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  • Review
  • Open Access
66 Citations
60,831 Views
18 Pages

Insights into Bioactive Peptides in Cosmetics

  • Le Thi Nhu Ngoc,
  • Ju-Young Moon and
  • Young-Chul Lee

Bioactive peptides have gained significant attention in the cosmetic industry due to their potential in enhancing skin health and beauty. These small protein fragments exhibit various biological activities, such as antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-infla...

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55 Citations
35,361 Views
22 Pages

Ultraviolet Filters for Cosmetic Applications

  • Georgiana Nitulescu,
  • Dumitru Lupuliasa,
  • Ines Adam-Dima and
  • George Mihai Nitulescu

Sunscreens reduce the occurrence risk of skin disorders such as sunburn, skin aging, and cancer through their ability to absorb, reflect, and scatter ultraviolet (UV) radiation. This review provides an overview of UV filters as active ingredients of...

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50 Citations
22,914 Views
17 Pages

Along with serving as a source of color, many microbial pigments have gained attention as interesting bioactive molecules with potential health advantages. These pigments have several applications in the food, agrochemical, medicine, and cosmetic ind...

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50 Citations
75,697 Views
14 Pages

Therapeutic Values of Exosomes in Cosmetics, Skin Care, Tissue Regeneration, and Dermatological Diseases

  • Abhimanyu Thakur,
  • Disheet Shah,
  • Deepika Rai,
  • Diana Carolina Parra,
  • Spoorthy Pathikonda,
  • Svetlana Kurilova and
  • Alma Cili

Exosomes are small extracellular nanovesicles that are released by cells, and their potential has been explored for use in cosmetics, skin care, tissue regeneration, and dermatological diseases. The therapeutic value of exosomes lies in their ability...

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43 Citations
27,326 Views
21 Pages

In Vitro Models for Anti-Aging Efficacy Assessment: A Critical Update in Dermocosmetic Research

  • Ana M. Cruz,
  • Margarida C. Gonçalves,
  • Matilde S. Marques,
  • Francisco Veiga,
  • Ana Cláudia Paiva-Santos and
  • Patrícia C. Pires

The skin is the human body’s largest organ and serves as a crucial boundary between the body and the external environment. As a natural process, skin aging cannot be avoided, and it causes changes in the skin’s strength, structure, elasti...

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37 Citations
41,311 Views
14 Pages

Vitiligo: A Review of Aetiology, Pathogenesis, Treatment, and Psychosocial Impact

  • Khadeejeh AL-smadi,
  • Mohammad Imran,
  • Vania R. Leite-Silva and
  • Yousuf Mohammed

Vitiligo is an acquired, chronic condition characterised by depigmentation of the epidermis or by destruction/loss of melanin. Skin cells (melanocytes) are responsible for producing melanin, the substance that gives pigmentation to the skin. This rev...

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36 Citations
13,723 Views
18 Pages

5 November 2024

Skin diseases are a common health problem affecting millions of people worldwide. Effective treatment often depends on the precise delivery of drugs to the affected areas. One promising approach is currently the transdermal drug delivery system (TDDS...

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36 Citations
18,489 Views
20 Pages

23 August 2024

Since the emergence of microplastics, the scientific community has been extremely alarmed regarding their potential risks for and threats to both the environment and human lives. MPs are traced in freshwater and marine environments, day-to-day-life e...

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31 Citations
13,297 Views
29 Pages

High-Tech Sustainable Beauty: Exploring Nanotechnology for the Development of Cosmetics Using Plant and Animal By-Products

  • Gabriela Braga Barros Nhani,
  • Leonardo Delello Di Filippo,
  • Geanne Aparecida de Paula,
  • Vitoria Ribeiro Mantovanelli,
  • Patricia Pereira da Fonseca,
  • Felipe Mota Tashiro,
  • Diana Coêlho Monteiro,
  • Bruno Fonseca-Santos,
  • Jonatas L. Duarte and
  • Marlus Chorilli

In a world increasingly focused on eco-conscious living, the cosmetic industry is actively adopting nanotechnology to transform plant and animal by-products into high-value beauty products. This comprehensive review explores the innovative and sustai...

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30 Citations
23,476 Views
21 Pages

Consumer preferences, safety, and sustainability aspects of conventional cosmetic ingredients have contributed to an increase in the demand for natural cosmetic ingredients and products. Naturally derived active cosmetic agents and excipients may com...

