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

The growing demand for natural and chemical-free oral hygiene products has led to the development of herbal mouthwashes as safe and effective alternatives to conventional formulations. This study focuses on the formulation and evaluation of a polyherbal mouthwash containing extracts of Azadirachta indica (Neem), Curcuma longa (Turmeric), Syzygium aromaticum (Clove), Mentha piperita (Peppermint), and Glycyrrhiza glabra (Liquorice). Each of these herbs possesses proven antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties that collectively aid in maintaining oral hygiene, reducing plaque, and preventing gingivitis and halitosis. The prepared formulation was evaluated for physical stability, pH consistency, and antibacterial activity. Results indicated that the formulation remained stable at 25 °C with satisfactory appearance and homogeneity, and exhibited significant antibacterial potential against common oral pathogens. The findings suggest that the formulated herbal mouthwash can serve as a cost-effective, alcohol-free, and natural oral care alternative, with potential for commercial application in preventive dentistry.

Herbal mouthwash; Neem (Azadirachta indica); Turmeric (Curcuma longa); Clove (Syzygium aromaticum); Peppermint (Mentha piperita); Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra); Antimicrobial activity; Oral hygiene; Natural formulation; Plaque control.

"Formulation and Evaluation of a Polyherbal Mouthwash for Enhanced Oral Hygiene: A Natural Alternative to Conventional Products'", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 11, page no.c720-c731, November-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2511288.pdf

"Formulation and Evaluation of a Polyherbal Mouthwash for Enhanced Oral Hygiene: A Natural Alternative to Conventional Products'", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 11, page no. ppc720-c731, November-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2511288.pdf