Efficacy and Safety of Herbal Face Creams Formulated with Aloe Vera, Chamomile, and Green Tea

Authors

  • Dr. S. U. Borkar   Department of Botany, Institute of Science Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Keywords:

Herbal, Face Creams, Clinical Evidence, Natural, Skin Health, Ingredients.

Abstract

Herbal face creams have gained significant popularity in the skincare industry due to their natural ingredients and potential therapeutic benefits. This paper reviews the efficacy and safety of various herbal face creams, examining their key ingredients, mechanisms of action, and clinical evidence supporting their use. Additionally, it discusses the potential side effects and regulatory considerations associated with these products. Herbal face creams have gained significant popularity due to their perceived natural benefits and fewer side effects compared to synthetic products. This paper investigates the efficacy and safety of face creams formulated with aloe vera, chamomile, and green tea. By examining the individual and combined effects of these ingredients, we aim to provide an evidence-based evaluation of their benefits for skin health. The paper also discusses the mechanisms of action, clinical evidence, potential side effects, and regulatory considerations associated with these herbal ingredients.

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2024-02-29

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Volume 11, Issue 1, January-February-2024

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Dr. S. U. Borkar "Efficacy and Safety of Herbal Face Creams Formulated with Aloe Vera, Chamomile, and Green Tea" International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology(IJSRST), Online ISSN : 2395-602X, Print ISSN : 2395-6011,Volume 11, Issue 1, pp.621-628, January-February-2024.