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A Research on Formulation and Evaluation of a Stable Herbal Gel Containing Calendula Officinalis Extract for Topical Application.

Author(s) Mr. Ajay Singh, Mrs. Richa Agnihotri, Dr. Abhishek Soni, Dr. Chinu Kumari
Country India
Abstract The present research work was carried out to formulate and evaluate an herbal topical gel prepared from the flower extract of Calendula officinalis commonly known as marigold. Calendula officinalis has been traditionally used for the treatment of wounds, skin irritation, inflammation, and minor infections due to the presence of various bioactive constituents such as flavonoids, carotenoids, phenolic compounds, and saponins. The study focused on preparing a stable and skin-friendly herbal gel using Carbopol 940 as the gelling agent.
Fresh marigold flowers were collected, shade dried, powdered, and extracted using 70% ethanol by maceration method. The concentrated extract obtained was incorporated into the gel formulation containing propylene glycol, methyl paraben, propyl paraben, triethanolamine, and distilled water. The prepared gel was evaluated for different physicochemical parameters such as pH, Spreadability , homogeneity, and viscosity. The formulation showed a pH of 6.5, which is suitable for topical application and compatible with skin ph. The gel exhibited good Spreadability , smooth texture, satisfactory viscosity, and excellent homogeneity without any lumps or grittiness.
The findings of the study indicate that the formulated marigold herbal gel possesses acceptable physical characteristics and can be considered a promising herbal preparation for topical use. The formulation may provide soothing, moisturizing, and wound healing effects and could serve as a safe and effective alternative to synthetic topical preparations.
Keywords Calendula officinalis, Herbal Gel, Topical Formulation, Marigold Extract, Wound Healing, Anti-inflammatory Activity, Phytochemical Screening, Carbopol 940, Skin Application, Herbal Cosmetics, Antioxidant Activity, Herbal Drug Delivery, Physicochemical Evaluation, Natural Therapeutics, Topical Herbal Preparation.
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-06-03
DOI https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2026.v07i03.6031
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