INTRODUCTION:

Cosmetics are commercial products that are used to enhance the appearance of the skin through cleansing, beautifying, and promoting beauty. From ancient times, various herbs have been used for cleansing, decorating, and treating. Facial skin is a major part of the body, which reflects human health^1,2. It contains substances such as amino acids, lipids and carbohydrates etc. healthy.³ In ayurveda, herbal medicine is called “mukha lepa” used to treat the face. This herbal mixture is applied to the face to treat acne, pimples, scars, marks and scars.⁴

Face pack is a smooth powder used for facial use. These preparations are applied to the face in the form of liquids or pastes and are allowed to dry and set to form a film that gives firmness, firmness and cleansing effect to the skin.⁵

They are usually left on the skin for ten to twenty-five minutes to allow all water to evaporate. can be easily removed. The warming and firming effect produced by the use of facial packs produces a refreshing sensation of the rejuvenated face, while the colloidal clay and adsorption used in these preparations remove impurities and oils from the facial skin. When the used facial pack is finally removed the skin residues and impurities are removed as well.

Face pockets are basically additives that bring additional benefits. Different types of herbal face pack are used for different skin types. Herbal face pack helps reduce wrinkles, acne, acne and dark circles. And increase the smoothness and smoothness of the skin. It also helps a person to develop self-confidence. Ayurveda is a very effective and efficient way to achieve this goal⁶.

These packages are available in a variety of shapes and forms and are further divided into the following categories:⁷

1. Plastic Masks: Wax-based, latex-based, or vinyl-based

2. Hydrocolloid Mask: Gel Mask (ready for use)

3. Argillaceous Masks: Clay-based or earth-based (ready for use or dry powder).

The current research topic discusses the design and testing of an herbal facial pack for glossy skin at home using natural materials namely, multani-mitti, charcoal, Aloe Vera, sandalwood, rose water, glycine.

Chemically prepared face pack

Chemical facial packs provide essential nutrients for the skin.

It helps to be popular, depending on the ingredients,

acne, acne, scar, black head and symptoms.

Advantage⁸:

1. They help to restore the absorption of light and light skin in a short time.

2. Daily use of natural masks brightens skin, improves skin tone and inflammation.

Disadvantage⁸:

1. One Face Pack should not be used on all faces:

2. -Since all parts of our face do not have the same skin type.

3. Sometimes it takes a long time for facial packing to dry.

4. It may cause irritation. Sometimes the facial pack causes redness on the skin.

5. It is difficult to apply a facial pack to a person with dry skin.

Benefits of using a facial pack⁹:

Nourish the skin. Facial fruits provide essential nutrients for the skin. It helps to reduce, acne, acne, scars and marks depending on its medicinal ingredients. Facial pads made of neem and tulsi often help to reduce acne and pimples. Recommended packs for acne, acne, blackheads usually control the secretion of sebum from the sebaceous glands and remove harmful bacteria inside the wound. Scars and marks on the skin can be reduced by adding powder sandals, rose petals and orange lenses with acne face pack. Regular use of natural masks brings light to the skin, improving skin texture and complexion. to help prevent premature aging of the skin. Wrinkles, fine lines, and thin skin can be effectively controlled by using natural facial contours. Natural facial pockets make the skin look younger and healthier.

Steps to take when using a facial pack¹⁰

Choose a facial pack according to your skin type. Take the advice of a natural healer or affected skin specialist before applying a facial pack.

The facial pack should not be left on the face for more than 15 to 20 minutes. Prolonged maintenance can lead to the formation of wrinkles, thinning of the skin, and enlargement of open pores.

Apply face mask once a week.

Do not try to peel or scratch the dried face pack. This can damage under the remaining skin. Sprinkle water (at room temperature) on the face before removing the dry facial pack. After removing the mask, roll the ice cube over the facial skin. This helps to close open pores and tightens the skin. It also softens and softens the skin.

Do not rub your face vigorously. This can cause bumps and dark spots.

Avoid heat when using a facial pack.

Avoid using a facial pack near the “eye area”. The skin around the eye is very soft. The process of removing the facial pack may damage the skin around the eyes.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

All natural ingredients used in the current study namely, multani mitti, turmeric, Aloe vera, sandalwood, orange peel, neem and nutmeg were purchased at the local market (Dgadu Teli Chandwadkar, Nashik), which is a type of powder that is dried and certified. Botany Department of KTHM College, Nashik.

