Author(s)
Kajal V. Kapse, Prof. Dr Muzaffar Ahmed Farooqi, Prof.Bushra Hundekari
- Manuscript ID: 120592
- Volume 2, Issue 6, May 2026
- Pages: 32–64
Subject Area: Pharmaceutical Science and Pharmacology
Abstract
This project focuses on the formulation and evaluation of a herbal sunscreen lotion using natural ingredients. Sunlight contains harmful UV rays such as UVA and UVB, which can damage the skin and lead to problems like sunburn, tanning, dark spots, early aging, and other skin issues. Many chemical sunscreens are available, but they may cause skin irritation, allergies, and long-term side effects. Because of this, there is a growing interest in herbal and natural products, which are safer and more skin-friendly.
In this study, a herbal sunscreen lotion was prepared using ingredients such as Aloe vera gel, turmeric extract, carrot seed oil, coconut oil, beeswax, vitamin E, and rose water. These ingredients were selected because they have useful properties like natural sun protection, antioxidant action, moisturizing effect, and skin healing ability. The lotion was prepared by the emulsion method, where the oil phase (beeswax, coconut oil, carrot seed oil) and aqueous phase (aloe vera gel, turmeric extract, rose water) were heated separately to the same temperature and then mixed together with continuous stirring. This process helped to form a smooth, stable, and uniform lotion.
The prepared formulation was evaluated for different parameters such as appearance, color, odor, pH, viscosity, spreadability, washability, and stability. The results showed that the lotion had good consistency, smooth texture, and suitable pH for skin application. It was easy to apply, spread well on the skin, and showed no signs of irritation. The formulation also remained stable without any phase separation during storage.
The overall results indicate that the herbal sunscreen lotion provides effective protection from harmful sun rays while also keeping the skin moisturized and healthy.
In conclusion, the formulated herbal sunscreen lotion is safe, effective, economical, and easy to prepare, and it can be used as a natural alternative to synthetic sunscreens for daily skin care.