Plants as modulators of melanogenesis: Role of extracts, pure compounds and patented compositions in therapy of pigmentation disorders

A Merecz-Sadowska, P Sitarek, J Stelmach… - International Journal of …, 2022 - mdpi.com
The kingdom of plants as a “green biofabric” of valuable bioactive molecules has long been
used in many ailments. Currently, extracts and pure compounds of plant origin are used to …

Stability and antioxidant activity of hydro-glyceric extracts obtained from different grape seed varieties incorporated in cosmetic creams

Y Salem, HN Rajha, D Franjieh, I Hoss, ML Manca… - Antioxidants, 2022 - mdpi.com
Grape seeds are agro-industrial by-products, which if improperly managed, may be
responsible for socioeconomic and environmental problems. Nevertheless, it is possible to …

Molecular understanding of the therapeutic potential of melanin inhibiting natural products

M Pang, R Xu, R Xi, H Yao, K Bao, R Peng… - RSC Medicinal …, 2024 - pubs.rsc.org
With the development of society and the improvement of people's living standards, there is
an increasing demand for skin-whitening products that prioritize health, safety, and efficacy …

Exhausted grape seed residues as a valuable source of antioxidant molecules for the formulation of biocompatible cosmetic scrubs

Y Salem, HN Rajha, S Sunoqrot, AM Hammad… - Molecules, 2023 - mdpi.com
Grape seed of Obeidi, a white Lebanese autochthonous variety, was previously tested in
different studies as a valuable source of bioactive molecules such as polyphenols, oils, and …

[HTML][HTML] Antioxidative Potentials of Eleutherine bulbosa Bulb and Its Utilization in Topical Cosmetic Emulsion

N Panyachariwat, A Jimtaisong, N Saewan - Cosmetics, 2024 - mdpi.com
The Eleutherine bulbosa bulb has been reported as a potent antioxidant in food. This work
aims to extract the E. bulbosa bulb for use as an antioxidative agent in cosmetics. Water …

Application of phycocyanin from Arthrospira (Spirulina) platensis as a hair dye

O Kraseasintra, Y Tragoolpua, H Pandith… - Frontiers in Marine …, 2022 - frontiersin.org
Almost all of the current hair dye products today contain synthetic chemicals which may
cause allergic reactions in some users. Phycocyanin (PC), a non-toxic cyanobacterial …

Chemical Constituents, Antioxidant, Anti-Tyrosinase, Cytotoxicity, and Anti-Melanogenesis Activities of Etlingera elatior (Jack) Leaf Essential Oils

S Sangthong, I Promputtha, P Pintathong, P Chaiwut - Molecules, 2022 - mdpi.com
Essential oils of plants have been used widely in cosmetic preparations. Being both
perfuming and active ingredients, the functions of essential oils mean they are high-value …

[HTML][HTML] Electronic nose investigation and antioxidant assessment of CHARMS™ skincare cosmetics toward skin tone improvement

N Muhammad, MS Sulong, MFA Bakar… - Journal of Dermatologic …, 2025 - Elsevier
Background The use of skincare cosmetics can enhance human skin integrity, appearance,
and conditions. However, consumers nowadays are quite concerned about the efficacy of …

Special Issue “Anti-Oxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Natural Compounds”

O Merah - Cosmetics, 2023 - mdpi.com
Throughout history, humans have utilized plants as conscious or unconscious sources of
molecules for food, health and well-being [1, 2]. With the evolution of human activity, the …

Skin lightening properties of zerumbone cream: A placebo‐controlled study

WN Kuek, YR Tiang, HY Yow, LKS Tan… - Journal of Cosmetic …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Objective Despite the demonstrated anti‐melanogenic and UV protective effects of
Zerumbone (ZER) in vitro, there is a lack of clinical trials that have been done to assess …