ABSTRACT

Acne is a persistent skin problem that happens when dead skin cells obstruct hair follicles. The various types include spots, blackheads, whiteheads, inflammations, redness, or oily skin. There are two types of acne: inflammatory and non-inflammatory. The main objective of this research was to formulate and evaluate topical gel using Spirulina platensis, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. The method used for gel preparation was by extracting spirulina extract by using sonication process and further purified by dialysis method. The topical gel was prepared using extract of Spirulina platensis along with Vitamin C and Vitamin E. The prepared gel was kept at room temperature for 24 hours and the further evaluations were carried out. The result showed that spirulina has good anti-acne, antioxidant and anti-wrinkle property. It was concluded from study that the formulation with concentration 0.2% Spirulina platensis was appropriate formulation for topical treatment of acne and wrinkles. Keywords: Spirulina platensis, anti-acne, anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, antioxidant
Publication date: 01/03/2024

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2024/13.3.7375