FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL ROSACEA CREAM

Aparna Raj*, Dr. Rajveer Singh, Dinesh Upadhyay, Subhranshu Panda

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by facial redness, irritation, and hypersensitivity, which significantly affects the quality of life of patients. Conventional treatments, including topical antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents, often produce side effects such as dryness, irritation, and long-term resistance. Therefore, there is a growing need for safer and more effective alternatives. The present study aimed to formulate and evaluate a herbal rosacea cream using natural ingredients such as calendula extract, chamomile extract, and green tea extract, along with aloe vera, shea butter, and jojoba oil. The herbal cream was prepared using the emulsification method involving oil and aqueous phases, followed by homogenization and stabilization. The formulation was evaluated for various physicochemical parameters, including physical appearance, pH, viscosity, spreadability, washability, homogeneity, and irritancy. The results showed that the prepared cream was smooth, homogeneous, and free from lumps, with a pleasant odor and acceptable consistency. The pH (6.08) was found to be within the skin-friendly range. The viscosity (30,842 cP) indicated suitable consistency for topical application, while the spreadability (4.58 g•cm/sec) confirmed ease of application. The cream was easily washable, non-irritant, and exhibited good stability. The presence of herbal ingredients provided anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, moisturizing, and soothing effects, making the formulation suitable for rosacea-prone skin. Overall, the developed herbal rosacea cream can be considered a safe, effective, and promising alternative for the management of rosacea symptoms. Further clinical studies are recommended to validate its therapeutic efficacy.