A Novel Herbal Face Mist for Better Perspective in Routine Skin Care (Research Article)

Author(s): Sanskruti V. Khedkar, Juveriya A. Momin, Mohini Upadhye and Rutuja Aher

Abstract: For the last 5 to 10 years people are concerned about their skin and health to cope with their dense schedule, preferably with natural ways, which include a lot of herbal formulations; one of them is a face mist. An herbal face mist including anti-inflammatory and free radical scavenging action of allantoin, and orange peel extract respectively is found to be a choice of interest. Face mist is the easiest way to maintain skin health, provides an instant boost of hydration in seconds, and maintains skin pH. Symphytum officinalis a small herb widely used in skin care formulations reason being the presence of a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant component allantoin which also helps to rejuvenate the skin. Herbs are available in lots of OTC preparations. It is in use in botanical preparation for more than 2000 years with promising actions. Allantoin is a purine metabolite that usually maintains oxidative stress in our bodies. Allantoin meets the CTFA requirement for cosmetic use. In this study ethanolic extract of orange peel shows dual action as a core action stated free radical scavenger and as a propellant, making it authentic and natural.

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