The present invention relates to an herbal composition. Specifically, the present
invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition and method of preparation thereof. The present invention further relates to an herbal hand-wash composition, which is a unique synergistic combination of three natural antimicrobial essential oils, non-toxic and cheaper foaming agents, non- toxic moisturizing ingredient, Safe thickening agent and mild disinfectant.
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] Infectious diseases are caused by organisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. Humans get sick if these organisms enter inside the human beings. These can cause serious illness. Human beings (especially their hands) come into the contact of the infectious organisms e.g. Salmonella, E. coli etc. in many obvious ways like after using toilets and, handling contaminated things like food water etc. When these germs get onto hands and are not washed off, they can enter the body of a person and make people sick. Moreover, these infected people can transmit the infectious organisms to other persons also. So hand hygiene defined as any method that removes or destroys microorganisms on hands, is very important. [0004] To remove or destroy hand associated pathogens, it is important to clean hands properly. There are many hand hygiene products such as soaps, hand-washes, sanitizers etc. available in the market and are categorized into two types: Synthetic and Natural hand hygiene products. Synthetic hand hygiene products- These include soaps, hand-wash, sanitizers made of chemicals. These chemical compositions are not safe to human skin and can cause side effects like irritation, itching, dermatitis etc. due to the presence of toxic chemicals in it. Natural hand hygiene products- These include soaps, hand-wash, sanitizers made of herbal compositions such as extracts of Neem, Tulsi Alovera, having antimicrobial properties. These herbal extract

compositions contain fewer or negligible amounts of chemicals. They are mild and do not cause skin irritations and are regarded as safe and healthy to human skin. But the desired properties such as fragrance, foaming, moistening of the existing herbal hand-wash are enhanced by further addition of toxic chemicals. This again defeats the purpose and claim of being called herbal product.
[0005] There are many commercial hand hygiene products such as soaps, hand-wash, sanitizers etc. available in the market. Although they can remove or destroy the microorganisms (due to antimicrobial property) from hands but contain harmful synthetic compounds in them. The presence of various toxic chemicals used in the existing hand-wash and their side effects is given below:
[0006] Triclosan- It is a chemical with antimicrobial property added into hand-wash. It is carcinogenic, cause birth defects, and damage human organs.
[0007] Sodium Lauryl Sulfate- It is used as a foaming agent and approximately 90% of personal care products that foam (hand-wash, toothpaste, soaps etc.) contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate in them but it damages cell membrane, causes hair loss, skin and eye irritation, organ toxicity, developmental/reproductive toxicity, neurotoxicity, endocrine disruption and cancer, as reported by the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep database.
[0008] Parabens- Parabens is used as a preservative in hand-wash. It causes diminished muscle mass and also results in extra fat storing and causing human breast tumors. [0009] Ureas- It has antimicrobial property but it causes joint pain, heart irregularities, and a weakened immune system and Dermatitis.
[0010] Synthetic Colors- Animal studies have shown almost all of the colors used in hand-wash are carcinogenic. Synthetic colors may deposit toxins onto the skin, causing skin sensitivity and irritation.
[0011] Diethanolamine (DEA)- It is used as a wetting agent in hand-wash. It is toxic as it can cause cancer, developmental/reproductive toxicity, allergies/immunotoxicity and organ system toxicity.
[0012] Propylene Glycol, Propylene Oxide, and Polyethylene Glycol- These are used in hand-wash as anti freeze agents and are listed on the food and drug administration government website as known carcinogens. They also weaken skin cells.

