The document discusses antioxidants and their uses in skin care products. It provides details on various antioxidants like vitamin E, vitamin C, green tea, lycopene, silymarin, coffee berry, resveratrol, grape seed and pomegranate that are commonly used in facial creams due to their skin benefits. These antioxidants protect the skin by limiting free radical production, reducing inflammation, firming skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and sun damage. They are beneficial ingredients in anti-aging skin care formulations.
Antioxidants and Bleaching Agents used in CosmeticsSurbhiSharma196
The document discusses anti-oxidants and bleaching agents used in cosmetics. It provides information on their functions, mechanisms of action, and examples. Anti-oxidants such as vitamins, polyphenols, and carotenoids protect the skin from oxidative stress and UV radiation. Bleaching agents lighten the skin through chemical reactions that degrade pigments. Common natural bleaching agents mentioned are arbutin, kojic acid, ginkgo biloba extract, and liquorice extract. The document serves as an educational reference on ingredients and compounds used in cosmetics for skin lightening and anti-aging purposes.
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This document discusses ingredients used in cosmetics as antioxidants, free radical scavengers, antiseptics, antibacterial agents, antifungal agents, and anti-wrinkle agents. It provides information on common antioxidant ingredients like vitamins C and E, polyphenols, and thiols. It also discusses various antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal ingredients used as preservatives in cosmetics like parabens, isothiazolinones, and phenoxyethanol. Finally, it covers anti-wrinkle agents such as retinol, vitamin C, hydroxy acids, coenzyme Q10, and niacinamide.
This document discusses controversial ingredients in cosmetics including parabens, formaldehyde liberators, and 1,4-dioxane. It outlines the common uses of these ingredients, potential health concerns like cancer and irritation, and regulations regarding their use. Parabens are widely used preservatives that may disrupt the endocrine system and have been linked to breast cancer. Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives are found in many personal care products and are classified as carcinogenic. 1,4-dioxane is a probable carcinogen that can form as a contaminant in ingredients processed with ethylene oxide. Avoiding these ingredients requires reading labels and choosing products certified as formaldehyde-free or
Preservatives are used in cosmetics to prevent spoilage from oxidation, microbial growth, and other causes of deterioration. There are several classes of preservatives used including organic acids, alcohols, aldehydes, phenolic compounds, esters, mercury compounds, surfactants, and miscellaneous agents. The effectiveness of preservatives can be affected by factors like pH, concentration, and ingredients in the cosmetic formulation. Guidelines for preservative selection include identifying materials that promote microbial growth and choosing the least toxic preservative. Some potential adverse effects of certain preservatives include skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Contraversal ingredients used in cosmetics m pharm SUJITHA MARY
The document discusses controversial ingredients in cosmetics including parabens, 1,4-dioxane, and formaldehyde liberators. It provides details on their use, health concerns, and regulations. Parabens are widely used preservatives but are controversial due to potential links to breast cancer, early puberty, and endocrine disruption. Formaldehyde liberators can release formaldehyde, which is a known carcinogen and causes skin irritation. 1,4-dioxane is a contaminant formed during manufacturing that may be present in products and is considered a probable carcinogen. The document recommends ways to avoid or reduce exposure to these ingredients.
This document discusses three controversial ingredients used in cosmetics and personal care products: parabens, formaldehyde liberators, and 1,4-dioxane. It provides details on the chemistry, health concerns, and regulations regarding each ingredient. Parabens are widely used preservatives that have been linked to allergic reactions, breast cancer, and endocrine disruption. Formaldehyde liberators release formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, and can cause cancer and skin irritation. 1,4-dioxane is a byproduct of manufacturing that is a probable carcinogen often found in products that create suds. The document advises reading labels and choosing products without these ingredients.
Antioxidants and Bleaching Agents used in CosmeticsSurbhiSharma196
The document discusses anti-oxidants and bleaching agents used in cosmetics. It provides information on their functions, mechanisms of action, and examples. Anti-oxidants such as vitamins, polyphenols, and carotenoids protect the skin from oxidative stress and UV radiation. Bleaching agents lighten the skin through chemical reactions that degrade pigments. Common natural bleaching agents mentioned are arbutin, kojic acid, ginkgo biloba extract, and liquorice extract. The document serves as an educational reference on ingredients and compounds used in cosmetics for skin lightening and anti-aging purposes.
