The present disclosure relates generally to the field of personal care products. More specifically, the disclosure is directed to an antimicrobial cleansing composition comprising naturally derived ingredients that are non-toxic and ecologically safe for use.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art. [0003] Cleansing compositions have become a global phenomenon and have developed into larger market, especially after the surge of COVID-19 pandemic. These cleansing compositions rely on thousands of different synthetic chemicals employed in personal care products purported for use on human skin. Most of these chemicals are actually found to cause adverse health risks but are still being used. [0004] Nowadays, taking note of the importance of natural ingredients in almost all the products to avoid harmful side-effects, many producers / manufacturers have started using natural ingredients along with the synthetic chemicals. However, all-natural cleansing compositions with adequate consumer performance with a limited number of raw materials is a daunting task. Further, the raw material availability is scarce when compared with the synthetic ingredients.
[0005] Additionally, the drawbacks currently associated with the naturally-derived antimicrobial cleansing formulations include costly, requirement of high concentrations for antimicrobial property, undesirable colors and odors, poor stability, and are not effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms. [0006] Further, prior art cleansing compositions do not combine effective moisturizing and cleansing properties using only naturally-derived, naturally-processed, safe, biodegradable ingredients.

[0007] Hence, there is an imminent need for economical and non-toxic eco-friendly
cleansing compositions which are effective against a broad spectrum of
microorganisms.
[0008] The present disclosure overcomes the deficiencies of the art by providing a
non-toxic eco-friendly cleansing compositions which are effective against a broad
spectrum of microorganisms.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0009] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly
antimicrobial cleaning composition that satisfies the existing needs, as well as
emerging ones, and generally overcomes the deficiencies found in the prior art.
[0010] An object of the present disclosure is to an eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition comprising naturally derived ingredients that are non-toxic
and ecologically safe for use.
[0011] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly
antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising alum and camphor.
[0012] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly
antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising essential oils.
[0013] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly
antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising soap-base, alum, camphor and
essential oils.
[0014] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly
antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising soap-base, alum, camphor and
essential oils for personal cleansing functionalities.
[0015] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly
antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising
a) soap-base;
b) turmeric powder;
c) alum powder;
d) camphor powder;
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f) Vitamin E oil;
g) Oregano oil;
h) Rosemary oil; and
i) Cinnamon oil. [0016] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising
a) soap-base (NaOH:water:coconut oil in the ratio of 8:20:50, respectively) ranging from about 50 %w/v to about 80 %w/v;
b) turmeric powder ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
c) alum powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
d) camphor powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
e) Tea-tree oil ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
f) Vitamin E oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
g) Oregano oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
h) Rosemary oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v; and i) Cinnamon oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v. [0017] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti¬fungal and anti-septic benefits.
[0018] Another object of the present disclosure is to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition substantially free of harmful chemicals. [0019] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for soothing skin ailments. [0020] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for surface cleansing applications. [0021] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for dishwashing applications. [0022] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for laundry applications. [0023] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition that is easily biodegradable.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0024] The present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning
composition that satisfies the existing needs, as well as emerging ones, and
generally overcomes the deficiencies found in the prior art.
[0025] The present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning
composition comprising naturally derived ingredients that are non-toxic and
ecologically safe for use.
[0026] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition comprising alum and camphor.
[0027] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition comprising essential oils.
[0028] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition comprising soap-base, alum, camphor and essential oils.
[0029] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition comprising soap-base, alum, camphor and essential oils for
personal cleansing functionalities.
[0030] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition comprising
a) soap-base;
b) turmeric powder;
c) alum powder;
d) camphor powder;
e) Tea-tree oil;
f) Vitamin E oil;
g) Oregano oil;
h) Rosemary oil; and
i) Cinnamon oil. [0031] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising
a) soap-base (NaOH:water:coconut oil in the ratio of 8:20:50, respectively) ranging from about 50 %w/v to about 80 %w/v;

b) turmeric powder ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
c) alum powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
d) camphor powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
e) Tea-tree oil ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
f) Vitamin E oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
g) Oregano oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
h) Rosemary oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v; and i) Cinnamon oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v. [0032] In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti¬fungal and anti-septic benefits.
[0033] In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition substantially free of harmful chemicals. [0034] In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for soothing skin ailments. [0035] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for surface cleansing applications. [0036] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for dishwashing applications. [0037] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition for laundry applications. [0038] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition that is easily biodegradable. [0039] Other aspects of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent from the description, or may be learnt by the practice of the invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0040] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated

variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as will be defined by the claims.
[0041] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
[0042] Reference throughout this specification to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. Thus, the appearances of the phrases "in one embodiment" or "in an embodiment" in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.
[0043] In some embodiments, numbers have been used for quantifying weights, percentages, ratios, and so forth, to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention and are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the term "about." Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the invention are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable. The numerical values presented in some embodiments of the invention may contain certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements.

