Paper Key : IRJ************124
Author: Vasanthan.a ,senthil Kumar.k.l .gokulan .p.d , Vinoth . S
Date Published: 22 Apr 2024
Abstract
Mosquitoes Mosquitoes are one of the deadliest insects in the world Which cause number of vector-borne diseases (e.g Dengue, malaria, Zika virus fever, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis) in human being. Todays market is flooded chemical based mosquito repellent which were proved harmful & poisonous effects. The purpose of this study was to determine the herbal mosquito repellent activity of plant components like Eucalyptus globulus used to create safe and effective herbal mosquito repellent cream formulation. Ingredients used in the formulation were herbal based & ecofriendly. Since, it has no side effect. The formulated cream was evaluated that is non irritant and suitable for skin. Same formulations were evaluated for irritancy study, physical appearance, and stability etc. The present study demonstrates the potential for using essential oils from medicinal plants in mosquito repellent formulations.
DOI LINK : 10.56726/IRJMETS53265 https://www.doi.org/10.56726/IRJMETS53265