Author(s):
Vivek A. Waghere, Raj R. Pawar, Pranit Y. Nimse, Avinash A. Gunjal
Email(s):
avinashgunjal4247@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00011 
Address:
Vivek A. Waghere1, Raj R. Pawar1, Pranit Y. Nimse1, Avinash A. Gunjal2*
1Research Scholar, Siddhi’s Institute of Pharmacy, Nandgaon, Murbad, Thane - 421401, Maharashtra, India.
2Assistant Professor, Siddhi’s Institute of Pharmacy, Nandgaon, Murbad, Thane - 421401, Maharashtra, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 17,
Issue - 1,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Ayurveda's respected plant S. anacardium (Bhallataka) has strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and rejuvenating qualities that make it a promising candidate for use in herbal cosmeceuticals. It has long been used to treat conditions affecting the skin and scalp, but its promise for promoting hair growth, mending wounds, and preventing aging has lately attracted scientific attention. In addition to discussing contemporary extraction and analytical methods for their identification and standardization, the study emphasizes the phytochemical diversity of S. anacardium, particularly substances like anacardic acids, bhilawanols, and flavonoids. Notwithstanding these benefits, issues with toxicity, allergic potential, and formulation stability still exist, highlighting the need for improved delivery systems such as liposomes, nanoemulsions, and gels based on microneedles, as well as detoxifying (Shodhana). Furthermore, S. anacardium demonstrates synergistic potential when combined with complementary botanicals like Bhringraj, Amla, and Neem. The study, which combines contemporary pharmaceutical science with ancient Ayurvedic knowledge, emphasizes the necessity of clinical validation, formulation optimization, and regulatory compliance in order to make S. anacardium a widely recognized bioactive in herbal skincare and haircare formulations.
Cite this article:
Vivek A. Waghere, Raj R. Pawar, Pranit Y. Nimse, Avinash A. Gunjal. Potential of Semecarpus anacardium in Herbal Cosmeceuticals: From Traditional Hair Care to Modern Formulations. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2026; 17(1):60-8. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00011
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Vivek A. Waghere, Raj R. Pawar, Pranit Y. Nimse, Avinash A. Gunjal. Potential of Semecarpus anacardium in Herbal Cosmeceuticals: From Traditional Hair Care to Modern Formulations. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2026; 17(1):60-8. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00011 Available on: https://rjtcsonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-17-1-11
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