FORMULATION OF NATURAL PHYTO-FORMULATED SOAP FOR ENHANCED SKIN WELLNESS USING AZADIRACHTA INDICA (NEEM), CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC), AND OCIMUM SANCTUM (TULSI)
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Herbal soap; Azadirachta indica (Neem); Curcuma longa (Turmeric); Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi); Antimicrobial activity
Abstract
Herbal soap formulations incorporating neem (Azadirachta indica), turmeric (Curcuma longa), and tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) offer a multifunctional approach to skin hygiene due to the presence of diverse bioactive phytochemicals with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-protective properties. Neem and tulsi contribute bioactive constituents such as nimbidin, azadirachtin, and eugenol, which exhibit broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity and aid in reducing inflammatory responses associated with skin irritation and microbial infections. Turmeric, rich in curcumin, provides additional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support, contributing to wound healing and protection against oxidative stress induced by environmental factors such as ultraviolet radiation. When combined within a soap matrix, these botanicals demonstrate complementary and synergistic effects that enhance microbial control, support skin barrier function, and promote overall skin health during routine cleansing. The formulation utilizes skin-compatible base oils and appropriate soap-making methodologies to ensure product stability, safety, and suitability for regular topical use. This study presents the formulation and scientific basis of a polyherbal soap incorporating neem, turmeric, and tulsi, discusses formulation and manufacturing considerations, and evaluates efficacy based on antimicrobial performance and physicochemical quality parameters. Polyherbal soaps formulated with these medicinal plants represent a promising, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic antimicrobial soaps, aligning traditional medicinal knowledge with contemporary demands for safe, sustainable, and effective personal care products.
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Gokul Gopalakrishnan
Student, Garden City University
Shashank MS
Student, Garden City University
Chirag Aditya L
Student, Garden City University
Anjana Menon
Assistant professor of the Life Science Department of Garden City University
