Herbal creams represent a vital intersection of traditional botanical knowledge and modern dermatological science. This overview explores the formulation principles, therapeutic potential, and scientific validation of herbal creams developed using a range of medicinal plants. Seventeen herbs including Aloe barbadensis, Azadirachtaindica, Ocimum sanctum, Curcuma longa, and Calendula officinalis were selected based on their documented antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties. The herbal cream was prepared using emulsion-based methods and evaluated for key physical attributes such as spreadability, pH, and stability. Furthermore, its efficacy was tested through in vitro antibacterial studies using agar well and disc diffusion techniques against pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, showing notable zones of inhibition. The findings support the growing relevance of polyherbal topical formulations as safe, natural alternatives to synthetic products, reinforcing their value in both cosmetic and therapeutic skin care.
Gutam et al. (2025) studied this question.