ANTIOXIDANT-ENRICHED HERBAL LIPSTICK DEVELOPED FROM BLACK CARROT AND RED CABBAGE EXTRACTS: COMPARATIVE EVALUATION WITH MARKETED FORMULATION
Keerthiga S.*, Atchaya K., Arun Bharath P., Guruprasanth M., Hari Nandhini A., Dr. R. Srinivasan, N. Jayaramakani, R. Thelshath
ABSTRACT
The present project focuses on the formulation of a natural lipstick using plant-based colorants derived from Red Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) and Black Carrot (Daucus carota ssp. Sativus var. atrorubens). The primary objective of this study is to develop a safe, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative to synthetic lip colorants by utilizing anthocyanin-rich extracts. Pigments were extracted using 70% lab-grade ethanol to ensure efficient solubility and color intensity. Seeds were removed prior to grinding to enhance purity and yield of the color extract. Both extracts were tested separately and in combination to evaluate their compatibility, stability, and aesthetic appeal in the final formulation. The lipstick was prepared using standard ingredients such as beeswax, cocoa butter castor oil etc to ensure proper consistency, spreadability, and moisturizing properties. Preliminary evaluation showed good texture, acceptable pH, and pleasing color with satisfactory adherence to lips. This study demonstrates the potential of natural colorants in cosmetic applications, supporting the growing demand for herbal and chemical-free personal care products. And comparing it with marketed formulation.
Keywords: Plant based colorants, eco-friendly, aesthetic appeal, cosmetic applications, and chemical-free personal care.
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