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29 Citations
19,329 Views
12 Pages

Physicochemical Characteristics and Hydrolytic Degradation of Polylactic Acid Dermal Fillers: A Comparative Study

  • Nikita G. Sedush,
  • Kirill T. Kalinin,
  • Pavel N. Azarkevich and
  • Antonina A. Gorskaya

Dermal fillers have gained significant attention in the field of aesthetic medicine due to their ability to restore volume and correct facial wrinkles. Even though such formulations have similar compositions, they can have different microstructure an...

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28 Citations
49,401 Views
27 Pages

12 October 2023

Lifestyle health has been recognized as an evidence-based innovation that defines how everyday behaviors and routines influence the avoidance and therapy of illness and provides an important adjunctive component to overall health. Specifically, an ap...

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27 Citations
11,337 Views
14 Pages

Nanomaterials in Cosmetics: An Outlook for European Regulatory Requirements and a Step Forward in Sustainability

  • Laura Ferreira,
  • Patrícia C. Pires,
  • Mariana Fonseca,
  • Gustavo Costa,
  • Prabhanjan Shridhar Giram,
  • Priscila Gava Mazzola,
  • Victoria Bell,
  • Filipa Mascarenhas-Melo,
  • Francisco Veiga and
  • Ana Cláudia Paiva-Santos

The use of materials and products that improve appearance and provide comfort and well-being goes back to the beginning of civilization. Cosmetics is an evolving market that has increasingly focused on innovative technological approaches. Nanotechnol...

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26 Citations
25,916 Views
21 Pages

The Scenario of Clays and Clay Minerals Use in Cosmetics/Dermocosmetics

  • Fernanda Daud Sarruf,
  • Vecxi Judith Pereda Contreras,
  • Renata Miliani Martinez,
  • Maria Valéria Robles Velasco and
  • André Rolim Baby

The use of clays in beauty care comes from ancient times, with therapeutic use since prehistory, and it is considerably relevant in the current cosmetic industry worldwide. In our review, we described types of clay and clay minerals used in cosmetics...

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26 Citations
32,566 Views
45 Pages

Meta-Analysis and Analytical Methods in Cosmetics Formulation: A Review

  • Felipe Rico,
  • Angela Mazabel,
  • Greciel Egurrola,
  • Juanita Pulido,
  • Nelson Barrios,
  • Ronald Marquez and
  • Johnbrynner García

19 December 2023

The ever-evolving cosmetic industry requires advanced analytical techniques to explore, understand, and optimize product performance at nano, micro, and macroscopic levels. Nowadays, these insights are crucial for translating microstructure behavior...

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26 Citations
21,560 Views
23 Pages

Dermatological Management of Aged Skin

  • Ewelina Rostkowska,
  • Ewa Poleszak,
  • Katarzyna Wojciechowska and
  • Katarzyna Dos Santos Szewczyk

The subject of the work concerns the dermatological management of patients mainly with aged skin. The purpose of the work was to present the basic techniques and preparations which are performed by dermatologists in the treatment of aged skin. There...

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26 Citations
31,196 Views
18 Pages

12 September 2024

The burgeoning interest in natural components in personal care products has led to significant research and development of ingredients such as plant extracts, antioxidants, peptides, and probiotics. These components have been recognized for their pot...

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25 Citations
67,420 Views
12 Pages

19 September 2023

The utilization of topical formulations containing alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) has garnered considerable attention. This review summarizes the effectiveness of the most common topical AHA formulations, including mechanisms of action and future researc...

  • Review
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24 Citations
13,631 Views
16 Pages

A Recent Update on the Potential Use of Catechins in Cosmeceuticals

  • Soraya Ratnawulan Mita,
  • Patihul Husni,
  • Norisca Aliza Putriana,
  • Rani Maharani,
  • Ryan Proxy Hendrawan and
  • Dian Anggraeni Dewi

6 February 2024

Catechins are a type of flavonoid known for their beneficial functions as antioxidants and antibacterials. Recent research indicates the antioxidant potential of catechins on the skin. Catechin and epigallocatechin are reported to have significant po...

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24 Citations
8,549 Views
21 Pages

Olea europea and By-Products: Extraction Methods and Cosmetic Applications

  • Cecilia Dauber,
  • Emma Parente,
  • María Pía Zucca,
  • Adriana Gámbaro and
  • Ignacio Vieitez

Currently, in addition to the use of olive oil in cosmetics, the use of olive-derived bioactives and their incorporation into cosmetics is a growing trend. The olive oil industry produces vast quantities of by-products, such as olive mill wastewater,...