A Survey of Toxic Ingredients in Our Cosmetics - What's Inside That Counts v2zq
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This document discusses ingredients used in cosmetics as antioxidants, free radical scavengers, antiseptics, antibacterial agents, antifungal agents, and anti-wrinkle agents. It provides information on common antioxidant ingredients like vitamins C and E, polyphenols, and thiols. It also discusses various antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal ingredients used as preservatives in cosmetics like parabens, isothiazolinones, and phenoxyethanol. Finally, it covers anti-wrinkle agents such as retinol, vitamin C, hydroxy acids, coenzyme Q10, and niacinamide.
This document discusses controversial ingredients in cosmetics including parabens, formaldehyde liberators, and 1,4-dioxane. It outlines the common uses of these ingredients, potential health concerns like cancer and irritation, and regulations regarding their use. Parabens are widely used preservatives that may disrupt the endocrine system and have been linked to breast cancer. Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives are found in many personal care products and are classified as carcinogenic. 1,4-dioxane is a probable carcinogen that can form as a contaminant in ingredients processed with ethylene oxide. Avoiding these ingredients requires reading labels and choosing products certified as formaldehyde-free or
Preservatives are used in cosmetics to prevent spoilage from oxidation, microbial growth, and other causes of deterioration. There are several classes of preservatives used including organic acids, alcohols, aldehydes, phenolic compounds, esters, mercury compounds, surfactants, and miscellaneous agents. The effectiveness of preservatives can be affected by factors like pH, concentration, and ingredients in the cosmetic formulation. Guidelines for preservative selection include identifying materials that promote microbial growth and choosing the least toxic preservative. Some potential adverse effects of certain preservatives include skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Contraversal ingredients used in cosmetics m pharm SUJITHA MARY
The document discusses controversial ingredients in cosmetics including parabens, 1,4-dioxane, and formaldehyde liberators. It provides details on their use, health concerns, and regulations. Parabens are widely used preservatives but are controversial due to potential links to breast cancer, early puberty, and endocrine disruption. Formaldehyde liberators can release formaldehyde, which is a known carcinogen and causes skin irritation. 1,4-dioxane is a contaminant formed during manufacturing that may be present in products and is considered a probable carcinogen. The document recommends ways to avoid or reduce exposure to these ingredients.
This document discusses three controversial ingredients used in cosmetics and personal care products: parabens, formaldehyde liberators, and 1,4-dioxane. It provides details on the chemistry, health concerns, and regulations regarding each ingredient. Parabens are widely used preservatives that have been linked to allergic reactions, breast cancer, and endocrine disruption. Formaldehyde liberators release formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, and can cause cancer and skin irritation. 1,4-dioxane is a byproduct of manufacturing that is a probable carcinogen often found in products that create suds. The document advises reading labels and choosing products without these ingredients.
Common ingredients used in cosmetics include antibacterial and preservative agents like triclocarban and triclosan to protect products and bacteriostatic activity. Colorants are also widely used for decorative purposes and include inorganic pigments like iron oxides, titanium dioxide, and organic pigments. Emollients help maintain skin's softness and include lipids, oils, fatty acid esters, and silicones. Humectants like glycerin are used to increase skin's water content. Ceramides and lipids from sources like coconut oil are used as emollients. Moisturizers hold water on skin using ingredients like glycerin and aloe. Thickeners and polymers form different
This document summarizes high-value co-products that can be derived from plants for use in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It discusses three important groups of plant-derived components: polysaccharides, phenolic compounds, and plant-derived oils. Specific examples of plants containing these compounds that are commonly used in cosmetics include aloe vera, green tea, and olive oil. The document also outlines the various health benefits and applications of compounds extracted from these plants. Key reasons for exploiting plant-derived co-products include environmental benefits, consumer preference for natural products, and the economic potential of extracting high-value compounds from by-products.
This document discusses plants that Indian women have traditionally used to enhance beauty and skin care. It summarizes the uses and benefits of 11 plants from 11 families: turmeric, tulsi, amla, carrot, cucumber, papaya, potato, sandalwood, nutmeg, gram flour, and aloe vera. These plants are commonly used in home remedies and cosmetic products due to their skin healing, anti-aging, and beautifying properties. The key active compounds and uses of each plant are described, such as using turmeric for glowing skin, tulsi for skin infections, and amla for hair growth and skin glow. Indian women's traditional knowledge of herbal beauty treatments is discussed.
Herbal cosmetics have several advantages over synthetic cosmetics, including fewer allergic reactions and side effects since they are natural. However, herbal cosmetics also have some disadvantages like slower effects and difficulties in standardization. This document discusses various herbal cosmetic products for skin, hair, and nails. It describes formulations for herbal creams, oils, and shampoos that use herbs like amla, reetha, and henna. Current challenges in herbal cosmetics include a lack of scientific validation, quality control, and pharmacokinetic studies.
