4.2. Preparation of AEO Emulgel

In preparing an emulgel loaded with AEO, Carbopol 940 was used as the primary thickener at a concentration of 1%. In a beaker, 100 mL of distilled water and 1 gm of Carbopol 940 were mixed and continuously homogenized to obtain a dispersion. Triethanolamine was added dropwise to the dispersion mixture to obtain a transparent gel composition. The pH was then precisely adjusted with a few drops of triethanolamine, which finally resulted in the formation of a gel [39]. Next, the carefully prepared AEO emulgel was seamlessly integrated into a Carbopol 940 dispersion. The mixture was shaken vigorously for 15 min and stored at room temperature for 24 h.