Study of the Physical Properties, Safety and Effectiveness of an Organic Ointment

• Published in: Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology Vol. 43; no. 5; pp. 19 - 25
• Main Authors: Sitapha, Ouattara, Elisee, Kporou Kouassi, Mathieu, Kra Adou Koffi, Francis, Yapo Adou, Ahoua, Yapi, Joseph, Djaman Allico
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 16.04.2024
• ISSN: 2457-1024; 2457-1024
• DOI: 10.9734/cjast/2024/v43i54374

Introduction: Women have always used cosmetics to maintain their hair in order to become pretty. Aim: To help this category of people with non-harmful ointments, an ointment made from palm kernel oil and shea butter was developed. Methods: In the presence of water, the palm kernel paste was boiled at 100°C to bring the oil to the surface of the water. The supernatant is collected in a kettle, and after cooling and filtration is collected in a bottle. The shea butter (used as an excipient) is melted in a bain-marie, then the required quantity is added to the corresponding palm kernel oil in a container.The mixture is homogenized until a single phase is obtained, then poured directly into 150mL jars. The jars were then left to stand at a temperature below 30°C until the contents solidified. Results: Physical, chemical, microbiological and other tests showed that the ointment was suitable use. Conclusion: The organic ointment showed better performance in hair growth in rabbits and could be a fundamental element in the formulation of ointments for human hair growth.