[0013] Synthetic Fragrance- Synthetic fragrances often contain phthalates, which are endocrine disrupters that mimic hormones and may alter genital development.
[0014] 1, 4-Dioxane- It is used as foaming agent in hand-wash. It is known to cause cancer. [0015] Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol) - It is a common ingredient in hand sanitizer. It is linked to cause cancer, birth defects, developmental/reproductive toxicity and organ system toxicity. [0016] Benzalkonium Chloride (BAC) - It is used as a preservative in hand-wash. It causes cancer, allergies/immunotoxicity and organ system toxicity.
[0017] Moisturizing ingredients- Existing hand-wash compositions contain moisturizing ingredients like guar, proteins, silicones, esters etc. in them. These moisturizers leave hands feeling moisturized but do not provide a "clean" feeling. For hand-wash such "clean" feeling is very important.
[0018] US6117828A discloses a hand-wash composition comprising cationic wheat protein (as skin benefit agent, antibacterial agent (e.g., Triclosan, alcohol) moisturizing agents (PEG 800, glycerin, guar). The composition of this invention has antimicrobial property but uses synthetic antimicrobial agent triclosan in it which is carcinogenic, cause birth defects, and damage human organs. Moreover, the composition also contains guar which rather softens the skin but do not possesses antimicrobial property. WO2010106417A2 discloses an herbal personal care formulation and its use in hand-wash face wash, and body lotion. This formulation comprises of extracts of herbs (Azadirachta indica, Curcuma longa, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Asparagus racemosus, Tif|ospora cordifolia and Sida cordifolia), enzyme based preservatives, Decyl Glucoside and Coco Glucoside as surfactants, Glycerin, amaze-XT, Natural Vitamin E, Potassium Sorbate and Bio vert. Although the formulation has antimicrobial property but it contain some toxic compounds in it e.g. Potassium Sorbate and Bio vert which are known to be allergic and can cause skin irritation and itching. Indian patent application no. 1192/DEL/2012 discloses an herbal hand-wash formulation comprising the extracts obtained from flowers of Thumbai (Leucas aspera), roots of chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), dried fioiits of bahera (Terminalia belerica), and leaves of chaste tree (Vitex negundo), essential oils of vach (Acorus calamas), lemon grass oil, tea tree oil and Eucalyptus oil is provided. Although the composition is used in herbal hand-wash but the composition lacks any color, fragrance, moisturizing agent, foaming agent which makes it a poor quality hand-wash.

Patel, A., et al., 2017 disclose another formulation and evaluation of herbal hand-wash containing ethanolic extract of Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract wherein herbal hand-wash composition is made of Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, and sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS). Although this composition has antimicrobial property but it contains sodium lauryl sulphate which is not safe to human skin as it damages cell membranes and cause hair loss, skin and eye irritation. Moreover, this hand-wash does not contain any moisturizer in it thus can make hands dry. Sharma, A., et al., 2016 discloses a formulation of hand-wash made of Madhuca indica bark extracts, sodium lauryl sulphate and extracts of lemon grass. Although this composition has antimicrobial property but it contains sodium lauryl sulphate in it which is not safe to human skin as it damages cell membranes and cause hair loss, skin and eye irritation. Moreover, this hand-wash does not contain any moisturizer in it and can make hands dry. Suresh C. et al., 2016 discloses an herbal hand-wash composition made of carbapol, glycerin, Cymbopogon citrate, Azadiracta indica leaf extracts, sodium lauryal sulphate, propyl paraben, and triethanolamine. Although this composition has antimicrobial property but it contains sodium lauryl sulphate in it which is not safe to human skin as it damages cell membranes and cause hair loss, skin and eye irritation. Moreover, it also contains paraben which is carcinogenic and is known to cause breast cancer.
[0019] Therefore, inspite of a variety of hand-wash compositions disclosed and worked upon, most of them are not safe to use as they contain one or more toxic chemicals. There is, therefore, a need to develop new hand wash compositions, which can overcome deficiencies associated with the known arts. The current invention is way superior than current methods as it is discloses an herbal hand-wash composition which is unique combination of non-toxic ingredients, safe to human skin. Moreover, the present invention is composed in an eco-friendly manner.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0020] An object of the present invention is to provide an herbal hand-wash composition and method of preparation thereof.
[0021] Another object is to disclose an herbal hand-wash composition that is non-toxic, cheaper, safe and provides medicinal benefits to the human skin.

[0022] Yet another object of the present invention is to disclose an herbal hand-wash
composition which contains natural color and fragrance and there is no need to add extra color
and fragrance to the composition.
[0023] Still another object of the present invention is to provide a method for the preparation of
the herbal hand-wash composition.
[0024] Another object of the present invention is to provide an herbal hand-wash composition,
which exhibit antimicrobial properties.
[0025] Another object of the present invention is to provide an herbal hand-wash composition
which is devoid of any toxic chemicals.
[0026] Another object of the present invention is to provide an herbal hand-wash composition
which is made in an eco-friendly manner.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0027] This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form
that are further described below in Detailed Description section. This summary is not intended to
identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be
used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0028] The present invention relates to an herbal composition. Specifically, the present
invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition and method of preparation thereof.
[0029] In one aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition, which
exhibit antimicrobial properties.
[0030] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
which is devoid of any toxic chemicals.
[0031] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
which is a unique synergistic mixture of three natural essential oils, along with other ingredients.
[0032] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
comprising natural essential oils, surfactants, moisturizing ingredient, thickening agent and
disinfectant.
[0033] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein natural essential oils have anti-microbial properties.