[0044] Various terms as used herein are shown below. To the extent a term used in a claim is not defined below, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing.
[0045] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of "a," "an," and "the" includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of "in" includes "in" and "on" unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. [0046] Unless the context requires otherwise, throughout the specification which follow, the word "comprise" and variations thereof, such as, "comprises" and "comprising" are to be construed in an open, inclusive sense that is as "including, but not limited to."
[0047] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein.
[0048] All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. "such as") provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.
[0049] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified.

[0050] The description that follows, and the embodiments described therein, is provided by way of illustration of an example, or examples, of particular embodiments of the principles and aspects of the present disclosure. These examples are provided for the purposes of explanation, and not of limitation, of those principles and of the disclosure.
[0051] It should also be appreciated that the present disclosure can be implemented in numerous ways, including as a system, a method or a device. In this specification, these implementations, or any other form that the invention may take, may be referred to as processes. In general, the order of the steps of the disclosed processes may be altered within the scope of the invention.
[0052] The headings and abstract of the invention provided herein are for convenience only and do not interpret the scope or meaning of the embodiments. [0053] The following discussion provides many example embodiments of the inventive subject matter. Although each embodiment represents a single combination of inventive elements, the inventive subject matter is considered to include all possible combinations of the disclosed elements. Thus if one embodiment comprises elements A, B, and C, and a second embodiment comprises elements B and D, then the inventive subject matter is also considered to include other remaining combinations of A, B, C, or D, even if not explicitly disclosed. [0054] In an embodiment, the present disclosure focuses on an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising naturally derived ingredients that are non-toxic and ecologically safe for use i.e. herbal composition. [0055] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition" includes but not limited to a personal care product, such as a shampoo, conditioner, cream, lotion (such as body lotion), cosmetic, soap, and the like; a household product, such as a fabric softener, laundry detergent, hard surface cleaner, and the like; or a veterinary products such as pet shampoos, and the like. [0056] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition" can be a bar soap, liquid soap, shampoo, shaving soap, hair conditioner, skin care lotion, baby bath wash, moisturizer, conditioner, in-shower body moisturizer, body

wash, shower gel, hand soap, wet wipe, hand sanitizer, oral care product and the
like.
[0057] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition"
comprises ingredients that are naturally-derived, naturally-processed, safe, and
biodegradable.
[0058] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition"
provide textures, lathers, creaminess, glossiness, rinsing, colors and fragrances that
are equivalent to synthetic formulations.
[0059] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition" may
further comprise natural exfoliants include fruit seeds and fibers, grain powders,
nut/seed meal, oil/wax beads, sugar and jojoba beads.
[0060] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition" may
further comprise natural thickeners include those generally known to one skilled in
the art. For example, xanthan gum, carrageenan, gum arabic. Thickeners
[0061] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition" may
further comprise Essential oils include, but are not limited to, those obtained from
thyme, lemongrass, citrus, lemons, oranges, anise, clove, aniseed, pine, geranium,
roses, mint, lavender, citronella, eucalyptus, peppermint, sandalwood, vervain,
fleagrass, lemongrass, ratanhiae, cedar and mixtures thereof.
Preferred essential oils to be used herein are thyme oil, clove oil, geranium oil,
eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil, mint oil or mixtures thereof.
[0062] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition" may
further comprise components of natural origin including but not limited to a mildly
abrasive material, a colorant, a fragrant, a moisturizer, a conditioner, an anti-aging
agent, a skin lightening agent, a sunscreen, a sunless tanner, a softener, a
sequestering agent, a buffering agent, a pH adjusting agent, and the like.
[0063] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "cleaning composition"
provides benefits including cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or
altering appearance of the skin.

[0064] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "antimicrobial cleaning
composition" comprises anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-septic benefits
and the like.
[0065] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "antimicrobial cleaning
composition" is capable of killing or inhibiting bacteria, virus, yeast, fungi
including but not limited to Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis,
Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Burkholderia cepacia, Aspergillus
brasiliensis, Penicillium expansum, Trichoderma viride, Candida albicans,
coronavirus and the like.
[0066] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "antimicrobial cleaning
composition" prevents or treats diverse skin diseases including acne, pigmentation,
dermatitis, dry skin, oily skin, eczema, psoriasis, skin itching and the like; skin
allergy; and prevent the skin from being aged rapidly, thereby whitening the skin
and reducing skin wrinkles.
[0067] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition" has no adverse effect on the environment (GRAS, generally
regarded as safe) and can be used globally without regulatory limitations.
[0068] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition" comprises alum and camphor.
[0069] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition" comprises essential oils.
[0070] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition" comprises soap-base, alum, camphor and essential oils.
[0071] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "eco-friendly antimicrobial
cleaning composition" comprises
a) soap-base;
b) turmeric powder;
c) alum powder;
d) camphor powder;
e) Tea-tree oil;
f) Vitamin E oil;