This document provides information about various plant oils and their uses in cosmetics and personal care products. It discusses oils such as avocado oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, and argan oil. For each oil, it describes the plant source, chemical composition, and benefits. It also provides examples of personal care products that contain these oils. The document is intended to educate readers about why plant oils are commonly used ingredients in cosmetics and personal care formulations.
This document discusses preservatives used in cosmetics. It notes that preservatives are added to cosmetics to prevent bacterial growth and spoilage, keeping products fresh for longer. However, preservatives can be toxic at higher concentrations and some common preservatives like parabens, formaldehyde, and hydroquinone have been linked to health issues like cancer and endocrine disruption. While preservatives are only found in small amounts, the cumulative effects of multiple products is unknown. The document concludes that while preservatives allow cosmetics to have longer shelf lives, many are untested and potentially dangerous, so consumers should research ingredients and companies should seek safer alternatives.
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sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, bromopol and glyoxal, Alternatives of parabens, Vulnerable populations, How to avoid controversial ingredients
The concept of beauty and cosmetics is as ancient as mankind and civilization. Women are obsessed with looking beautiful. So, they use various beauty products that have herbs to look charming and young. Indian herbs and its significance are popular worldwide. An herbal cosmetic have growing demand in the world market and is an invaluable gift of nature. Herbal formulations always have attracted considerable attention because of their good activity and comparatively lesser or nil side effects with synthetic drugs. Herbs and spices have been used in maintaining and enhancing human beauty.
Formulation challenges in herbal cosmeticsForam Machhar
Herbal cosmetics face various formulation challenges due to the properties of the phytoconstituents used as active ingredients. Phytoconstituents can be water soluble, water insoluble, fibrous, or poorly wettable. They also exist as concentrated extracts, resins, or liquid extracts. This makes them difficult to incorporate into cosmetic formulations. Novel drug delivery systems are being developed using nanotechnology approaches like liposomes, phytosomes, and solid lipid nanoparticles to improve solubility, stability, and efficacy. Specific herbal extracts face challenges like poor absorption, rapid metabolism, and low bioavailability. Herbal antioxidants and photoprotectives are prone to oxidation and instability. Anti-aging herbs have issues with
This document discusses herbal cosmetics and their advantages. It defines key terms like cosmeceuticals and nutricosmetics. Herbal cosmetics provide benefits to the skin through ingredients derived from plants. They have been used in Ayurveda for beautification and protection. Herbal cosmetics contain phytochemicals that nourish the skin without side effects. Their ingredients have a long history of safe use. Herbal cosmetics are safer alternatives to synthetic products and suitable for all skin types. They are classified based on their use for facial skin, hair, or general skin care.
Matrix Fine Sciences is a Life science division of a fifty year old group which has intense and diverse manufacturing experience in Nutraceutical industry. We are highly process oriented company and a global supplier today catering to Nutaceutical, Cosmetic, Food, and Pharma industries.
Matrix fine sciences is specialized in extraction of Natural Tocopherol( Vitamin E) from 100 % Non GMO Soy and Sunflower.
Herbal cosmetics face several challenges in their formulation. Key among these are a lack of documentation for herbal ingredients, no standardized processes for extraction and production, and unstable active compounds that can degrade over time. Specific issues include inconsistent quality and potency of raw herbal materials, difficulties assessing safety due to complex mixtures of compounds, and constraints in the cultivation and processing of medicinal plants. Proper drying, storage conditions, and quality controls are needed to ensure herbal cosmetics maintain therapeutic properties throughout production and shelf life.
The document discusses herbal cosmetics and provides guidelines for formulating them. It describes various herbal ingredients that can be used in hair care, skin care, and oral care products. Some key herbal ingredients mentioned are amla, bhringraj, and henna for hair, turmeric, sandalwood, and saffron for skin, and cinnamon, eucalyptus, and peppermint for oral care. The document also outlines regulatory standards for herbal cosmetics in India as well as certification guidelines from COSMOS. It notes challenges in formulation related to environmental factors and standardization.