[0034] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein the natural essential oils can be selected from Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil, Cardamom oil
and the like.
[0035] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein surfactants can be selected from sodium laryal ether sulphate, Coco-Diethanolamide,
Coco-amido propyl betaine and the like.
[0036] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein moisturizing ingredient can be selected from Tween-80 and the like.
[0037] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein thickening agent can be selected from NaCl and the like.
[0038] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein disinfectant can be selected from Ethanol and the like.
[0039] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
comprising Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil, Cardamom oil, sodium laryal ether sulphate, Coco
Di ethanol amide, Coco amido propyl betaine, Tween-80, NaCl and Ethanol.
[0040] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
Eucalyptus oil in an amount ranging from about 0.1%> to about 0.25%> by weight of the
composition.
[0041] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
pine oil in an amount ranging from about 0.1%> to about 0.25%> by weight of the composition.
[0042] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
cardamom oil in an amount ranging from about 0.1%> to about 0.25%> by weight of the
composition.
[0043] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention is a unique
synergistic mixture of three natural antimicrobial essential oils namely Eucalyptus oil, Pine oi,
and Cardamom oil.
[0044] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention exhibits
antimicrobial properties due to the essential oils being used, which are non-toxic, readily
available, cheaper, safe and provide medicinal benefits to the human skin. They also provide
natural color and fragrance to the hand-wash composition and there is no need to add extra color
and fragrance to the composition.

[0045] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
sodium laryal ether sulphate in an amount ranging from about 10% to about 20% by weight of
the composition.
[0046] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
Coco Diethanolamide in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 2%, by weight of the
composition.
[0047] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
Coco amido propyl betaine in an amount ranging from about 4% to about 5% by weight of the
composition.
[0048] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
Tween-80 in an amount ranging from about 3% to about 4%, by weight of the composition.
[0049] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
NaCl in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 2.5%, by weight of the composition.
[0050] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
ethanol in an amount ranging from about 4% to about 5%, by weight of the composition. The
composition contains very less amount of ethanol and is thus safe for cleaning hands.
[0051] In another aspect, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention comprises
Eucalyptus oil 0.25 %, Pine oil 0.25 %, Cardamom oil 0.25 %, sodium laryal ether sulphate 20
%, Coco Diethanolamide 2%, Coco amido propyl betaine 5%, Tween-80 4%, NaCl 2.5% and
Ethanol 5 %.
[0052] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a process for preparation of a herbal
hand-wash composition comprising Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil, Cardamom oil, sodium laryal ether
sulphate, Coco Diethanolamide, Coco amido propyl betaine, Tween-80, NaCl and Ethanol.
[0053] In another aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
which is made in an eco-friendly manner, wherein two of the essential oils used in the present
composition are extracted from agro-waste namely, Pine and Eucalyptus leaves.
[0054] In one aspect, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition,
which exists as a free flowing liquid, thick viscous liquid or thick gel.
[0055] 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.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS THE INVENTION
[0056] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further illustrate aspects of the present disclosure. The disclosure may be better understood by reference to the drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specific embodiments presented herein. Figure 1: Viscosity of liquid herbal hand-wash at different spindle rpm
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0057] 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 defined by the appended claims.
[0058] 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.
[0059] 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. [0060] In some embodiments, the numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, properties such as concentration, reaction conditions, and so forth, used to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention 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.
[0061] 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.
[0062] 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."
[0063] 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. 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.
[0064] 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 thus fulfilling the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.

[0065] 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.
[0066] 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.
[0067] The headings and abstract of the invention provided herein are for convenience only
and do not interpret the scope or meaning of the embodiments.
[0068] 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.
[0069] 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..
[0070] The present invention relates to an herbal composition. Specifically, the present
invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition and method of preparation thereof.
[0071] In one embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition,
which exhibit antimicrobial properties.
[0072] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
which is devoid of any toxic chemicals.
[0073] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
which is a unique synergistic mixture of three natural essential oils, along with other ingredients.
[0074] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
comprising natural essential oils, surfactants, moisturizing ingredient, thickening agent and
disinfectant.

