Formulation and Evaluation of an Herbal Powder Hand Wash Containing Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) Bark

The primary goal of the current study was to create and assess a herbal powder hand wash with Arjuna bark as the main active component. The formulation was created to retain skin hydration while offering efficient washing with few adverse effects. Additional herbal ingredients like Ashoka bark, Reetha, Aloe vera, and lemon were added along with appropriate excipients to improve the overall cleansing and skin-conditioning qualities. Based on initial testing, three formulations (F1, F2, and F3) were created and refined. Key characteristics such as color, odor, pH, viscosity, particle size, soap index, antibacterial activity, and potential for skin irritation were assessed for each formulation and finally F3 batch was selected. The outcomes demonstrated the created herbal powder hand wash's acceptability as a natural and skin-friendly washing solution by confirming that it satisfied the required physicochemical and functional qualities.