g) Oregano oil;
h) Rosemary oil; and
i) Cinnamon oil. [0072] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the "eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition" comprises
a) soap-base (NaOH:water:coconut oil in the ratio of 8:20:50, respectively) ranging from about 50 %w/v to about 80 %w/v;
b) turmeric powder ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
c) alum powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
d) camphor powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
e) Tea-tree oil ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
f) Vitamin E oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
g) Oregano oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
h) Rosemary oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v; and i) Cinnamon oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v. [0073] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the disclosure, other and further embodiments of the disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art. EXAMPLES
[0074] The present disclosure is further explained in the form of following examples. However, it is to be understood that the foregoing examples are merely illustrative and are not to be taken as limitations upon the scope of the invention. Various changes and modifications to the disclosed embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention. [0075] Example 1: Eco-friendly antimicrobial bar soap composition

Table 1:

S.no Ingredients Quantity Properties
1. Soap Base-
• NaOH(lye)
• Water
• Coconut oil
(in ratio 8:20:50
respectively) 125 gm Soap base
2. Turmeric powder 5gm Antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and skin brightening
3. Camphor powder 10 gm antifungal
4. Alum Powder 10 gm Antibacterial
5. Tea-tree oil 10 ml Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antimicrobial
6. Vitamin E oil 5 ml Antioxidants and anti-inflammatory, skin moisturization
7. Oregno Oil 5 ml Anti-Viral
8. Rosemary oil 5 ml Anti-Viral, skin
hydration and
aromatic
9. Cinnamon oil 5 ml Anti-Viral
[0076] Example 2: Antimicrobial Study of Example 1
A solution made from the soap (Example 1) was weakly inoculated 4 times with
105 cfu/g and strongly inoculated once with 107-108 cfu/g of a bacterial and a
fungal composite. The bar soap was evaluated several times for microbial counts at
various days intervals after the first, the second and the fifth inoculation. The
inoculation was 50% free of microbes after the first (weak) inoculation, 95% free
of microbes after the second inoculation (medium) and 99% free of microbes after
the fifth inoculation (strong).
[0077] Example 3: Skin irritation testing of Example 1:
The soap-bar composition as prepared in the Example 1 is made into 25 g pockets
each and anonymously handed over to 5 male and 5 female subjects to test the
adverse effects or skin irritancy of the composition. Each of the subjects were

instructed to use the soaps to the back of subjects' hands continuously for 10 days. The subjects were observed for lesions, redness and irritation. None of the subjects reported of adverse effects or irritation while using or after using the composition.

We Claim:

1. An eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising soap-base, alum,
camphor, turmeric and essential oils, wherein
the soap-base comprises NaOH:water:coconut oil in the ratio of 8:20:50,
respectively,
characterized in that:
- the ingredients are naturally derived ingredients that are biodegradable and ecologically safe for use; and
- the composition substantially free of harmful chemicals.

2. The cleaning composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition is personal cleaning composition.
3. The cleaning composition as claimed in claim 2, wherein the composition is bar soap, liquid soap, shampoo, shaving soap, baby bath wash, moisturizer, conditioner, in-shower body moisturizer, body wash, shower gel, hand soap, wet wipe, hand sanitizer, or oral care product.

4. The cleaning composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition comprises tea-tree oil, vitamin E oil, oregano oil, rosemary oil, and cinnamon oil.
5. The cleaning composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition comprises anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-septic benefits.
6. An eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition comprising:
a) soap-base ranging from about 50 %w/v to about 80 %w/v;
b) turmeric powder ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
c) alum powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
d) camphor powder ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
e) Tea-tree oil ranging from about 4 %w/v to about 7 %w/v;
f) Vitamin E oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
g) Oregano oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v;
h) Rosemary oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v; and
i) Cinnamon oil ranging from about 1 %w/v to about 4 %w/v; wherein

the soap-base comprises NaOH:water:coconut oil in the ratio of 8:20:50,
respectively.
7. The composition as claimed in claim 6, wherein
a) turmeric powder acts as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin brightening agent;
b) alum powder acts as anti-bacterial agent;
c) camphor powder acts as anti-yeast and anti-fungal agent;
d) Tea-tree oil acts as antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial agent;
e) Vitamin E oil acts as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin moisturizing agent;
f) Oregano oil and cinnamon oil act as antiviral agents; and
g) Rosemary oil acts as skin hydrating and aromatic agent