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Extraction and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Hair Dye from Agricultural Waste: A Study on Coconut Husk

byMiss. Vaishnavi Vitthal Mogal

Published September 16, 2025  •  Vol. 12, Issue 8, pp. 1794–1797Open Access
DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2025.120800161

Abstract

The increasing awareness of health hazards and environmental impact caused by synthetic hair dyes has sparked interest in natural alternatives. This study explores the potential of coconut husk—an underutilized agricultural byproduct—as a source of eco-friendly hair dye. Pigments were extracted from coconut husk using various solvents (water, ethanol, and alkaline solutions) and characterized using UV-Vis and FTIR spectroscopy. The extract was applied to human hair samples to evaluate dyeing potential, retention, and fastness. Results indicated that coconut husk contains tannins and phenolic compounds capable of imparting brown to reddish hues to hair. The study supports the development of a sustainable, cost-effective, and non-toxic hair dye formulation from agricultural waste.

Keywords: coconut husk, natural dyeing, Eco-friendly Dye.

JournalInternational Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)
ISSN2321-2705
Volume / IssueVolume 12, Issue 8
Pages1794–1797
Publication dateSeptember 16, 2025
DOI10.51244/IJRSI.2025.120800161
PublisherRSIS International
LicenseOpen Access

How to cite this article

Miss. Vaishnavi Vitthal Mogal (2025). Extraction and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Hair Dye from Agricultural Waste: A Study on Coconut Husk. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), 12(8), 1794-1797. https://doi.org/10.51244/IJRSI.2025.120800161

BibTeX

@article{Miss2025,
  title   = {Extraction and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Hair Dye from Agricultural Waste: A Study on Coconut Husk},
  author  = {Miss. Vaishnavi Vitthal Mogal},
  journal = {International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)},
  volume  = {12},
  number  = {8},
  pages   = {1794--1797},
  year    = {2025},
  doi     = {10.51244/IJRSI.2025.120800161},
  publisher = {RSIS International}
}