Herbal Lipsticks

Cosmetics like lipsticks are applied on the thinnest part of skin to color, beautify and protect from harsh environmental conditions. Conventional lipsticks are made of artificial colours stabilized by additives and preservatives. The absorption of potentially toxic elements is very high in the lips and may significantly increase the carcinogenic risk to humans. The concern about safety and health of consumers has opened up plethora of opportunity for natural pigments and colours in cosmetics industry. 

In this context, CSIR-IHBT developed an eco-friendly, green process for formulation of lipstick consisting of natural pigments from plants/vegetables sources. Although lipstick is a small segment of the cosmetics industry, it attracts a market worth USD 8 billion globally.

CSIR-IHBT developed an eco-friendly, green process for formulation of lipstick consisting of natural pigments from plants/vegetables sources. Although lipstick is a small segment of the cosmetics industry, it attracts a market worth USD 8 billion globally.

1.Green process of colour extraction

2.Natural colours with high temperature and light stability

3.Non toxic

4.Free from heavy metals and preservatives