Details of the plant material used in the construction of the facial pack are listed below;

Multani Mitti (Calcium bentonite):

Multani mitti helps the skin in various ways such as reducing the size of pores, removing blackheads and fading white spots, cooling sunscreen, cleansing the skin, improving blood circulation, color, reducing acne and blemishes and giving a radiant effect to the skin as it contains healthy nutrients. Multani mitti is rich in magnesium chloride.¹¹

Turmeric (Curuma longa):

Turmeric is mainly used to rejuvenate the skin. It delays the signs of aging like wrinkles and also possesses other properties like antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory. It is best source of blood purifier. It is effective in treatment of acne due to its antiseptic and antibacterial properties that fight pimples and breakouts to provide a youthful glow to your skin. It also reduces the oil secretion by the sebaceous glands.^12,13

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis):

Aloe vera is an excellent moisturizer made for the skin. Aloe vera rejuvenates the skin, hydrates this and keeps the skin layer looking fresh all the time. Aloe vera has anti-microbial properties that make it ideal for acne and acne. Aloe vera powder contains several nutrients such as glycerin, sodium palmate, sodium carbonate, sodium palm kemelate, sorbitol, etc.¹⁴

Sandal wood (Santalum alba):

Sandalwood has a moisturizing and anti-aging properties. It also helps the skin in many ways such as toning effect, emollient, antibacterial properties, astringent properties, cooling and therapeutic properties.¹⁵

Orange peel (Citrus reticulate):

Orange is an orange fruit that contains a variety of nutrients such as vitamin C, calcium, potassium and magnesium. Prevents skin from free radical damage, skin flow and oxidative stress. It also has a fast-moving lightening, protecting against acne, blemishes, wrinkles and aging.¹⁶

Neem (Azadirachta indica):

Neem eliminates inflammation, disinfectant and is very beneficial for oily skin and acne.¹⁷ The anti-acne effect is due to anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant activities of various chemicals.¹⁸

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans):

Nutmeg is widely used in analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties¹⁷. It helps to reduce wrinkles, fine lines and other signs of aging. It also helps to reduce acne scars and make them less noticeable.

Methods of Preparation:

Four different ingredients were prepared with different concentrations of all the ingredients named F1 to F4. The concentration of each ingredient is listed in Table 1. Ingredients for precise quantity are measured and ground into a fine powder using filter # 120. Then all the ingredients were combined geometrically in the form of serial dilution of the same mixture. The prepared facial pack was then packed in a self-closing polyethylene bag, labeled to be used for further studies.¹⁹

Procedure of Face Pack Application:

Take the prepared face pack powder into a bowl as needed and add rose water to mix. Mix well and apply on face skin. Close acne and spots again. It is kept dry for 20 to 25 minutes and then washed with cold water.

Methods of Evaluation:

Compliance with the test parameters was performed to ensure the height of the adjusted face pack;

Organoleptic Evaluation:

The organoleptic parameters include their nature, color, aroma, feel and consistency that have been manually tested to determine its visual properties.²⁰

Physical Evaluation:

Particle size was measured by means of a microscope. The flow material of the dried powder of the composite form was tested by making the Angle of Repose in the proper way, the density and density by tapping the Pressure Method.²¹

Physicochemical Evaluation:

Ash content is made using heat, pH is obtained using pH meter and drying loss is also done.⁷

Irritancy test:

Mark the area (1sq.cm) in the upper left area. The exact values of the prepared face packs were used in the specified area and the time was noted. Irritation, erythema, edema, were checked for normal up to 24 hours and reported.²²

Stability studies:

The stability test of the prepared structure was performed to form F2 by keeping it at different temperatures for a period of one month. Stained-glass glass containers stored at different temperatures i.e., room temperature, 35ºC and 40ºC and tested for portable parameters such as Color, Scent, pH, Compatibility and Sound.²³

Determination of Microbial Load:

The modified structure was tested for Total Viable Count, the presence of non-gram-negative bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella and Pseudomonas are the BAC-Test Laboratory in Nashik.¹⁶

Table 1: Formulation of Face Pack:

Sr. No	Name of ingredients	Scientific Name	Quantity of Sample per 100g
Sr. No	Name of ingredients	Scientific Name	F1	F2	F3	F4
1.	MultaniMitti	Calcium Bentonite	25	30	35	15
2.	Turmeric	Curuma longa	20	5	10	20
3.	Aloe Vera	Aloe barbadensis	10	15	10	20
4.	Sandal wood	Santalum alba	25	25	20	25
5.	Orange peel	Citrus reticulate	10	12	6	5
6.	Neem	Azadirachta indica	3	8	15	10

