Development and Standardisation of Facial Kit for Skin Rejuvenation: A Novel Ayurvedic Cosmetology Remedy

Introduction: The importance of having healthy skin drives the demand for herbal and safe products that led to the development of a novel Ayurvedic facial kit by using Yashtimadhu Taila (Liquorice oil) and Modified Shastika Shali Pinda Sweda (Navara rice bolus sudation) for facial skin rejuvenation. Aim: To introduce a novel, natural procedure in Ayurvedic cosmetology and standardise the formulation of a facial kit. Materials and Methods: This was an in-vitro, experimental, laboratory-based formulation study. The formulation was prepared at Dr. DY Patil University- School of Ayurveda, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, India and all analytical evaluations were carried out at Adhrsya Lifesciences, a certified laboratory. For this invitro study, a facial kit was developed in sequential stages as part of an experimental, laboratory-based formulation study. Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra, Liquorice) and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis, Indian Gooseberry) were authenticated and subjected to phytochemical analysis. Yashtimadhu Taila was prepared and standardised as per classical Ayurvedic reference. A modified Shastika Shali Pinda Pottali (Navara rice bolus bag) incorporating Yashtimadhu was prepared, standardised and subjected to nutritional analysis. Finally, the kit was assembled, consisting of Yashtimadhu Taila, the prepared bolus for massage and Mukha Lepa (face pack) derived from the paste of opened bolus bags. Results: Nutritional analysis of Shastika Shali Pinda (bolus) revealed the presence of Antioxidant, Antibacterial properties along with essential nutrients such as Vitamin-A, B, D and E, minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, as well as protein, carbohydrate, Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA) and Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA). Standardisation confirmed that Yashtimadhu Taila and Shastika Shali Pinda met the required quality parameters, demonstrating compliance with safety and quality parameters. Conclusion: The tests on Yashtimadhu Taila (oil) and Shastika Shali Pinda (bolus) confirm that they are safe for use and possess properties beneficial for improving skin health.