Formulasi Facial Toner
Formulasi Facial Toner
Formulasi Facial Toner
Vibhavari M Chatur *, Sanjay G Walode, Siddhi A Awate, Minal U Gandhi and Vaishnavi S Thorat
Rasiklal M Dhariwal Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Chinchwad, Pune 19, Maharashtra, India.
Publication history: Received on 13 June 2021; revised on 18 July 2021; accepted on 20 July 2021
Abstract
Topical applications of the drugs have an advantage of delivering the drug directly to the site of action and acting for a
longer period of time. Skin is one of the most widespread and readily accessible organs on the human body for topical
administration and is the main route of topical drug delivery system. The main aim of this project was to formulate a
natural and safe herbal skin toner which has calming, soothing, and astringent, effect on the face and skin to reduce the
facial irritancy and enhance the beauty and can be used in day today busy schedule. The extracts used are from the
ingredients which are easily available, economical and has nutritional value from topical point of view. Toner has gained
the popularity as it can be used daily and helps in restoring the skin texture hence the purpose of the study was aimed
for the similar formulation.
Keywords: Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller); Cucumber (Cucumissativus); Honey; Rose Water
1. Introduction
1.2. Gel
A gel is a solid or semisolid system of at least two constituents, consisting of a condensed mass enclosing and
interpenetrated by a liquid. The characteristic of gel and jelly is the presence of some form of cutaneous structure, which
provides solid-like properties [4] Gels and jellies are composed of small number of solids dispersed in relatively large
amount of liquid, yet they possess more solid-like than liquid-like character.
Corresponding author: Vibhavari M Chatur
Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Chinchwad, Pune 19, Maharashtra, India.
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Gels are having property to avoid enzymatic activity and drug interaction with food, drinks and other products
in diet.
They can avoid the first pass effect, that is, the initial pass of drug substance through the human body.
They avoid systemic and portal circulation following gastrointestinal absorption.
Gels are not deactivated by liver enzymes because the liver is bypassed.
Gels are applied over skin for slow and prolonged absorption.
They have localized effect with minimum side effects compared to the other forms [5].
1.4. Toners
Toner removes any last traces of dirt; grime and impurities stuck in your skin pores after you wash your face. When
added to your daily skincare routine and used regularly, it can have major positive impact on the appearance and
tightness of your pores (aging skin).[6]
2.1.1. Cucumber
Cucumber, Cucumissativus (family- Cucurbitaceous) are obtained throughout India. The silica in cucumber is an
essential component of healthy connective tissue, which includes muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bone.
Cucumber juice is often recommended as a source of silica to improve the complexion and health of the skin, plus
cucumber's high-water content makes it naturally hydrating, a must for glowing skin [7].
The flesh of cucumber is primarily composed of water but also contains ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and caffeic acid, both
of which help soothe skin irritations and reduce swelling.
Medicinal Importance
Cucumber has loads of water content to keep skin hydrated. The cooling properties along with antioxidants and silica
present in cucumbers help rejuvenate the skin. The flesh of the cucumber is mostly water, but also contains ascorbic
acid (vitamin C) and caffeic acid, both of which help soothe skin irritations and reduce swelling and these acids prevent
water retention.
Vitamins
It contains vitamins A (beta-carotene), C and E, which are antioxidants. It also contains vitamin B12, folic acid, and
choline.
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Enzymes
It contains 8 enzymes like aliases, alkaline phosphatase, amylase, bradykinase, carboxypeptidase, catalase, cellulase,
lipase, and peroxidase. Bradykinase helps to reduce excessive inflammation when applied to the skin topically.
Minerals
The calcium, chromium, copper, selenium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, sodium and zinc are essential for the
proper functioning of various enzyme systems in different metabolic pathways and few are antioxidants.
Medicinal importance
Anti-Inflammatory Action
Moisturizing and Anti-Aging Agent
Cosmetic & Skin Protection Application
Astringent effect on skin pores
Skin whitening Agent
2.1.4. Honey
Honey is a mixture of carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other compounds. It
consists number of enzymes, including invertase, glucose oxidase, catalase, and acid phosphorylase. Honey also contains
eighteen free amino acids, in which the most abundant is proline.
The main group of antioxidants in honey are the Flavonoids, of which, pinocembrin is unique to honey and bee propolis.
Naturally darker honey has greater antioxidant properties in it. Acetic, butanoic, formic, citric, succinic, lactic, malic,
pyroglutamic, gluconic acids, and a number of aromatic acids are found in honey. Bee’s honey is almost free of
cholesterols. It also contains trace amounts of the vitamins B2, B4, B5, B6, B11 and vitamin C. Also, Minerals like calcium,
iron, zinc, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, selenium, chromium and manganese are found in honey [14].
The central parenchymatous pulp was scooped out with a spatula from the Aloe leaves and the pulp was washed
repeatedly with water and finally treated with 0.1 N sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to increase the pH of juice and
to avoid to acidity in preparation.
The treated pulp was placed in a blender to obtain the juice.
The obtained juice was subjected to vacuum filtration to get clear liquid.
To the clear liquid so obtained, Carbopol 934 was added and dispersed uniformly ensuring no lumps.
The prepared aloe vera gel was weighed and stored in air tight containers in a dark room to prevent photo-
oxidation to prepare formulation.
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3. Formulation
Sr. Ingredients Amount
No.
1. Aloe vera Gel 1gm
2. Herbal Extracts 2.5ml
3. Honey 1gm
4. Tween 80 1ml
5. Methanol 5ml
6. Distilled Water Upto25 ml
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3.3.1. pH
The pH meter was calibrated and measured the pH by placing in the beaker containing 20mg of the gel. [19]
3.3.3. Homogeneity
This test for the gel was done by physical touch with hands.
3.3.4. Appearance
The appearance of prepared gel was found by observing its colour, opacity, etc physical parameters.
3.3.7. Removal
The removal of the gel applied on skin was done by washing under tap water with minimal force to remove the gel.
3.3.11. Extrudability
A simple method was adopted for this study. The formulation was filled in the collapsible tubes after the gel was set in
the container. The extrudability of formulation was determined in terms of weight in grams required to extrude a 0.5
cm of ribbon of gel in 10 second.[24]
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4. Results
Figure 2a: Before application of gel Figure 2b: After application of gel
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cleansing effect in a gel form. By seeing the observations and the results, it proved to be satisfactory. The formulation
showed on application had very soothing and cleansing and most importantly toning effect on the skin. It gave the
feeling of tightened skin.
6. Conclusion
From the above studies of the formulation, it is clear that the herbal gel toner prepared is effective for the smoothening,
calming, astringent, and rejuvenating effect on the skin. It is non irritable and can be used on daily bases for enhancing
the natural beauty of human skin. The formulation was also found to possess significant antioxidant activity which may
contribute to its sunscreen activity. In addition to the above-mentioned parameters the gel toner was found to have
good homogeneity along with good spreadability and pH in the range of skin. Thus, the gel form of herbal toner can be
used topically for improving the health and rejuvenation of the dried and pale skin. It was also found that the ingredients
like cucumber and Aloevera gave the best results for hydration and acne problems.
Acknowledgments
We thank Mrs. Rohini Kolhe for guiding us and our lab technician and other helpers who made this study possible.
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