Abstract

USE OF GHEE RESIDUE IN COSMETICS

Dr. Sampada Pandhare*

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Abstract

Today a cosmetic formulation is expected to serve two fold purposes. Firstly it should beautify the part of the body where it is applied and secondly it should safeguard the health of the body part where it is applied. The constituents of cosmetic formulations need to be chosen with caution because none should interfere with either of these functions. In many cases the different ingredients are chosen on the basis of their abilities to serve these two purposes. The by-product Ghee Residue (Beri) thrown as a waste matter is nutritionally a rich source of fat, proteins and minerals. As Ghee Residue is rich in milk proteins and nitrogenous compounds, the product has been assessed for its use as cosmetic active.

Keywords: Ghee residue, Antioxidant, Creams, Powders, Cosmetic formulations, Lagenaria siceraria (L. siceraria)