This document discusses the role of herbal ingredients in cosmetics, specifically in hair care, skin care, and oral care products. It outlines several medicinal herbs commonly used in each category, such as henna, fenugreek, and cedarwood oil for hair care; coconut oil, sunflower oil, golden root, and turmeric for skin care; and clove oil, honey, tea tree oil, and garlic for oral care. The document also provides examples of marketed herbal products in each category and describes the various types of herbal products that can be formulated, such as hair oils, lotions, and shampoos for hair care or cleansing agents, toners, and moisturizers
Leveraging innovation in herbal formulations and cosmetics: Whitestone Healt...Whitestone Healthcare
This document discusses leveraging innovation in herbal formulations and cosmetics. It provides background on ancient cosmetic formulations using plant extracts from countries like Egypt, India, and Italy. It then discusses specific herbal ingredients like turmeric, sandalwood, and saffron that are used in traditional herbal formulations like ubtan paste for skin benefits. The document outlines approaches for developing herbal cosmetics following Ayurvedic principles and analyzes various plants and their phytochemicals that can be used for applications like skin care, hair care, anti-aging, and deodorizing. It also discusses the importance of quality control and standardization of herbal cosmetics.
This document discusses herbal cosmetics. It defines herbal cosmetics and provides classifications based on dosage form and body part applied. It describes common herbal ingredients used in skin care products like creams and lotions for different skin types. Herbal hair care products like oils, shampoos, and conditioners are also outlined. Other herbal cosmetic categories discussed include dental products, nail polishes, and eye shadows. Advantages of herbal cosmetics include lack of side effects and easy incorporation. Disadvantages include slower effects and difficulty standardizing ingredients.
The document provides information on herbal skin cosmetics. It discusses cosmetics as defined by the D&C Act of 1940 in India and introduces skin and herbal skin cosmetics. The differences between ayurvedic and herbal skin cosmetics are outlined. Various types of herbal skin preparations are classified and common methods of preparation are described. Key components of herbal cosmetic formulations are identified along with common evaluation parameters and regulatory aspects. Important herbs used in cosmetic formulations for their diverse functions are listed, along with references used in compiling the document.
Ecuadorian Rainforest, LLC is a company founded in 1997 that supplies natural botanicals from South America to the health and beauty industries. The company has over 25 employees and exclusive trade agreements that allow it to provide a vast selection of premium raw materials to its clients. Ecuadorian Rainforest celebrates supplying natural ingredients for over 10 years and prides itself on quality, service, and sustainable and fair trade practices.
This document provides an overview of herbal technology and standardization in formulations. It discusses various types of herbal cosmetic formulations including creams, lotions, face packs, hair cosmetics like shampoos, and their composition and actions. Specific formulations described include nourishing night cream, sunscreen cream, lip balm, and anti-dandruff shampoo. The document emphasizes the importance of standardization in herbal cosmetics to ensure consistency and quality.
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Our skin is in constant contact with our external environment and forms a barrier that protects us from microorganisms, heat, cold and UV radiation. In order for our skin to remain smooth and flexible, it needs moisture and the structural proteins elastin and collagen.
Cosmeceuticals are cosmetic products containing medicinal ingredients that provide medical benefits to the skin. They claim to improve skin health beyond basic beautification by encouraging collagen growth and combating free radicals. Common active ingredients in cosmeceuticals include moisturizing agents like ceramides, sunscreen agents that absorb or reflect UV rays, and vitamins A, C, and E that have anti-aging properties. Nutraceuticals are food products with potential health benefits beyond basic nutrition, such as preventing diseases. They include functional foods as well as dietary supplements made from plants that are rich in antioxidants like carotenoids and polyphenols.
Common ingredients used in cosmetics include antibacterial and preservative agents like triclocarban and triclosan to protect products and bacteriostatic activity. Colorants are also widely used for decorative purposes and include inorganic pigments like iron oxides, titanium dioxide, and organic pigments. Emollients help maintain skin's softness and include lipids, oils, fatty acid esters, and silicones. Humectants like glycerin are used to increase skin's water content. Ceramides and lipids from sources like coconut oil are used as emollients. Moisturizers hold water on skin using ingredients like glycerin and aloe. Thickeners and polymers form different
This document summarizes high-value co-products that can be derived from plants for use in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It discusses three important groups of plant-derived components: polysaccharides, phenolic compounds, and plant-derived oils. Specific examples of plants containing these compounds that are commonly used in cosmetics include aloe vera, green tea, and olive oil. The document also outlines the various health benefits and applications of compounds extracted from these plants. Key reasons for exploiting plant-derived co-products include environmental benefits, consumer preference for natural products, and the economic potential of extracting high-value compounds from by-products.
This document discusses plants that Indian women have traditionally used to enhance beauty and skin care. It summarizes the uses and benefits of 11 plants from 11 families: turmeric, tulsi, amla, carrot, cucumber, papaya, potato, sandalwood, nutmeg, gram flour, and aloe vera. These plants are commonly used in home remedies and cosmetic products due to their skin healing, anti-aging, and beautifying properties. The key active compounds and uses of each plant are described, such as using turmeric for glowing skin, tulsi for skin infections, and amla for hair growth and skin glow. Indian women's traditional knowledge of herbal beauty treatments is discussed.