[0075] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein natural essential oils have anti-microbial properties.
[0076] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein the natural essential oils can be selected from Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil, Cardamom oil
and the like.
[0077] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein surfactants can be selected from sodium laryal ether sulphate, Coco-Diethanolamide,
Coco-amido propyl betaine and the like.
[0078] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash
composition wherein moisturizing ingredient can be selected from Tween-80 and the like.
[0079] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein thickening agent can be selected from NaCl and the like.
[0080] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
wherein disinfectant can be selected from Ethanol and the like.
[0081] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
comprising Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil, Cardamom oil, sodium laryal ether sulphate, Coco
Di ethanol amide, Coco amido propyl betaine, Tween-80, NaCl and Ethanol.
[0082] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash composition
comprising :
1. Three natural antimicrobial essential oils
i. Eucalyptus oil
ii. Pine oil
iii. Cardamom oil
2. Non-toxic and cheaper foaming agents
i. Sodium laryal ether sulphate
ii. Coco Di ethanol amide
iii. Coco amido propyl betaine
3. Non- toxic moisturizing ingredient - Tween-80
4. Safe thickening agent- NaCl
5. Di sinfectant- Ethanol

[0083] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
exhibits anti-microbial properties due to the following essential oils used and their individual
properties:
i. Eucalyptus oil- This ingredient provides multiple benefits as it has various medicinal
properties like anti-inflammatory, deodorant, antiseptic, antibacterial and insecticidal.
ii. Pine oil- Pine oil has strong antimicrobial properties and also reduces dryness of the skin.
In addition it also gives a good aroma to the hand-wash composition.
iii. Cardamom oil- It possesses antimicrobial properties and also gives a good fragrance to
the hand-washes composition.
[0084] In yet another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
contains surfactants also known as foaming agents. Surfactants are the compounds that enhance
the foaming of the solution. In the present composition three surfactants are used and are:
i. Sodium laryal ether sulphate- it is used as a foaming agent which is not toxic, readily
available and cheap as compared to Sodium laryal sulphate generally used as a foaming agent in existing hand-wash compositions.
ii. Coco Diethanolamide- it is a viscous foaming agent made by reacting coconut oil with
diethanolamine. As it contains coconut oil, it will not cause irritation or make the skin dry, instead it softens the skin.
iii. Coco amido propyl betaine- it is a viscous pale yellow solution used as a surfactant
(enhances the formation of foam) in hand-wash. It is derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. In the present composition Coco amido propyl betaine is used in place of a carcinogenic compound (cocamide diethanolamine) present in existing hand-wash compositions. It also imparts natural yellow color to the hand-wash composition. [0085] In yet another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention contains Moisturizing ingredients. The present herbal hand-wash composition contains tween 80 which moisturizes the dry skin and have additional antimicrobial activity which is lacking in the moisturizers of existing hand-wash compositions.
[0086] In yet another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention contains Thickening agent. A thin hand-wash would run off the hands easily thus it must be

thick for efficient use. NaCl provides thickness to the aqueous solution of the hand-wash. It also
possesses additional antimicrobial property.
[0087] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises Eucalyptus oil in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 0.25% by weight of the
composition.
[0088] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises pine oil in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 0.25% by weight of the
composition.
[0089] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises cardamom oil in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 0.25% by weight of the
composition.
[0090] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention is a
unique synergistic mixture of three natural antimicrobial essential oils namely Eucalyptus oil,
Pine oil, and Cardamom oil.
[0091] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
exhibits antimicrobial properties due to the essential oils being used, which are non-toxic, readily
available, cheaper, safe and provide medicinal benefits to the human skin. They also provide
natural color and fragrance to the hand-wash composition and there is no need to add extra color
and fragrance to the composition.
[0092] In another embodiment the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises sodium laryal ether sulphate in an amount ranging from about 10% to about 20% by
weight of the composition.
[0093] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises Coco Diethanolamide in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 2%, by weight of
the composition.
[0094] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises Coco amido propyl betaine in an amount ranging from about 4% to about 5% by
weight of the composition.
[0095] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition comprises safer surfactants
(foaming agents), moisturizing agents and thickening agents.

