Herbal Cosmetics:

Recent approaches in skin care

GUIDED BY
DR. H.S. MISHRA
(Lecturer)

PRESENTED BY
1. DR. AWANISH PANDEY
2. DR. GYAN CHAND KR. MORYA
( M.D. Scholars)

P.G. DEPARTMENT OF DRAVYAGUNA

L.H.S.P.G. AYURVEDA COLLEGE & HOSPITAL,PILIBHIT,
(U.P.)
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Introduction
Sparshnendriya the Skin is the most
important and widely present sense organ.
It is susceptible to various external and
internal pathological conditions.
Beautification and grooming have been the
concern of common men as well as physicians
since time immemorial.
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Aim and Objectives

Present study is an attempt to review the
classical as well as modern scientific data and
facts regarding the potency of herbal
cosmetics.

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Present Scenario
Cosmetology, the science has been practiced
since time immemorial for beautification.
The recent interest of consumers in herbal
cosmetics has been stimulated by the decline
of faith in modern cosmetics and increased
acceptance as well as availability of herbal
cosmetics.

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Etiological Factors
Exposure to environmental pollution,
Solar radiation,
Adverse effects of chemicals drugs and
cosmetics,
Apathya ahar
Stress

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Beautification: Ayurveda View

Herbs which bring about and establish the original
colour and complexion of skin are called Varnya
Dravyas (Colour and complexion promoters).
Mode of Action of Drugs
These drugs
Correct the vitiated Pitta (balances Bhrajak Pitta)
Detoxify the blood
Act as color and complexion promoters.
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Factors determining skin health

(1) Proper moisture balance (Kapha in balance),

(2) Effective metabolism that coordinate all the
Physicochemical and hormonal reactions of the
body (Pitta in balance)
(3) Efficient flow of nutrients to the different layers of
the skin (Vata in balance).
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Some widely used herbs in Skin Care at Present

S. Name of the plant
N.

Common name

Part used

Active constituents

Azadirachta indica A.Juss

Neem

Leaves

limonoids, tetranortriterpenoids

2.

Crocus sativus Linn.

Saffron

Stigma

Safranal,Crotenoid

Allium sativum Linn.

Garlic

Bulbs

Allicin and adenosine

4.

Acorus calamus Linn.

Sweet flag

Rhizome

Monoterpenes, Beta-asarone

5.

Santalum album Linn.

Sandal wood

Bark,wood

Sesquiterpenes,sesqueterpenols

6.

Curcuma longa Linn.

Turmeric

Rhizome

Curcumin

7.

Aloe vera Linn.

Kumari

Leaves

Polyhexanoses,xylose,arabinos
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Skin care in Ayurveda Classics

KUSHTHAGHNA MAHAKASHAYA
(CS.Su.4.)
KHADIR (Acacia catachu)
ABHAYA (Terminalia chebula)
AMALAKI ( Embeli officinalis)
HARIDRA (Curcuma longa)
BHALLATAK (Semicarpus anacardium)
SAPTAPARN (Alstonia scholaris)
ARAGWADH (Casia fistula)
KARAVEER(Nerium indicum)
VIDANG (Embelia
ribes)
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JATI (Jasminum officinale)

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Skin care in Ayurveda Classics

VARNYA MAHAKASHAYA (CS.Su.4.)
CHANDAN (Santalum album)
NAGKESHAR (Calophyllum inophyllum)
PADMAK (Prunus cerasoides)
USHIR (Vetiveria zizanioides)
MADHUK (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
MANJISHTHA (Rubia cordifolia)
SARIVA (Hemidesmus indicus)
PAYASYA (Ipomoea digitata)
SITA (Cynodon dactylon)-White
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Herbs for Specific Condition

ARUNSHIKA

VYANGA

NEEM(Azadirachta
indica)

BALA (Sida cordifolia)

HARIDRA (Curcuma
longa)
PATOL PATRA
(Trichosanthes dioica)

ATIBALA (Abutilon
indicum)
MADHUYASHTHI(Glycyrrhiz
a glabra)
HARIDRA (Curcuma longa)

