Abstract

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL UNDER EYE GEL USING IXORA COCCINEA, AMARANTHUS CRUENTUS AND HIBISCUS ROSA-SINENSIS

*Ms. Fathima Sulthana N. S., Ms. Aslaha A., Mrs. Reshma K. J.

Abstract

Cosmetics are products or substances that are used on the human body to make someone look more beautiful, clean, enhance their appearance, or help them look more attractive. In this study, we focus on cosmetics made with natural ingredients, especially herbs. The study is about making and testing a special gel for the under-eye area using three plants: Ixora coccinea, Amaranthus cruentus, and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. These plants were chosen because they have strong antioxidant properties. The under-eye area is very sensitive and needs extra care when using any beauty products. It also shows how healthy your skin is overall. When the skin is exposed to harmful free radicals in the environment, it can cause oxidative stress, which leads to problems like wrinkles, puffiness, and dark circles under the eyes. The compounds called flavonoids in these herbs work as powerful antioxidants, helping to remove free radicals and stop damage. People are choosing more cosmetics with natural ingredients because they are safer, work well, and cause fewer side effects. The gel made in this study was tested with several physical and chemical tests to check its quality and how well it holds up over time.

Keywords: Cosmetics, antioxidant, periorbital region, poly herbal under eye gel, free radical scavenging assay.