Herbal cosmetics have several advantages over synthetic cosmetics, including fewer allergic reactions and side effects since they are natural. However, herbal cosmetics also have some disadvantages like slower effects and difficulties in standardization. This document discusses various herbal cosmetic products for skin, hair, and nails. It describes formulations for herbal creams, oils, and shampoos that use herbs like amla, reetha, and henna. Current challenges in herbal cosmetics include a lack of scientific validation, quality control, and pharmacokinetic studies.
This document provides information about various plant oils and their uses in cosmetics and personal care products. It discusses oils such as avocado oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, and argan oil. For each oil, it describes the plant source, chemical composition, and benefits. It also provides examples of personal care products that contain these oils. The document is intended to educate readers about why plant oils are commonly used ingredients in cosmetics and personal care formulations.
This document discusses preservatives used in cosmetics. It notes that preservatives are added to cosmetics to prevent bacterial growth and spoilage, keeping products fresh for longer. However, preservatives can be toxic at higher concentrations and some common preservatives like parabens, formaldehyde, and hydroquinone have been linked to health issues like cancer and endocrine disruption. While preservatives are only found in small amounts, the cumulative effects of multiple products is unknown. The document concludes that while preservatives allow cosmetics to have longer shelf lives, many are untested and potentially dangerous, so consumers should research ingredients and companies should seek safer alternatives.
Controversial ingredients of Cosmetics - Parabens, Formaldehyde and formaldehyde liberators, 1,4 Dioxanes, Health concerns of controversial ingredients, Regulations of controversial ingredients, quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, diazolidinyl urea, polyoxymethylene urea,
sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, bromopol and glyoxal, Alternatives of parabens, Vulnerable populations, How to avoid controversial ingredients
The concept of beauty and cosmetics is as ancient as mankind and civilization. Women are obsessed with looking beautiful. So, they use various beauty products that have herbs to look charming and young. Indian herbs and its significance are popular worldwide. An herbal cosmetic have growing demand in the world market and is an invaluable gift of nature. Herbal formulations always have attracted considerable attention because of their good activity and comparatively lesser or nil side effects with synthetic drugs. Herbs and spices have been used in maintaining and enhancing human beauty.
Formulation challenges in herbal cosmeticsForam Machhar
Herbal cosmetics face various formulation challenges due to the properties of the phytoconstituents used as active ingredients. Phytoconstituents can be water soluble, water insoluble, fibrous, or poorly wettable. They also exist as concentrated extracts, resins, or liquid extracts. This makes them difficult to incorporate into cosmetic formulations. Novel drug delivery systems are being developed using nanotechnology approaches like liposomes, phytosomes, and solid lipid nanoparticles to improve solubility, stability, and efficacy. Specific herbal extracts face challenges like poor absorption, rapid metabolism, and low bioavailability. Herbal antioxidants and photoprotectives are prone to oxidation and instability. Anti-aging herbs have issues with
This document discusses herbal cosmetics and their advantages. It defines key terms like cosmeceuticals and nutricosmetics. Herbal cosmetics provide benefits to the skin through ingredients derived from plants. They have been used in Ayurveda for beautification and protection. Herbal cosmetics contain phytochemicals that nourish the skin without side effects. Their ingredients have a long history of safe use. Herbal cosmetics are safer alternatives to synthetic products and suitable for all skin types. They are classified based on their use for facial skin, hair, or general skin care.
Matrix Fine Sciences is a Life science division of a fifty year old group which has intense and diverse manufacturing experience in Nutraceutical industry. We are highly process oriented company and a global supplier today catering to Nutaceutical, Cosmetic, Food, and Pharma industries.
Matrix fine sciences is specialized in extraction of Natural Tocopherol( Vitamin E) from 100 % Non GMO Soy and Sunflower.
Herbal cosmetics face several challenges in their formulation. Key among these are a lack of documentation for herbal ingredients, no standardized processes for extraction and production, and unstable active compounds that can degrade over time. Specific issues include inconsistent quality and potency of raw herbal materials, difficulties assessing safety due to complex mixtures of compounds, and constraints in the cultivation and processing of medicinal plants. Proper drying, storage conditions, and quality controls are needed to ensure herbal cosmetics maintain therapeutic properties throughout production and shelf life.
The document discusses herbal cosmetics and provides guidelines for formulating them. It describes various herbal ingredients that can be used in hair care, skin care, and oral care products. Some key herbal ingredients mentioned are amla, bhringraj, and henna for hair, turmeric, sandalwood, and saffron for skin, and cinnamon, eucalyptus, and peppermint for oral care. The document also outlines regulatory standards for herbal cosmetics in India as well as certification guidelines from COSMOS. It notes challenges in formulation related to environmental factors and standardization.
