MUMBAI, India, June 22 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641068892 A) filed by Dr. R. Nithyatharani; Dr. S. Rega; C. Sumathi; Shaikh Zarina Moin; Mr. Balavinayagamani G; Dr. Nidhi Maendru; Ayesha Meraj; and Dr. A. M. Rajalakshmi on June 01, 2026, for Spirulina-Enriched Herbal Cosmetic Composition And Process For Manufacturing Multifunctional Skin And Hair Care Products.
Inventors include Dr. R. Nithyatharani; Dr. S. Rega; C. Sumathi; Shaikh Zarina Moin; Mr. Balavinayagamani G; Dr. Nidhi Maendru; Ayesha Meraj; and Dr. A. M. Rajalakshmi.
The application for the patent was published on June 12, 2026, under issue no. 24/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a spirulina-enriched herbal cosmetic composition and an associated manufacturing process for producing multifunctional skin care and hair care products with enhanced cosmetic and therapeutic benefits. The composition comprises spirulina-derived bioactive compounds including phycocyanin, chlorophyll, carotenoids, proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, polysaccharides, and essential fatty acids combined with selected herbal extracts, natural moisturizing agents, botanical oils, and biodegradable stabilizing agents. The invention further incorporates microencapsulation or nanoencapsulation technology to protect sensitive bioactive constituents from environmental degradation, improve storage stability, enhance dermal penetration, and enable controlled release of active ingredients. The manufacturing process includes spirulina biomass selection, extraction, purification, encapsulation, blending with herbal components, homogenization, formulation stabilization, quality control, and packaging. The resulting cosmetic products may be formulated as creams, lotions, gels, serums, face masks, cleansers, shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, scalp treatments, and other personal care products. The composition provides antioxidant protection, anti-aging activity, skin rejuvenation, hydration enhancement, photoprotection, antimicrobial effects, scalp nourishment, and hair strengthening while utilizing environmentally sustainable materials and processes. The invention offers improved efficacy, prolonged shelf life, enhanced bioavailability, reduced dependence on synthetic additives, and a scalable platform for natural cosmetic product development. Accompanied Drawing [FIGS. 1-2]
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