Formulation and evaluation of anti-inflammatory cream using herbal extracts

Abstract

Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury or infection. However, chronic inflammation can cause severe tissue damage and is associated with numerous disorders. The present study aimed to develop a natural, effective, and skin-friendly anti-inflammatory cream using herbal extracts such as Turmeric (Curcuma longa), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis), and Lavender Oil (Lavandula angustifolia). The cream was formulated using natural oils and emulsifiers and evaluated for parameters like pH, spreadability, washability, irritancy, and phase separation. The final product exhibited excellent physicochemical properties, was stable, non-irritant, easily spreadable, and demonstrated potential anti-inflammatory benefits. Thus, the herbal anti-inflammatory cream represents an eco-friendly and effective alternative to synthetic formulations.