[0096] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises Tween-80 in an amount ranging from about 3% to about 4%, by weight of the
composition.
[0097] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises NaCl in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 2.5%, by weight of the
composition.
[0098] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises ethanol in an amount ranging from about 4% to about 5%, by weight of the
composition. The composition contains very less amount of ethanol and is thus safe for cleaning
hands.
[0099] In another embodiment, the herbal hand-wash composition of the present invention
comprises Eucalyptus oil 0.25 %, Pine oil 0.25 %, Cardamom oil 0.25 %, sodium laryal ether
sulphate 20 %, Coco Diethanol amide 2%, Coco amido propyl betaine 5%, Tween-80 4%, NaCl
2.5% and Ethanol 5%.
[00100] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a process for preparation
of a herbal hand-wash composition comprising Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil, Cardamom oil, sodium
laryal ether sulphate, Coco Diethanol amide, Coco amido propyl betaine, Tween-80, NaCl and
Ethanol.
[00101] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a process for preparation
of a herbal hand-wash composition comprising the following steps:
a) Mixing of essential oils;
b) Addition of mixture of moisturizing agent and surfactant to above solution: Mixing of moisturizing agent and surfactant;
c) Addition of the above mixture (moisturizing agent and surfactant) in the mixture of essential oils in equal ratio;
d) Addition of surfactants to the above mixture, with continuous stirring; and
e) Addition of thickening agent to the above mixture, with continuous stirring.
[00102] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash
composition which is made in an eco-friendly manner, wherein two of the essential oils used in the present composition are extracted from agro-waste namely, Pine and Eucalyptus leaves.

[00103] In one embodiment, the present invention relates to an herbal hand-wash
composition, which exists as a free flowing liquid, thick viscous liquid or thick gel.
[00104] 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
[00105] The present invention is further explained in the form of following examples.
However, it is to be understood that the following examples are merely illustrative and are not to
be taken as limitations upon the scope of the invention.
[00106] Example 1: Process for preparation of a herbal hand-wash composition
The process comprises the following steps:
a) Mixing of essential oils: 0.25 % of Eucalyptus oil, 0.25 % of Pine oil and 0.25% of Cardamom oil were mixed in ethanol.
b) Mixture of moisturizing agent and surfactant: Mixing of moisturizing agent and surfactant:4 % of Tween 80 and 20 % of sodium lauryl ether sulphate were blended together.
c) Addition of the above mixture (moisturizing agent and surfactant) in the mixture of essential oils:The above mixture was mixed with essential oil mixture in equal ratio.
d) Addition of surfactants to the above mixture: To the above mixture 2 % of coco diethaolamine and 5 % of coco amido propyl betaine were added with continuous stirring.
e) Addition of thickening agent to the above mixture: 2.5 % of NaCl was added to the final mixture with continuous stirring.
[00107] Example 2: Evaluation of herbal hand wash: Antimicrobial properties and viscosity
studies were done.
Antimicrobial study- The antimicrobial study of the present hand-wash composition in
comparison with commercial hand-wash and antibiotic controls is given in table 1.
Table 1: Comparative antimicrobial analysis of present herbal hand-wash with commercial hand-wash and antibiotic controls
Solution E. coli S. aureus

percentag e Present Herbal Hand¬wash
(zone of
inhibition
in cm) Commercial Hand-wash (Reference)
(zone of
inhibition in
cm) Ciprofloxacin
(Standard)
(zone of
inhibition in
cm) Present Herbal Hand¬wash
(zone of
inhibition
in cm) Commercial Hand-wash (Reference)
(zone of
inhibition in
cm) Ciprofloxaci
n
(Standard)
(zone of
inhibition in
cm)
10 1.0 1.0 2.5 1.0 1.1 2.2
20 1.4 1.6
1.5 1.55

50 1.75 1.7
1.7 1.8

From the above table it is clear that the present herbal hand-wash exhibits comparative antimicrobial potential when compared with commercial hand-wash as a reference and ciprofloxacin as standard against E. coli and S. aureus microbial strains.
Viscosity study- Viscosity is an important parameter for evaluating the flow measurements of liquid and semisolid formulations. Viscosity studies were performed using Brookfiled viscometer (DV+PRO, Brookfield) (Fig. 1) employing spindle number 63 as given in Table2: Table 2: Viscosity study of present herbal hand-wash composition
s.
No. Spindle rpm Viscosity (cps)
1. 20 2993±105
2. 30 1996±65
3. 50 1197±77
4. 60 998±80
5. 100 599±55
From the above table it is clear that viscosity of the present herbal hand-wash decreases with the increase in shear rate which is good characteristic for a standard hand-wash. 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.
ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[00108] The present invention provides an herbal hand-wash composition, which exhibits
antimicrobial properties.

