TY  - JOUR
T1  - Formulation and Characterization of Moisturizing Cream Based on Natural Oils and Emulsifying Agents
AU - Kinani, Ahmad AB
        
JO  - ACE Journal of Research Studies in Biosciences
VL  - 6
IS  - 1
SP  - 27
EP  - 42
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2001/08/19
SN  - 2520-3916
DO  - acerjrsb.2026.27.42
UR  - https://theacepublications.com/article-detail.php?art=295-ACE-JRSB
KW  - Moisturizing cream
KW  -Natural oils 
KW  -Essential oils
KW  -Oil-in-water emulsion 
KW  -Cosmetic formulation 
KW  -Skin hydration
AB  - The present study aimed to formulate and characterize an oil-in-water facial moisturizing cream based on natural oils, essential oils, and suitable emulsifying agents for cosmetic skin care application. Coconut oil (8%), almond oil (6%), and paraffin oil (5%) were incorporated as moisturizing and emollient agents, while lavender oil (0.5%) and rose oil (0.3%) were used to improve fragrance and provide additional soothing and antioxidant properties. Glyceryl Monostearate (6%) was utilized as the primary emulsifying agent for stabilization of the emulsion system. The moisturizing cream was prepared using the hot emulsification technique involving separate heating of oil and aqueous phases at 70 ± 2°C followed by controlled emulsification, homogenization, cooling, and incorporation of heat-sensitive ingredients. The prepared formulation was evaluated for physicochemical and cosmetic characteristics including appearance, pH, viscosity, spread ability, homogeneity, wash ability, skin compatibility, and stability. The formulated cream exhibited smooth texture, uniform consistency, pleasant aromatic odor, and absence of phase separation. The pH of the formulation was found to be 5.6 ± 0.2, indicating compatibility with normal facial skin physiology. The viscosity of the cream was approximately 24,500 ± 500 cP, demonstrating suitable semisolid consistency and spread ability for facial application. The formulation also showed good homogeneity, satisfactory wash ability, minimal irritation potential, and acceptable physical stability under different storage conditions. The results of the present study indicate that stable and cosmetically elegant moisturizing creams can be successfully formulated using natural oils, essential oils, and appropriate pharmaceutical excipients. The prepared formulation demonstrated promising moisturizing properties and favorable physicochemical characteristics suitable for topical facial skin care application.
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