This document discusses the role of herbal ingredients in cosmetics, specifically in hair care, skin care, and oral care products. It outlines several medicinal herbs commonly used in each category, such as henna, fenugreek, and cedarwood oil for hair care; coconut oil, sunflower oil, golden root, and turmeric for skin care; and clove oil, honey, tea tree oil, and garlic for oral care. The document also provides examples of marketed herbal products in each category and describes the various types of herbal products that can be formulated, such as hair oils, lotions, and shampoos for hair care or cleansing agents, toners, and moisturizers
Leveraging innovation in herbal formulations and cosmetics: Whitestone Healt...Whitestone Healthcare
This document discusses leveraging innovation in herbal formulations and cosmetics. It provides background on ancient cosmetic formulations using plant extracts from countries like Egypt, India, and Italy. It then discusses specific herbal ingredients like turmeric, sandalwood, and saffron that are used in traditional herbal formulations like ubtan paste for skin benefits. The document outlines approaches for developing herbal cosmetics following Ayurvedic principles and analyzes various plants and their phytochemicals that can be used for applications like skin care, hair care, anti-aging, and deodorizing. It also discusses the importance of quality control and standardization of herbal cosmetics.
This document discusses herbal cosmetics. It defines herbal cosmetics and provides classifications based on dosage form and body part applied. It describes common herbal ingredients used in skin care products like creams and lotions for different skin types. Herbal hair care products like oils, shampoos, and conditioners are also outlined. Other herbal cosmetic categories discussed include dental products, nail polishes, and eye shadows. Advantages of herbal cosmetics include lack of side effects and easy incorporation. Disadvantages include slower effects and difficulty standardizing ingredients.
The document provides information on herbal skin cosmetics. It discusses cosmetics as defined by the D&C Act of 1940 in India and introduces skin and herbal skin cosmetics. The differences between ayurvedic and herbal skin cosmetics are outlined. Various types of herbal skin preparations are classified and common methods of preparation are described. Key components of herbal cosmetic formulations are identified along with common evaluation parameters and regulatory aspects. Important herbs used in cosmetic formulations for their diverse functions are listed, along with references used in compiling the document.
Ecuadorian Rainforest, LLC is a company founded in 1997 that supplies natural botanicals from South America to the health and beauty industries. The company has over 25 employees and exclusive trade agreements that allow it to provide a vast selection of premium raw materials to its clients. Ecuadorian Rainforest celebrates supplying natural ingredients for over 10 years and prides itself on quality, service, and sustainable and fair trade practices.
This document provides an overview of herbal technology and standardization in formulations. It discusses various types of herbal cosmetic formulations including creams, lotions, face packs, hair cosmetics like shampoos, and their composition and actions. Specific formulations described include nourishing night cream, sunscreen cream, lip balm, and anti-dandruff shampoo. The document emphasizes the importance of standardization in herbal cosmetics to ensure consistency and quality.
How to choose the best anti aging cream for your skin type and budgetmorenews222
Our skin is in constant contact with our external environment and forms a barrier that protects us from microorganisms, heat, cold and UV radiation. In order for our skin to remain smooth and flexible, it needs moisture and the structural proteins elastin and collagen.
Cosmeceuticals are cosmetic products containing medicinal ingredients that provide medical benefits to the skin. They claim to improve skin health beyond basic beautification by encouraging collagen growth and combating free radicals. Common active ingredients in cosmeceuticals include moisturizing agents like ceramides, sunscreen agents that absorb or reflect UV rays, and vitamins A, C, and E that have anti-aging properties. Nutraceuticals are food products with potential health benefits beyond basic nutrition, such as preventing diseases. They include functional foods as well as dietary supplements made from plants that are rich in antioxidants like carotenoids and polyphenols.
This document provides information on nutrition and supplementation to promote skin health. It recommends:
- Consuming a balanced diet high in nutrients like vitamins A, C, E and minerals like selenium to support collagen production and fight free radicals.
- Staying hydrated by drinking 8-12 glasses of water daily to keep skin glowing.
- Eating foods rich in essential fatty acids like salmon, walnuts and flaxseeds which help produce skin's natural oil barrier.
- Including antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables in the diet to slow skin aging and protect from sun damage.
1. The document discusses cosmeceuticals, which are cosmetic products containing medicinal ingredients that provide topical benefits and protect against skin damage.
