Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Soap with Antibacterial and Dermatological Benefits: A Polymer Chemistry Approach

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Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | 05 | Page :
    By

    Swati B Udugade,

  • Pradeep J Patil,

  • Sachinkumar V Patil,

  • Sarika S Suryawanshi,

  • Prashant S Kumbhar,

  • Sachin S Mali,

  1. Associate Professor, Krishna Institute of Pharmacy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad, Maharashtra, India
  2. Associate Professor, Ashokrao Mane College of Pharmacy, Peth-Vadgaon, Maharashtra, India
  3. Professor, Ashokrao Mane College of Pharmacy, Peth-Vadgaon, Maharashtra, India
  4. Associate Professor, Ashokrao Mane College of Pharmacy, Peth-Vadgaon, Maharshtra, India
  5. Assistant Professor, Ashokrao Mane College of Pharmacy, Peth-Vadgaon, Maharshtra, India
  6. Professor, Y. D. Mane Institute of Pharmacy, Kagal, Maharshtra, India

Abstract

This study investigates the formulation and evaluation of polyherbal soap composed of extracts from Vitex negundo, Azadirachta indica, and Curcuma longa. These plants possess significant antibacterial, dermatological, and skin-nourishing properties. The soap formulation follows a saponification process using coconut oil and sodium hydroxide as primary reactants, incorporating polymer chemistry principles in soap structuring and stability. Polymers such as polysaccharides and fatty acid chains contribute to the stability, viscosity, and foaming properties of the soap, ensuring better emulsification of herbal extracts. Physicochemical parameters, including pH, foam height, and antimicrobial efficacy, were assessed to determine the formulation’s effectiveness. The formulated soap demonstrated excellent antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with inhibition zones of 16 mm and 11 mm, respectively. Additionally, polymeric surfactants were observed to enhance the retention of bioactive compounds, ensuring prolonged antimicrobial efficacy. The structural characteristics of the polymeric matrix also improved the soap’s hydration properties, making it more suitable for skin nourishment. The findings suggest that polyherbal soap is a viable natural alternative for skincare, offering protective and therapeutic benefits while leveraging polymeric interactions to enhance soap performance. The integration of polymer chemistry into herbal soap formulations presents an innovative approach to improving product quality, stability, and efficiency in personal care applications.

Keywords: Polyherbal soap, antibacterial activity, saponification, polymer chemistry, skin nourishment.

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Swati B Udugade, Pradeep J Patil, Sachinkumar V Patil, Sarika S Suryawanshi, Prashant S Kumbhar, Sachin S Mali. Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Soap with Antibacterial and Dermatological Benefits: A Polymer Chemistry Approach. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(05):-.
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Swati B Udugade, Pradeep J Patil, Sachinkumar V Patil, Sarika S Suryawanshi, Prashant S Kumbhar, Sachin S Mali. Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Soap with Antibacterial and Dermatological Benefits: A Polymer Chemistry Approach. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(05):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=225019


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Volume 13
05
Received 12/03/2025
Accepted 23/05/2025
Published 29/08/2025
Publication Time 170 Days
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