Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology
SCOPUS
  • Year: 2025
  • Volume: 18
  • Issue: 12

Formulation of Herbal Oil using The Leaves of Psidium guajava and its Characterization

  • Author:
  • S Srividya1,*, Sumaiya Banu2, B R Malathi3, N Premjanu4, R Revathy5, G Sridevi6
  • Total Page Count: 4
  • Published Online: May 28, 2026
  • Page Number: 5651 to 5654

1Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital, Chennai

2CRRI, Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital, Chennai

3Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital, Chennai

4Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital, Chennai

5Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital, Chennai

6Professor and Head, Department of Physiology, SRM Dental College, Ramapuram, Bharathi Salai, Chennai

*Corresponding Author E-mail:sridevig1@srmist.edu.in

Online Published on 28 May, 2026.

Abstract

A herbal oil made from the leaves of Psidium guajava L. (guava) was made and put through a variety of tests, including sensitivity, irritation, grittiness, specific gravity, pH, acid value, saponification value, ester value, and physical characteristics including colour, density, and odour. The oil's chemical composition was further examined using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GCMS). The oil's smooth texture was revealed by grittiness, and the sensitivity test showed no signs of irritation, redness, or noticeable skin changes. FTIR revealed the oil's chemical composition, whereas GCMS revealed the bioactive substances that may provide the oil antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-dandruff properties. After completing its biological action, Psidium guajava leaf oil may be used as a herbal hair oil to treat bacterial infections and dandruff.

Keywords

Psidium guajava, Guava leaves, Herbal oil, Hair oil, Sensitivity test