2. Common cosmeceutical categories include retinoids, hydroxy acids, antioxidants, and sunscreens. Retinoids like retinol help produce collagen and reduce signs of aging. Hydroxy acids exfoliate skin and reduce wrinkles. Antioxidants protect skin from free radical damage.
3. The mechanisms of cosmeceuticals include activating receptors, enhancing the skin barrier, increasing exfoliation, and modulating pigmentation. Precautions must be taken with hydroxy acid products to avoid irritation.
ROLE OF HERBS IN COSMETIC SKIN CARE: ALOE AND TURMERICsnehalraut2002
Herbal cosmetic are used by people to keep clean and enhance their beauty. Aloe vera is a cheap, effective and amezing beauty product that come in variety of forms including gel, lotion and cream. Turmeric work as a skin lightening agent for your skin. They are help to brighting dark spots, heal skin wounds and moisturizing dry skin,etc.
Anti-aging potential of a cream containing herbal oils and honey: Formulation...iosrjce
IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences(IOSR-JPBS) is a double blind peer reviewed International Journal that provides rapid publication (within a month) of articles in all areas of Pharmacy and Biological Science. The journal welcomes publications of high quality papers on theoretical developments and practical applications in Pharmacy and Biological Science. Original research papers, state-of-the-art reviews, and high quality technical notes are invited for publications.
Aging is a natural part of human life. However, recent discoveries indicate that pharmacological approaches used for the improvement and possibly, for the delay of the aging process, might shed a new light on this topic. This might obviously contribute to the extension of the active life of older people and maintenance of their quality of life, which could consequently reduce both social and economic burden of each country, especially the developed ones.
This document summarizes several products from a company, including their key ingredients and benefits. The flagship product, C24/7, contains high levels of antioxidants and phytonutrients from fruit, vegetable, mushroom and green food blends. It provides cellular protection, immunity, energy and longevity. Other products focus on areas like cardiovascular health, whitening, coffee, dental care, feminine/masculine washes, weight loss and iced tea. All products contain natural, herbal ingredients and avoid chemicals, sugars and artificial components.
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Introduction about Health & Beauty products:
To restore a good and youthful complexion, most of the peoples used a skin facial. Facial cream
helps for enhancing personal beauty by protecting ailments of skin. A facial cream also helps
from age spots, to other skin discoloration due to hyperpigmentation and also in whitening the
color of skin and also adds moisture and protective layer on the skin. Instead of that it is also can
covered the dark spots, blemishes and discolorations to make them unnoticeable. The facial
creams acts as removal of the flaws from skin, maintaining the smoothness and moistness of skin.
The facial cream usually signifies a semisolid emulsion. An emulsion is dispersion of one
immiscible liquid in the other. Water is an important ingredient of skin creams and lotions as a
moisture content of the skin controls the appearance of the skin. Therefore, in skin creams or
lotions, either fatty Phase (oil) can be dispersed in aqueous phase (water) or aqueous phase can be
dispersed in fatty phase. If oil droplets are dispersed in aqueous phase, emulsion is termed as oil-
in-water (o/w) and if water is dispersed in fatty phase (oil) emulsion is termed as water-in-oil
(w/o). It has been observed that o/w emulsions occasionally change into w/o emulsion and vice
versa. To make dispersion of one phase into other suitable emulsifying agents are used. A variety
of substances are use as emulsifying agents and most of them belong to the group known as
surface active agents. These substances possess both hydrophilic and lipophilic properties.
2. Antioxidant in face cream
To prevent oxidative deterioration, antioxidants are added to semisolids face cream. The
antioxidant system is determined by the components of the formulation, and the selection depends
on several factors, such as toxicity, irritancy, potency, compatibility, odor, discoloration,
solubility and stability. Often, two antioxidants are used, since the combination is often
synergistic. Butyl hydroxyl toluene (BHT) and Butyl hydroxyl aniline (BHA) are some
commonly used antioxidants. Acids such as citric, maleic, phosphoric, or tartaric may be added to
the combination to chelate trace quantities of metals. Face cream containing antioxidant is used to
protect the skin from damage and respond to the presence of free radicals. Antioxidants have
ability to reduce or prevent some amount of the oxidative damage that destroys and depletes the
skin’s function and structure while also preventing some of the degenerative effects in skin
caused by sun exposure. It may also reduce the effect of trace, smoke, and pollution. Some skin
expert believes that direct application of antioxidant cream to the skin might slow down the aging
process. Antioxidant cream may also reduce the appearance of wrinkles and shield the skin
against damage from the sun and the environment. Some antioxidant cream content essential oils
that are believed to have natural antioxidant properties. Now a day’s antioxidant extracted from
natural herbal source is also have wide applications in preparation of cosmetic preparations
because of their easy availability and nontoxicity. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals, unstable
oxygen molecules that break down skin cells and cause wrinkles, thus preventing impairment at
the cellular level. They inhibit inflammation leading to collagen depletion and offer protection
against photo damage and skin cancer. Roles of antioxidant Oxygen is essential to life, but as our
bodies use oxygen, we generate by-products known as reactive oxygen species or, more
commonly, free radicals. These compounds are a normal part of the body's stress response, but
they can damage healthy cells and are especially likely to attack the fats that provide structure to
the membranes surrounding body cells3. Antioxidants are nutrients or enzymes that help to
neutralize free radicals in the body. Free radicals are created as by products when the body uses
oxygen. Free radicals are nothing but the reactive oxygen species, oxidant and/or simply radicals.
