koringa College of Pharmacy, Korangi, 533461
Suvarna Jyothi Navuduri Professor and Principal, Koringa College of Pharmacy, Korangi, 533461

DOI https://doi.org/10.37022/jis.v8i3.122

Abstract

This study presents the development and evaluation of an herbal shampoo formulated with Azadirachta indica (Neem) as the primary active ingredient. Due to its well-established antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, Neem is considered highly effective for scalp and hair care. The herbal shampoo was prepared using natural ingredients and evaluated for various physicochemical characteristics, including pH, foaming capacity, dirt dispersion, surface tension, solid content, and conditioning ability. The formulated shampoo demonstrated good stability, effective cleansing action, dandruff reduction, and maintenance of hair texture. Overall, the study confirms that Neem can serve as a valuable ingredient in the development of safe, eco-friendly, and cost-effective herbal shampoos.

Keywords: Neem (Azadirachta indica)

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