Pharmaceutico Analytical study of Dhustur Tail & its conversion into cream. Array Section Other

Abstract

The knowledge of herbal medicines is gaining widespread acceptance at global level. Ayurveda, is a branch of science in which almost all medicinal preparations are derived from plants. Since ancient times, people are well aware with the concept of beauty and cosmetics. Importance of herbal medicines is mentioned in various ancient classical texts.Dhustur, one of the classical drugs of herbal origin, is used for the management of different disease conditions. Ayurvedic literature Bhaishajya Ratnavali has mentioned about Dhustur Tail.It is medicated oil used in Ayurveda for Asthi-Sandhi graha vinashanam, Asthi-Sandhi graha is caused by vitiated Vata Dosha, kapha dosha or Aaam dosha.

Today we are living in the world of cosmetics. To sustain in this world, we should develop alternate form of drug which will be safe, bioactive, easily available and potent. Asoils alone cannot restore the elasticity and flexibility of our epidermis. Therefore, considering our skin barrier composition, we need both oils and water in order to hydrate the skin efficiently. So, Oil can be converted into cream which will increase its ease and shelf life.The present study is about the preparation of Dhustur cream and its comparative Physico- chemical study with Dhustur oil. In this study conversion of oil into cream is done as it is easily acquired by society.