Formulation and Evaluation of Anti-Pollution Polyherbal Shampoo Enriched With Pomegranate Peel Extract

Environmental pollution is one of the major causes of hair and scalp damage. Daily exposure to dust, smoke, dirt, and harmful pollutants may lead to dryness, dullness, irritation, oxidative stress, and premature ageing of hair.[1] The present study was carried out to formulate and evaluate an anti-pollution polyherbal shampoo enriched with pomegranate peel extract using natural ingredients. The formulation contained pomegranate peel extract, activated charcoal, reetha extract, amla extract, glycerin, guar gum, sodium chloride, citric acid, sodium benzoate, lemon oil, and Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS). Pomegranate peel was used for its antioxidant and anti-ageing properties, while activated charcoal was added for deep cleansing and anti-pollution activity.[2] The prepared shampoo was evaluated for parameters such as physical appearance, pH, viscosity, wetting time, dirt dispersion, foaming ability, foam stability, cleansing action, stability, skin irritation, and antimicrobial activity. The formulation showed good cleansing ability, stable foam formation, suitable viscosity, and scalp-friendly pH. No irritation was observed during the study.[3] The results suggest that the developed shampoo can be used as a safe and effective herbal alternative to synthetic shampoos for protection against pollutionrelated hair damage.[4]