Authors : Dr. Suneetha Yaparthi; B. Venkata Vikram; T. Gayathri; Syed Arshiya; Shaik Karishma

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 7 - July

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26jul1256

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Abstract : In comparison to synthetic treatments, herbal formulations have drawn a lot of interest since they are safe, effective, and have few adverse effects. The creation and assessment of a herbal balm comprising mint flowers, camphor, carom and eucalyptus for the topical treatment of pain, inflammation, and nasal congestion is the main goal of the study. Using beeswax and coconut oil as the foundation, the balm was made with predetermined concentrations of the active ingredients: eucalyptus oil (1%), carom oil (0.5%), camphor (1.5%), and mint oil (2%). In addition, natural excipients such as menthol, thymol and clove oil were incorporated to enhance the cooling effect and therapeutic value. For three months, the produced product was tested for homogeneity, viscosity, spreadability, stability, and organoleptic qualities under accelerated circumstances (40 ± 2°C/75% RH). The balm had a consistent, smooth texture, a nice scent, was easy to spread, and showed no signs of phase separation or fragrance loss. Patch. Testing on human volunteers revealed no irritation, and the pH and viscosity stayed within acceptable bounds. The overall findings indicate that the developed herbal balm is safe, stable, and effective for topical use as a natural analgesic and decongestant. Furthermore, it provides a soothing and cooling sensation, making it a useful formulation for the relief of headache, body pain, common cold, and nasal congestion. Further, clinical evaluation, standardization, and large-scale studies are recommended to confirm its therapeutic efficacy and safety for long-term use.

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