Formulation and Evaluation of a Herbal Perfume Using Lavender, Lotus, and Night Jasmine for the Management of Migraine through Aromatherapy

Abstract

Recurrent episodes of intense headaches accompanied by symptoms like nausea, photophobia, and phonophobia are the hallmarks of migraine, a chronic neurological condition. Despite the availability of conventional pharmaceutical treatments, their long-term usage is frequently linked to negative side effects and low patient compliance. In order to treat migraines with aromatherapy, the current study is to create and assess a herbal scent that contains Lavandula angustifolia (lavender), Nelumbo nucifera (lotus), and Nyctanthes arbor-tristis (night jasmine). After being collected from the chosen plants, essential oils underwent phytochemical screening. A variety of formulations (F1, F2, and F3) were made with appropriate fixatives and ethanol as a solvent. The physicochemical characteristics, stability, viscosity, skin irritation, and efficacy of aromatherapy of the produced herbal scents were assessed. F2 demonstrated the best qualities among the formulations, including a well-balanced scent, strong stability, and the highest level of therapeutic efficacy in alleviating migraine symptoms. The synergistic action of bioactive substances such phenolics, flavonoids, and terpenoids may be responsible for the reported activity. According to the study's findings, the created herbal perfume provides a safe, all-natural, and efficient supplemental method for managing migraines.