Table 2: Organoleptic Properties

Sr. No	Parameter	Observation
Sr. No	Parameter	F1	F2	F3	F4
1.	Appearance	Powder (Free Flowing)	Powder (Free Flowing)	Powder (Free Flowing)	Powder (Free Flowing)
2.	Color	Slight Yellow	Slight Yellow	Greenish Yellow	Slight Yellow
3.	Odor	Slight	Slight	Slight	Slight
4.	Texture	fine	Fine	fine	fine
5.	Smoothness	Smooth	Smooth	Smooth	Smooth

Table 3: Physical Parameter and Physicochemical Evaluation

Sr. No	Parameter	Observation
Sr. No	Parameter	F1	F2	F3	F4
1.	Practical size	26.4±5.44	22.5±2.85	24.8±4.36	25.2±5.21
2.	Ash content	93 ± 0.732	87 ± 0.859	92 ± 0.556	95 ± 0.462
3.	pH	7.66 ± 0.13	6.65 ± 0.	6.79± 0.16	6.88± 0.1
4.	Loss on drying	3.33	3	4	3.67

Table 4: Irritancy Test

Sr. No	Evaluation	Formulation				Observation
Sr. No	Evaluation	F1	F2	F3	F4	Observation
1.	Irritant	-	NIL	-	-	No Irritation
2.	Erythema	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	No Irritation
3.	Edema	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	No Irritation

Table 5: Parameters of Stability studies of Formulation F2

Sr. No	Parameters	Observations (Formulations F2)
Sr. No	Parameters	Room temperature	35±0.5ºC	40±0.5ºC
1.	Color	No change	No change	No change
2.	Odor	No change	No change	Slightly change
3.	pH	6.65±0.17	6.65±0.11	6.72±0.21
4.	Texture	fine	fine	Fine
5.	Smoothness	Smoothness	Smoothness	Smoothness

Table 6: Microbial Load of Formulation F2

Sr. No	Test	Observations
1.	Table 6: Microbial Load of Formulation F2	867
2.	Gram negative pathogens, CFU/g (E. coli, Salmonella, Pseudomonas)	Absent

RESULT AND DISCUSSION:

Physical parameters:

The unique design of the face pack was designed and tested portable parameters shown in Table 2. Flow area parameter showed free flow structures. The composition colors were different due to the variability of the composition of the content. The composition of F1, F2 and F4 was slightly yellow in color and the composition of F3 showed a greenish-yellow color. The scent of the modified makeup was welcome as beautiful and desirable as the make-up of cosmetics. The particle size was between 22.5±2.85μm to 26.4±5.44μm. The pH of the whole structure lies close to the average diameter i.e. 6 to 7 pH. Ash and humidity were above the limit (Table 3).

Irritancy test:

The results of the irritation test are shown in Table 4. The formulations of F1, F3 and F4 showed less irritation due to the presence of powder 24 of turmeric. Preparations prepared by reducing the concentration of turmeric i.e. F2 formation do not show redness, edema, Swelling and irritation during the study of irritability. This formula is safe to use on the skin.

Stability studies:

Stability studies showed small changes in the composition pH maintained at 40ºC and no changes were observed at room temperature and at 35ºC. Structural odor was changed slightly after one month of stability at 40ºC and there was no change in color and aroma in some of the stabilization conditions listed in Table 5.

Determination of Microbial Load:

Microbial load showed Total Viable Count (867 CFU/ g), as well as testing for the presence of E-gram-negative bacteria. coli, Salmonella and non-permeable pseudomonas per gram shown in Table 6.

Formulation F2 has been found to be good for physical parameters, has no irritation of the skin and maintains its consistency even after the last stressed conditions. It is suggested that the modified formations were physico-chemically and microbiologically stable, and have elements of the normal composition of skincare cosmeceuticals.

CONCLUSION:

In this case, people need treatment for various skin problems without any side effects. Herbal supplements opened the way for cosmetics without any harmful effects. Herbal facial pockets are considered a continuous and productive way to improve the appearance of the skin. So in the current work, it is a good effort to make an herbal face pack containing natural ingredients such as multani mitti, turmeric, aloe vera, sandalwood, orange peel, neem and nutmeg. It is suggested that the modified formations were physico-chemically and microbiologically stable, and have elements of the normal composition of skincare cosmeceuticals.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The authors are very grateful to the College of Pharmacy, Ahinsa instituted of pharmacy, dondaicha for the information delivery, dondaicha for providing services needed and to perform this function and microbiological.

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Received on 23.04.2022 Modified on 11.05.2022

Res. J. Pharmacology and Pharmacodynamics.2022;14(3):146-150.

DOI: 10.52711/2321-5836.2022.00024