Formulation of Blush Preparations by Using Natural Coloring from Red Beetroot Extract (<i>Beta vulgaris</i> L.)

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) has compounds that can be used for body health, beauty skincare, food additives, and much more. This research was aimed to prepare the dry extract of beetroot formulate it into a loose powder, compact cream. The preparation started by adding 2, 4, or 6% extract, then blending pulp drying resultant residue using freeze dryer. Testing on color homogeneity, polishing, breakage, pH stability, hedonic test carried out determine product quality. initial result phytochemical screening showed might contain flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, tannins, triterpenoids, steroids, quinones. stability performed at 30 °C cream unstable while other forms fair 8 °C. All dosage were homogeneous could applied easily. breakage no fractures. remained stable all formulas (between 3–5) after 28 days storage. significant discoloration only happened powder with concentration most preferred formula users.