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24 Citations
19,401 Views
27 Pages

Essential Oils as Dermocosmetic Agents, Their Mechanism of Action and Nanolipidic Formulations for Maximized Skincare

  • Shamama Javed,
  • Bharti Mangla,
  • Ahmad Salawi,
  • Muhammad H. Sultan,
  • Yosif Almoshari and
  • Waquar Ahsan

2 December 2024

Essential oils (EOs) are known for their diverse bioactivities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, skin-barrier repairing and anticancer, and therefore, hold profound potential to be used in cosmetic and s...

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23 Citations
7,839 Views
15 Pages

Exploring Stearic-Acid-Based Nanoparticles for Skin Applications—Focusing on Stability and Cosmetic Benefits

  • Catarina Pereira-Leite,
  • Mariana Bom,
  • Andria Ribeiro,
  • Cíntia Almeida and
  • Catarina Rosado

The outermost layer of the epidermis, the stratum corneum (SC), ensures protection against harmful xenobiotics, and alterations in its lipidic matrix composition are related to several cutaneous dysfunctions. The skin barrier function is usually attr...

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23 Citations
29,682 Views
14 Pages

Hair Lipid Structure: Effect of Surfactants

  • Luisa Coderch,
  • Cristina Alonso,
  • M. Teresa García,
  • Lourdes Pérez and
  • Meritxell Martí

Human hair fibres are mainly comprised of proteins (>90%) and lipids (1–9%), which are characterised as exogenous or endogenous, depending on whether they originate from sebaceous glands or hair matrix cells, respectively. Exogenous lipids c...

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23 Citations
14,710 Views
20 Pages

“Successful aging” counters the traditional idea of aging as a disease and is increasingly equated with minimizing age signs on the skin, face, and body. From this stems the interest in preventative aesthetic dermatology that might help w...

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22 Citations
9,742 Views
17 Pages

Exploring Olive Pomace for Skincare Applications: A Review

  • Raquel Rodrigues,
  • Rita C. Alves and
  • Maria Beatriz P. P. Oliveira

16 February 2023

The cosmetic industry is continuously searching for new active ingredients in an effort to attend to consumer demands which, in recent years, are focused on more natural and environmentally friendly products, obtained from sustainable resources. Neve...

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22 Citations
18,458 Views
13 Pages

Artificial Intelligence in Plastic Surgery: Advancements, Applications, and Future

  • Tran Van Duong,
  • Vu Pham Thao Vy and
  • Truong Nguyen Khanh Hung

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing plastic surgery through its remarkable advancements in various domains such as image analysis, robotic assistance, predictive analytics, and augmented reality. Predictive analytics, powered by AI, harne...

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22 Citations
5,706 Views
12 Pages

Sequential and Combined Efficacious Management of Auricular Keloid: A Novel Treatment Protocol Employing Ablative CO2 and Dye Laser Therapy—An Advanced Single-Center Clinical Investigation

  • Simone Amato,
  • Steven Paul Nisticò,
  • Giovanni Pellacani,
  • Stefania Guida,
  • Anthony Rossi,
  • Caterina Longo,
  • Enzo Berardesca and
  • Giovanni Cannarozzo

8 September 2023

Auricular keloids pose significant aesthetic and functional challenges, and traditional treatments often fall short in addressing these issues. Our study presents an innovative combined approach of ablative CO2 and dye laser therapy for improved kelo...

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21 Citations
26,624 Views
14 Pages

Advancements in Regenerative Medicine for Aesthetic Dermatology: A Comprehensive Review and Future Trends

  • Federica Trovato,
  • Stefano Ceccarelli,
  • Simone Michelini,
  • Giordano Vespasiani,
  • Stefania Guida,
  • Hassan Ibrahim Galadari,
  • Steven Paul Nisticò,
  • Laura Colonna and
  • Giovanni Pellacani

The growing interest in maintaining a youthful appearance has encouraged an accelerated development of innovative, minimally invasive aesthetic treatments for facial rejuvenation and regeneration. The close correlation between tissue repair, regenera...

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21 Citations
9,718 Views
21 Pages

A Comprehensive Review of Essential Oil–Nanotechnology Synergy for Advanced Dermocosmetic Delivery

  • Redouane Achagar,
  • Zouhair Ait-Touchente,
  • Rafika El Ati,
  • Khalid Boujdi,
  • Abderrahmane Thoume,
  • Achraf Abdou and
  • Rachid Touzani

This review investigates the convergence of nanotechnology and essential oils in advanced dermocosmetic delivery. It outlines the pivotal role of inorganic and polymeric nanoparticles, such as titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and gold nanocarriers, in c...