MADHUYASHTHI(Glycyr
rhiza glabra)
ARKA PUSHPI
(Holostemma rheedie)
NILOTPAL (Nymphaea
nouchali)
AGARU
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PANDEY(Aquilaria
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HERBS USED FOR YUVAN

PIDIKA
SUSHRUTVacha (Acorus calamus)
Lodhra (Symplococus racemosus)
Sarshap (Brasica compestris)
Dhanyak (Coriandrum sativum)
Kushth (Saussurea lappa)
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HERBS USED FOR YUVAN PIDIKA

VAGABHATTATuvarak (Hydnocarpus laurifolia)

Vata (Ficus bengalensis
Narikel (Cocus nucifera))
Lodhra(Symplococus racemosus)
Sarshap (Brasica compestris)
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SOME HERBS
FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF
SPECIFIC SKIN CONDITION
(Etiology Specific)

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ASHWAGANDHA (Withania somnifera )

Phytochemistry:
Somniferin A
Withanine
Tyrosine
Glycine
Aspartic acid
Action:
Best Adaptogen
A rejuvenative general tonic which stimulates immune system.
Regenerates hormonal system.
Has anti stress properties.
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Alleviates of Vata, DR.AWANISH PANDEY
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Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)

Phytochemistry:
Generally whole plant contains
Punarnavine (Alkaloids)
B-sitosterol (Phytosterols)
Liriodendrin (lignans)
Punarnavoside (Rotenoids)
Boerhavine (xanthones)
Actions:
Anti oxidant,
Antibacterial
Improves vision
Good for Kidneys and Liver
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Immuno-modulator
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Rubia cordifolia (Manjistha)

Phytochemistry:
Anthraquinone
Napthaquinone
Alzarin
Roots contains mixture of Purpurin,
and Munjistin .
Action:
Anti acne activity of Anthraquinon rich fraction of R.cordifolia
in gel formation against propioni bacterium acne.
pacifier of Kapha and Pitta
useful in hyper-pigmentation
Good for glow of the skin.
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Removes pimples, freckles and
discoloration.

Azadirachta indica A.Juss(Neem)

Phytochemistry:

Nimbin
Nimbidin
Quercetin
Beta-sitosterol
Azadirachtin

Action:

Cosmetically , the chemical constituent of Neem are

considered to be antiseptic and natural presevative.
Limonoids and tetranortriterpenoids of the neem are used
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in the various cosmetic
preparations.
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ALOE VERA
Leaf contains a hydrocolloid, which is composed of
polyhexanoses and hexans such as xylose,
arabinose and galactose.
The gel also contain salicylic acid, which has
keratolytic , bacteriostatic and moisturizing
properties.
It is recommended for sunburn,
minor burns, wrinkles, insect bites,
skin irritations etc.
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Curcuma longa

Phytochemistry
Curcumin , the active compound of turmeric , is a
polyphenol used in skin care preparations.
Monoterpenes
Sesquiterpenes
Sterols
Alkaloids
Action
Antioxidant
Anti-inflammatory
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YASHTIMADHU (Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn.)

Family: Fabaceae
Phytochemistry
Saponin
Liquiritin,Isoliquiritin
Glycyrrhigin which further converted to
Glycyrrhigic acid in body.

Glycyrrhigic acid is effective in contact

dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis
and other conditions characterised by
inflammation and pruritus.
Anti-oxidant and free radical scavanging
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GUDUCHI:Tinospora cordifolia (Thunb.) Miers

Family Menispermaceae
Alkaloids- Berberine, Choline, Tinosporin;
Glycosides -Tinocordiside, Syringin, Pregnane;
Steroids -Giloestral,Tinosporone
Tinosporic acid;
Carbohydrate, Proteins, Amino acid, Volatile oil, Fatty acid.

Actions
Anti-stress activity
Learning and Memory booster
Antioxidant activity
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CONCLUSION
The present trend towards cosmetics with
therapeutic potency will continue and
several newer herbs will find place in
cosmetic world.
Judicious use of herbs for cosmetic
purpose will certainly provide solution to
various pathological changes.
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WITH THANKS..

THANKS.
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