PREPARATION AND EVALUATION OF COCONUT-BASED MEDICATED HAIR OIL
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v11i1.259Keywords:
Coconut oil, medicated hair oil, herbal infusionAbstract
The research developed and analyzed a coconut-based hair oil containing medicinal herbs including Amla, Ginger, Lemon, Hibiscus flowers, Fenugreek seeds, Black cumin seeds, and Curry leaves. A heating process with gentle temperature control allowed the coconut oil and herbal mixture to blend their active compounds before the mixture cooled down and underwent straining and storage. The hair oil displayed organoleptic characteristics of a pale golden-yellow color and pleasant herbal scent and a smooth texture. The oil demonstrated suitable physical properties because its viscosity measured 25 cP while its pH level reached 5.2 and specific gravity reached 0.92. The chemical analysis revealed an acid value of 2.4 mg KOH/g which demonstrates low free fatty acid content that helps maintain oil stability. The sensitivity tests demonstrated that the oil contained no irritants while the irritancy tests showed it was safe to apply on human skin. The long-term stability of the oil was confirmed through a three-month study because its appearance remained consistent while its odor and texture also stayed unchanged. The statistical analysis validated the results because all essential properties remained within their defined ranges. Research results demonstrate that coconut-based medicated hair oil presents itself as a beneficial natural solution to support hair and scalp wellness.
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