FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL KOKUM BUTTER BASED-BODY BUTTER ENRICHED WITH NATURAL EXTRACTS AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR SKIN HYDRATION AND NOURISHMENT

The aim of the present study was to develop and evaluate a Polyherbal kokum-based body butter using kokum butter (Garcinia indica), shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa), aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis), vitamin E, coconut oil, olive oil, and lavender oil. For providing a deep hydration and nourishment to the skin. The formulated product was evaluated for physicochemical parameters, moisturizing efficacy and sensory characteristics. To ensure stability and consumer acceptability. The polyherbal kokum-based body butter was assessed by using organoleptic properties, pH, viscosity, homogeneity, spread ability and stability studies. The organoleptic evaluation included assessment of Color, Odor, appearance, and texture. The optimized formulation shown acceptable organoleptic properties, suitable pH close to skin pH and good spread ability. The ex vivo skin retention studies shows the results indicate that kokum butter– based body butter exhibits good skin retention properties, making it suitable for prolonged topical application. The study conclude that the formulated kokum butter-based body butter is safe, effective and has good moisturizing, nourishing properties for skin application.