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21 Citations
5,864 Views
13 Pages

Phenolic Composition and Wound Healing Potential Assessment of Moroccan Henna (Lawsonia inermis) Aqueous Extracts

  • Soukaina El Massoudi,
  • Abdellah Zinedine,
  • João Miguel Rocha,
  • Meryem Benidir,
  • Ilham Najjari,
  • Lahsen El Ghadraoui,
  • Meryem Benjelloun and
  • Faouzi Errachidi

The present study aims at valorizing Moroccan Henna (Lawsonia inermis) by developing healing formulations for cosmetic and therapeutic uses. For such a goal, the plant was collected from three locations in southeastern Morocco (Alnif, Tafraoute Sidi...

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20 Citations
12,729 Views
13 Pages

Consumer Behavior, Skin Phototype, Sunscreens, and Tools for Photoprotection: A Review

  • Maria Cristina Pinheiro Pereira Reis-Mansur,
  • Beatriz Gonçalves da Luz and
  • Elisabete Pereira dos Santos

23 February 2023

Sunscreens and photoprotection tools along with consumer habits and behaviors, can mitigate the skin damage caused by excessive solar radiation. For example, protecting oneself in the shade, avoiding inadequate sun exposure at times of higher inciden...

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20 Citations
3,339 Views
13 Pages

Involvement of Vitamin D3 in the Aging Process According to Sex

  • Daniela Florina Trifan,
  • Adrian Gheorghe Tirla,
  • Calin Mos,
  • Adrian Danciu,
  • Florian Bodog,
  • Felicia Manole and
  • Timea Claudia Ghitea

Background/Aim: Rapid onset of facial ptosis can impact physical appearance and compromise the outcomes of facelift procedures. The level of vitamin D has a potential correlation with collagen formation and its deficiency with inflammatory processes...

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19 Citations
52,189 Views
29 Pages

Recent Advances in Microneedling-Assisted Cosmetic Applications

  • Rania Hamed,
  • Baraah Jehad Abu Nahia,
  • Ahlam Zaid Alkilani,
  • Yasmeen Al-Adhami and
  • Rana Obaidat

Microneedling, also known as percutaneous collagen induction, using microneedling devices and fabricated microneedle patches, has been widely employed in cosmetic applications for acne scar treatment, skin care, hair loss, melasma, skin rejuvenation,...

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19 Citations
7,295 Views
19 Pages

Nanogels are a prominent research topic in biomedical and drug delivery applications. The versatility of their chemistry allows them to be tailored both to carry and release a wide range of active molecules, and to target specific tissues or cell typ...

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18 Citations
50,795 Views
41 Pages

In this current review, research spanning the last decade (such as transcriptomic studies, phenotypic observations, and confirmed comorbidities) has been synthesized into an updated etiology of hair loss and applied to the new cosmeceutical paradigm...

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  • Open Access
18 Citations
10,078 Views
23 Pages

3D Printed Hollow Microneedles for Treating Skin Wrinkles Using Different Anti-Wrinkle Agents: A Possible Futuristic Approach

  • Humayra Islam,
  • Taslima Sultana Poly,
  • Zarin Tasnim Tisha,
  • Samia Rahman,
  • Ahmed Issa Jahangir Naveed,
  • Alifa Ahmed,
  • Saraf Nawar Ahmed,
  • Jasmin Hassan,
  • Md. Jasim Uddin and
  • Diganta B. Das

27 February 2023

Skin wrinkles are an inevitable phenomenon that is brought about by aging due to the degradation of scleroprotein fibers and significant collagen reduction, which is the fundamental basis of anti-wrinkle technology in use today. Conventional treatmen...

  • Review
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18 Citations
12,387 Views
8 Pages

26 November 2024

Objectives: Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming aesthetic dermatology, introducing new opportunities for personalized, predictive, and adaptive approaches in skin diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient management. This review examines...

  • Article
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18 Citations
6,551 Views
22 Pages

Olive Leaves and Citrus Peels: From Waste to Potential Resource for Cosmetic Products

  • Nicola d’Avanzo,
  • Antonia Mancuso,
  • Rosario Mare,
  • Antonio Silletta,
  • Samantha Maurotti,
  • Ortensia Ilaria Parisi,
  • Maria Chiara Cristiano and
  • Donatella Paolino

Resource depletion and food waste accumulation represent a tremendous socio-economic and environmental problem. One promising strategy involves the use of byproducts derived from food waste as ingredients for cosmetic products. The aim of this work i...

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18 Citations
12,178 Views
24 Pages

What Are the Factors That Enable Thread Lifting to Last Longer?

