Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Face Serums as a Cosmeceutical Applications

Herbal face serums have gained considerable attention due to their lightweight texture, rapid absorption, and ability to deliver bioactive compounds effectively into the skin. The present study aimed to formulate and evaluate herbal face serums using natural ingredients such as aloe vera, licorice, green tea, guava, orange peel, carrot, amla, cucumber, and essential oils. Eight formulations were prepared using oil-in-water and dual-phase emulsion systems and evaluated for physicochemical parameters including pH, texture, spreadability, washability, irritability, homogeneity, and phase separation. The formulations exhibited acceptable skin-friendly pH, smooth texture, good spreadability, and satisfactory washability. Most formulations showed good stability and were non-irritating upon topical application. Among all formulations, S7 with orange peel extract, demonstrated superior stability and spreadability, indicating better overall performance. The findings suggest that herbal face serums formulated with natural bioactive ingredients can serve as safe, effective, and multifunctional skincare products with potential applications in cosmetic and cosmeceutical formulations.