[00109] The present invention provides an herbal hand-wash composition which is devoid
of any toxic chemicals.
[00110] The present invention provides an herbal hand-wash composition which is non-
toxic, cheaper, safe and provides medicinal benefits to the human skin.
[00111] The present invention provides an herbal hand-wash composition which contains
natural color and fragrance and there is no need to add extra color and fragrance to the composition.
[00112] The present invention provides an herbal hand-wash composition which is a
unique synergistic mixture of three natural essential oils, along with other ingredients.

We Claim:

1.An herbal handwash composition comprising a synergistic mixture of three natural essential oils, along with surfactants, moisturizing ingredient, thickening agent and disinfectant.
2. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 1, wherein the herbal handwash has anti-microbial properties due to the presence of natural essential oils.
3. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 2, wherein natural essential oils are Eucalyptus oil, Pine oil and Cardamom oil.
4. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 1, wherein surfactants are sodium laryal ether sulphate, Coco-Diethanolamide and Coco-amido propyl betaine.
5. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 1, wherein moisturizing ingredient is Tween-80.
6. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 1, wherein thickening agent is NaCl.
7. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 1, wherein disinfectant is ethanol.
8. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 1, comprising:

a) Eucalyptus oil;
b) Pine oil;
c) Cardamom oil;
d) sodium laryal ether sulphate;
e) Coco Diethanolamide;
f) Coco amido propyl betaine;
g) Tween-80; h) NaCl; and i) Ethanol.

9. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein Eucalyptus oil is present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 0.25% by weight of the composition.
10. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein pine oil is present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 0.25% by weight of the composition.

11. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein Cardamom oil is present in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 0.25% by weight of the composition.
12. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein sodium laryal ether sulphate is present in an amount ranging from about 10% to about 20% by weight of the composition.
13. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein Coco Diethanolamide is present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 2% by weight of the composition.
14. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein Coco amido propyl betaine is present in an amount ranging from about 4% to about 5% by weight of the composition.
15. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein Tween-80 is present in an amount ranging from about 3% to about 4% by weight of the composition.
16. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein NaCl is present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 2.5% by weight of the composition.
17. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, wherein ethanol is present in an amount ranging from about 4% to about 5% by weight of the composition.
18. The herbal handwash composition, as claimed in claim 8, comprising:

a) Eucalyptus oil 0.25 %;
b) Pine oil 0.25 %;
c) Cardamom oil 0.25 %;
d) sodium laryal ether sulphate 20 %;
e) Coco Diethanolamide 2%;
f) Coco amido propyl betaine 5%;
g) Tween-80 4%; h) NaCl 2.5%; and i) Ethanol 5 %.
19. A process for preparing a herbal handwash composition, wherein the process comprises
the steps of:
a) Mixing of essential oils;

b) Addition of mixture of moisturizing agent and surfactant to above solution: Mixing of moisturizing agent and surfactant;
c) Addition of the above mixture (moisturizing agent and surfactant) in the mixture of essential oils in equal ratio;
d) Addition of surfactants to the above mixture, with continuous stirring; and
e) Addition of thickening agent to the above mixture, with continuous stirring.
20. A process for preparing the herbal handwash composition as claimed in claim 19, wherein
the process comprises the steps of:
a) Mixing of 0.25 % of Eucalyptus oil, 0.25 % of Pine oil and 0.25% of Cardamom oil;
b) mixture of 4 % of Tween-80 and 20 % of sodium lauryl ether;
c) Addition of the mixture obtained in step b) in the mixture of essential oils obtained in step a) in equal ratio;
d) Addition of 2 % of coco diethaolamine and 5 % of coco amido propyl betaine with continuous stirring, to the mixture obtained in step c); and
e) Addition of 2.5 % of NaCl to the final mixture with continuous stirring.

21. The herbal handwash composition, prepared by the process as claimed in claim 20, wherein two of the essential oils used in the present composition are extracted from agro-waste namely, Pine and Eucalyptus leaves.
22. The herbal handwash composition, prepared by the process as claimed in claim 20, which exists as a free flowing liquid, thick viscous liquid or thick gel.