• Amruta patwardhan
• Diksha patare
• Komal pawar
• Abhishek pawar
• Pooja karpe

Banana peel is known as underutilized agricultural waste , but it holds a remarkable potential in health benefits mainly in cosmetic industry due to its rich bioactive compositions . it contain chemical constituents like polyphenols , flavonoids , carotenoids and vitamins that exhibit various activity like polyphenols , flavonoids for antioxidant activity , vitamins to promote skin health , minerals and fiber for keeping skin hydration and moisture .This review mainly focuses on exploring cosmetic potential of banana peel .It focuses on Utilizing agro waste in cosmetics and skin care , it focuses on potential of banana peel in skin health , Botnical and geographical profile of banana and composition of banana peel . it further highlights on formulations and there benefits, challenges and future prospectives in utilizing banana peel as natural cosmetic . This article also emphasizes its sustainable value in converting agro -waste into eco friendly cosmetic ingredients , reducing enviromental pollution and production cost . By blending traditional knowledge with modern research , this review aims to inspire innovation in natural cosmetics using banana peel as promising green resource .

KEY WORDS : Banana peel , Agro-waste , Cosmetic potential , Herbal formulations , Skin whitning , Healthy , Natural , Cosmetic potential

"From Peel to Potion: Exploring Banana Waste as a Natural Beauty Resource”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 11, page no.b326-b341, November-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2511141.pdf

"From Peel to Potion: Exploring Banana Waste as a Natural Beauty Resource”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 11, page no. ppb326-b341, November-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2511141.pdf