RESEARCH ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SHOWER GEL CONTAINING ALOE VERA EXTRACT

Description: This research formulated an Aloe vera moisturizing shower gel with physiological pH, effective cleansing, stable foaming, and pseudoplastic flow behavior. HET-CAM evaluation confirmed an acceptable safety profile, supporting its potential as a sustainable botanical personal care product.

The rising demand for sustainable, plant-based personal care has prompted interest in Aloe vera leaf gel, which contains over 75 bioactive compounds—notably acemannan—renowned for its humectant and cicatrizing properties. This study aimed to formulate and characterize an Aloe vera-based moisturizing shower gel. The developed formulation exhibited optimal wettability and cleansing efficacy, maintaining a physiological pH (5.5–6.5) compatible with the skin mantle. Rheological analysis confirmed pseudoplastic (shear-thinning) behavior, facilitating ease of application, with a static viscosity of 3.09 Pa·s. Furthermore, the product demonstrated robust foaming capacity and stability. Biocompatibility assessment using the HET-CAM model revealed a dose-dependent irritation profile: moderate irritation at high concentrations (≥25%), mild irritation at intermediate levels (5–10%), and no significant irritation at low concentrations (≤2.5%). These findings suggest that the Aloe vera shower gel is a viable, skin-safe alternative for dermatological applications, balancing functional performance with favorable safety profiles at appropriate dilution levels.

Organisation: Vinschool Smart City Vietnam

Innovator(s): Vu Mai Linh, Dang Bao Chau, Trinh Thanh Uyen, Ngo Quang An

Category: Medicine, Biotechnology and Medical Devices

Country: Vietnam