Formulation and Stability Test of Emulgel Extract of Butterfly Pea Flower (Clitoria ternatea L) as Lotion

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Cosmetic preparations derived from natural ingredients have the potential to become self-sufficient active raw materials with antioxidant activity. Natural ingredients provide a source of antioxidants, which can capture free radicals and prevent premature aging. Butterfly pea flower extract (Clitorea ternatea L) has antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-fungal activity. Making Emulgel preparations with the active ingredient of butterfly pea flower extract aims to increase the comfort and effectiveness of topical use as a cosmetic. Butterfly pea flower extraction was carried out by soaking the butterfly pea powder using 70% ethanol (1:5). Determination of total flavonoid content using AlCl3 and potassium acetate reagents with the Visible Spectrophotometry method. Emulgel extract of butterfly pea flower was prepared by varying the concentration of the extract (0.5%, 1.0%, and 2.0% w/w) and then mixed in an emulgel base using ultra turrax for 10 minutes. Furthermore, the Emulgel was tested to evaluate its physical properties and storage stability at room temperature on day 0 and day 28. Evaluation includes organoleptic observations and pH. The total content of total flavonoids in the ethanol extract of butterfly pea flowers was 5.74 ± 0.32 mgEQ. Formula III (2% EEBT) is the best formula based on organoleptic, pH, adhesion, spreadability, and room temperature stability tests