A Review on Use of Natural Retinoid Bakuchiol and Natural Anti-Microbial Agent Tea Tree Oil in Anti Acne Gel Formulation

Abstract

Acne is prevalent issue among today's youth concerning for good appearance; various synthetic anti acne gel is employed, but they can result in numerous side effects such as that may be controlled by using Herbal anti acne gels. They provide mild or no adverse effects. Bakuchiol one of the natural retinol and alternative has been exposed to have anti-microbial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory qualities. TTO (tea tree oil) exhibit wide range of anti-microbial activity, whereas aloe vera gel serves as natural moisturising agent and soothing agent. Therefore, using Herbal ingredients in the formulation might lower expenses and give enhanced safer activity. This formulation is prepared by coarse dispersion method, cold method, and fusion method. To achieve improved result, the course dispersion method can be used, which will maintain stability for an extended period as it does not segregate.