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Natural hair care products have gained significant attention in recent years due to consumer awareness of harmful synthetic chemicals. Herbal shampoos, formulated from plant-based ingredients, represent a promising alternative to conventional shampoos. This project presents comprehensive research on herbal shampoo formulation using traditional medicinal plants including Azadirachta indica (Neem), Emblica officinalis (Amla), Acacia concinna (Shikakai), Sapindus mukorossi (Reetha), Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, and Aloe barbadensis. The formulated herbal shampoo was evaluated for various physicochemical parameters including pH (5.5-8.5), viscosity (0.5-1.0 poise), foaming ability, foam stability, wetting time, surface tension, dirt dispersion, and microbial safety. Quality control testing demonstrated that the prepared formulation meets all pharmaceutical standards as per IS 4011:2018. The herbal shampoo exhibited superior conditioning properties, excellent cleansing ability, and antimicrobial activity comparable to commercial products, while maintaining the gentleness of natural ingredients. This project establishes a viable, safe, and cost-effective alternative to synthetic shampoos with significant commercial potential in the Indian market.