Elaboración de una crema limpiadora, con saponinas de quinua (Chenopodium quinoa)

Abstract

The aim of this research was to formulate a cleansing cream with quinoa saponins (Chenopodium Quinoa), the extraction, purification and subsequent quantification of saponins were carried out by means of High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) analysis, in order to know the percentage of total saponins that each of the formulations will contain. The formulation of several water/oil emulsions was carried out, where the calculation of Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB) was performed. Three of the mentioned formulations were optimal and underwent to quality control. The formulations were taken to the stability chamber with conditions of 40° C and 75% RH to monitor physical stability through accelerated tests for 15 days. When carrying out the quality control of the newly elaborated formulations and during the development of accelerated stability, formulation N°1 is chosen because it presents the sign of the emulsion, the extensibility and the most suitable pH. Organoleptically, all formulations have adequate characteristics. The microbiological analysis and irritation test of the optimal formulation shows values within the limits of acceptability, indicating that the product is suitable to be used on the skin and, in the future, it can be considered as an innovative formulation. When evaluating the production cost of the cleansing cream with quinoa saponins, an affordable price is shown and it can be a great alternative to replace existing cosmetics on the market.