Multiple emulsions are excellent and exciting potential systems for the delivery of useful cosmetic agents. The work describes\r\nstability of amultiple emulsion for cosmetic purpose, loaded with extract of Camellia sinensis L. (Theaceae) in concentration of 5%.\r\nTheformulation constitutes of cetyl dimethicone copolyol and polyoxyethylene (20) cetyl ether as emulsifiers and was characterised\r\nand monitored for various physicochemical aspects. Centrifugation has no devastating effect on physical destabilization/phase\r\nseparation observed for 30 days.Mean globule sizes ofmultiple droplets were found in the range of 10.29 �± 4.4 ??m to 12.77 �± 5.1 ??m\r\nand of inner droplets were in the range of 0.8 �± 0.4 ??m to 1.6�± 0.8 ??m. All samples exhibited shear thinning behavior with increase\r\nin shear stress. The results of the present study indicate that multiple emulsions can be used as carrier of 5% Camellia sinensis L.\r\nextract to enhance desired effects. The developed physically and chemically stable system is an effective system for targeting skin\r\nlayers; however, long-term stability at elevated temperatures may be needed with suitable modifications, if required.
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