Development and Evaluation of a Herbal Exfoliating Soap Using Natural Powders and Bioactive Agents

Research into eco-friendly and multipurpose skincare products has been spurred by the growing demand for natural and herbal cosmetics. The herbal exfoliating soap formulation presented in this study includes natural abrasives (rice powder, masoor dal, barley flour), bioactive herbal powders (multanimitti, rose powder, turmeric), moisturising agents (aloe vera, honey, coconut oil, castor oil), and antimicrobial oils (neem oil, lemongrass, camphor). Effective exfoliation, oil control, antibacterial action, skin whitening, and moisturization are all demonstrated by the soap. pH, hardness, lathering, and exfoliation effectiveness are among the evaluation criteria. This formulation can be developed for small-scale production and offers a natural, safe substitute for synthetic exfoliating soaps.