Author(s):
Arpana Ajay Bachhav, Sanjusha Sanjay Birari, Javesh K. Patil, S. P. Pawar
Email(s):
bachhavarpana588@gmail.com , javesh4u@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00015 
Address:
Arpana Ajay Bachhav, Sanjusha Sanjay Birari, Javesh K. Patil, S. P. Pawar
Department of Pharmaceutics, P.S.G.V.P. Mandals College of Pharmacy, Shahada, Maharashtra - 425409
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 17,
Issue - 1,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
The increasing demand for natural skincare products has sparked interest in using herbal ingredients to manage acne. This review focuses on the effectiveness of a herbal face wash will be made with extracts from the leaves of the Peepal tree (Ficus religiosa), Custard apple (Annona squamosa), Aloe vera, lemon juice, Rose water, Neem, Manjishtha and Lodhara. These plants are known in traditional medicines for their antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, making them good options for addressing common acne issues like bacterial infections, excess oil production, and skin damage caused by oxidative stress This review highlights the benefits of the herbal face wash, such as its gentle nature, suitability for different skin types, and the combined effects of the plant extracts. This review assesses the effectiveness of the Anti-Acne Herbal Facewash, a skincare product with natural herbal ingredients to combat acne and promote clearer skin. The face wash should be soft enough for delicate skin while reducing acne, controlling excess oil, and calming inflammation.
Cite this article:
Arpana Ajay Bachhav, Sanjusha Sanjay Birari, Javesh K. Patil, S. P. Pawar. Review on Anti Acne Herbal Facewash Gel. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2026; 17(1):89-7. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00015
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Arpana Ajay Bachhav, Sanjusha Sanjay Birari, Javesh K. Patil, S. P. Pawar. Review on Anti Acne Herbal Facewash Gel. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2026; 17(1):89-7. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00015 Available on: https://rjtcsonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-17-1-15
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