  • Gi-Woong Hong,
  • Hyewon Hu,
  • Soo-Yeon Park,
  • Jovian Wan and
  • Kyu-Ho Yi

Thread-lifting traditionally addressed aging-related skin laxity by leveraging precise thread placement and traction. However, recent advancements, notably cog threads, expanded its application to younger patients seeking facial contour refinement. T...

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18 Citations
10,231 Views
20 Pages

The global demand for herbal cosmetics is vastly increasing due to their health benefits and relative safety. Glycyrrhiza spp. extracts are used in cosmetic preparations due to their skin-whitening, antisensitizing, and anti-inflammatory properties....

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17 Citations
22,431 Views
19 Pages

Cosmetology in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

  • Vasiliki Sofia Grech,
  • Vasiliki Kefala and
  • Efstathios Rallis

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in cosmetology is transforming the industry in numerous ways, including the introduction of advanced tools such as at-home skin analysis devices that can evaluate skin quality and augmented reality appl...

  • Article
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16 Citations
5,625 Views
20 Pages

Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents as a Novel Bio-Based Matrix for Ready-to-Use Natural Antioxidants-Enriched Ingredients: Extraction and Formulation Optimization

  • Leslie Boudesocque-Delaye,
  • Iron Mike Ardeza,
  • Alexis Verger,
  • Roxane Grard,
  • Isabelle Théry-Koné,
  • Xavier Perse and
  • Emilie Munnier

25 January 2024

The escalating consumer demand for sustainable cosmetic ingredients poses distinct challenges, particularly concerning their stability within the final formulation. Although natural resources offer a pool of antioxidant molecules with diverse structu...

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16 Citations
20,382 Views
24 Pages

Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a primary risk factor for various skin disorders, including erythema, sunburn, and skin cancer. Sunscreens containing UV filters, categorized as organic or inorganic, are widely utilized to mitigate these eff...

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16 Citations
23,673 Views
29 Pages

Decoding Skin Aging: A Review of Mechanisms, Markers, and Modern Therapies

  • Jorge Naharro-Rodriguez,
  • Stefano Bacci,
  • Maria Luisa Hernandez-Bule,
  • Alfonso Perez-Gonzalez and
  • Montserrat Fernandez-Guarino

Skin aging is a multifactorial process driven by both intrinsic mechanisms—such as telomere shortening, oxidative stress, hormonal decline, and impaired autophagy—and extrinsic influences including ultraviolet radiation, pollution, smokin...

  • Review
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15 Citations
11,304 Views
21 Pages

Vitamin D is a natural photoproduct that has many beneficial effects on different organs, including skin. Active forms of vitamin D and its derivatives exert biological effects on skin cells, thus maintaining skin homeostasis. In keratinocytes, they...

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15 Citations
6,279 Views
15 Pages

Assessment of Antioxidant, Anti-Lipid Peroxidation, Antiglycation, Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Tyrosinase Properties of Dendrobium sulcatum Lindl

  • Tammanoon Rungsang,
  • Jukkarin Srivilai,
  • Pawarit Rakasawapokin,
  • Patpitcha Rakasawapokin,
  • Lapatrada Mungmai,
  • Krittanon Saesue,
  • Patteera Aoonboontum,
  • Noppanon Plukham,
  • Pandaree Siriwipanan and
  • Eakkaluk Wongwad
  • + 2 authors

Dendrobium sulcatum Lindl or “Ueang Jampa-Nan” (Orchidaceae family) is widely dis-tributed in Thailand and Laos. It is classified in the genus Dendrobium, which is used in both traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine for healt...

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15 Citations
29,047 Views
17 Pages

Acne Vulgaris Topical Therapies: Application of Probiotics as a New Prevention Strategy

  • Ieva Dapkevicius,
  • Vânia Romualdo,
  • Ana Camila Marques,
  • Carla M. Lopes and
  • Maria Helena Amaral

The skin microbiome is an essential barrier for preventing the invasion of pathogens and regulating the immune responses. When this barrier is disrupted, several dermatoses, including acne vulgaris, may arise. Most people will experience acne startin...

  • Article
  • Open Access
15 Citations
6,610 Views
12 Pages

Bioactive Compounds, Antioxidant Properties, and Cosmetic Applications of Selected Cold-Pressed Plant Oils from Seeds

  • Monika Michalak,
  • Ewelina Błońska-Sikora,
  • Natalia Dobros,
  • Olga Spałek,
  • Agnieszka Zielińska and
  • Katarzyna Paradowska

6 September 2024

Plant oils are currently not only an essential element of the healthy eating pyramid, but also a valuable cosmetic material, which, in line with the eco-friendly trends of recent years, is effectively replacing petroleum-derived fatty ingredients. Th...

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