Author(s):
Palini Gupta, Shivangi Das, Anju Mishra, Suruchi Prashad, Geetanjali Sahu
Email(s):
infoshubha1980@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2321-5844.2025.00001 
Address:
Palini Gupta*, Shivangi Das, Anju Mishra, Suruchi Prashad, Geetanjali Sahu
School of Pharmacy, CEC, Bilaspur, CG.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 16,
Issue - 1,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
The need for hair treatment items for cleansing, dyeing, altering texture, along with nourishing hair is on the rise. The prolonged use of chemical compounds may result in hair loss, graying, split ends, along with scalp diseases, including dandruff. Dandruff is a significant cosmetic issue that presents considerable healthcare concerns in both industrialized and underdeveloped nations. The Malassezia furfur fungus infestation results in the development of dandruff. This research aims to develop and assess an anti-dandruff shampoo with Bromelain. Bromelain, an enzyme, derived commercially from stem as well as fruit of Ananas comosus (Linn.) Merr, a pineapple plant. It is a non-toxic substance with significant therapeutic efficacy in alleviating scalp infections as well as inflammation. The developed shampoo underwent assessment criteria including a visual examination, dirt dispersion, pH measurement, antidandruff testing, viscosity analysis, foaming capacity, overall stability as well as foam stability research. Bromelain was determined to be a safer option, preserving the morphological integrity of hair fibers. It also imparts uniformity and lustre to hair.
Cite this article:
Palini Gupta, Shivangi Das, Anju Mishra, Suruchi Prashad, Geetanjali Sahu. Formulation and Characterization of Bromelain containing Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2025; 16(1):1-5. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2025.00001
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Palini Gupta, Shivangi Das, Anju Mishra, Suruchi Prashad, Geetanjali Sahu. Formulation and Characterization of Bromelain containing Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2025; 16(1):1-5. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2025.00001 Available on: https://rjtcsonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-16-1-1
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