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Gels are transparent to opaque semisolid containing gelling agent that merges or entangles to form a three-dimensional colloidal network structure. It is responsible for a gel resistance to deformation and its visco-elastic properties. Gels have better potential as a vehicle to administer drug topically in comparison to ointments because they are non-sticky, require low energy during formulation. Herbal Anti-microbial gel containing Propolis was successfully formulated and characterized. Firstly the Propolis extract was obtained by Soxhlet extraction. Herbal antimicrobial gel were formulated using carbopol-934 as gelling agent is used as preservative. Using Propolis extracts three formulations were formulated based on different formula and concentration. All these formulation were evaluated for visual appearance, pH, viscosity, spreadability, Homogeneity, Washability was determined for prepared anti-microbial gel. Propolis is a resinous substance that honey bees gather from a variety of plants. 1. INTRODUCTION