Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of Traditional Ayurvedic Herbal Body Deodorants: A Review

Nishshanka N.A.R.R; Dilusha U.K.S.; Akanksha; Sason R

doi:10.21760/jaims.9.6.39

Nishshanka N.A.R.R Post Graduate Scholar, P.G. Department of Agada Tantra, R.G. Govt. P.G. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Paprola, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Dilusha U.K.S. Community Medical Officer, Department of Ayurveda, Uva Province, B.A.M.S., University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Akanksha Post Graduate Scholar, P.G. Department of Agada Tantra, R.G. Govt. P.G. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Paprola, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Sason R Lecturer, P.G. Department of Agada Tantra, R.G. Govt. P.G. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Paprola, Himachal Pradesh, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.9.6.39

Keywords: Deodorant, Body odor, cosmetic, toxin, Kamarathnaya, Skin

Abstract

Cosmetics are substances that can be applied to the human body for cleaning, beautification, enhancing beauty, and altering the appearance without changing the body's composition or functions. The cosmetics sector is widely dispersed and highly lucrative, and standard maintenance is considerably more vital; people utilize these items. The unspoken reality is that it is rarely completed. Due to that reason, the demand for herbal cosmetics has grown in the personal care industry, but their quality and standards are questioned due to potential health risks from toxins and heavy metals. Modern deodorants often contain chemicals such as aluminum compounds and parabens, which have been linked to health concerns like skin irritation and potential long-term effects. Traditional medicine and Ayurveda both mention various herbal remedies with major cosmetic applications. The ancient Ayurvedic text Kama Rathnaya, written by Nagabhattacharya, contains various herbal formulas for cosmetic purposes. This review was done on an herbal powder that is used to get rid of unpleasant body odor. Ingredients are Dadima, Yashtimadhu, Lodhra, Padma, and Pichumarda. Madhura Rasa, Snighdha Guna, Sheeta Veerya, and Madhura Vipaka are present in the majority of these herbs. And also contains Krimighna, Kushtaghna, and Daha Hara properties. There has also been evidence of anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory activities. Additional in vitro and in vivo research must be done to confirm this medication's cosmetic effects.

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