Free radicals can also enter the body via pollution, smoking, poor diet, pesticides or radiation. In
some cases, excess exercise can cause over-production of free radicals. Most free radicals, with
the exception of a few such as melanin, are chemically reactive and dangerous to health.
Antioxidants protect the skin by limiting the production of free radicals, which can damage skin
cells.
One of the most desirable benefits of antioxidants in skin care products is the calming of
inflammation, which promotes more even skin tone and helps to keep skin acne and wrinkles at
free.
Antioxidant play an important role in skin care is skin firming. Antioxidants may actually
reverse the effects of aging by improving skin health and rejuvenating its appearance.
Although it is nearly impossible to make wrinkles disappear, skin care products with
antioxidants can help plump out the skin and make it more youthful.
Reducing the appearance of scar tissue is another important benefit of antioxidants in skin care.
Antioxidants that stimulate blood flow in the skin can help encourage the growth of new cells
and make sun damaged skin appear younger.
3. Examples of antioxidant
Vitamin E
Vitamin E (tocopherol) is known for better antioxidant activity and used in skin care
formulations. There are eight active isoforms of this lipophilic antioxidant, which is present in
various foods, such as vegetables, seeds, and meat. α- Tocopherol is the most biologically active
isoform , which in animals showed photo-protective effects after topical application being able to
reduce the number of sunburn cells and UVB-induced damage.
Vitamin C
Our body is not able to produce vitamin C (ascorbic acid). This essential water-soluble anti-
oxidant can be obtained exclusively from dietary sources such as fruits and vegetables (lemons,
oranges, green peppers, watermelon, papaya, grapefruit, strawberries, kiwi, mango, tomatoes)
where it is normally present in its reduced form, ascorbic acid. Oxidation processes form
dehydro-ascorbic acid that can revert to ascorbic acid.
Green tea
One of the most favourite beverages which is useful as its extracts in cosmetic products is green
tea. Topical application of green tea extract and some of its components were able to reduce the
deleterious effects of sunlight on human skin and to prevent UVA-induced skin damage including
wrinkling and sagging. Among the polyphenolic catechins contained in green extract obtained
from the tea plant Camellia sinensis, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) is the most abundant and
the most biologically active.
Genistein
The main components of soy are phospho-lipids, such as phosphatidylcholine and essential fatty
acids while among the minor elements, the most active compounds include isoflavones, saponins,
essential amino acids, and phytosterols. The most potent isoflavones are the phytoestrogens
genistein and daidzein. Genistein photoprotective effects have been attributed to its ability to
inhibit UV-induced oxidative DNA da-mage and to effectively protect human skin against UVB-
induced skin photodamage. Due to its different beneficial effects, genistein is included in various
skin care formulations claiming anti-aging effects.
Lycopene
Lycopene possesses antioxidant properties superior to those of β-carotene and other common
carotenoids, due to its extreme reactivity . After topical application, lycopene can prevent
oxidative damage more effectively than β-caro-tene. Lycopene is a terpene with eight isoprene
units, which is responsible for the red color of fruits and vegetables such as tomato, water-melon,
pink grapefruit, guava, apricots, papaya and rosehip, representing more than 80% of total tomato
carotenoids.
Silymarin
Silymarin is extracted from the fruit, seeds and leaves of the milk thistle plant,
Silybummarianum, which is one of the oldest and better-known plants of ancient times for the
treatment of liver and gallbladder disorders. Silymarin is a mixture of three natural polyphenolic
4. flavonoids: silybin (silibinin), silydianin, and silychristine. The main component silibinin is
considered the most biologically active, due to its potent antioxidant activity and its ability to
modulate differently molecular changes caused by skin exposure to xenobiotics and UV
radiations. Scavenging free radicals prevent lipid peroxidation and decreasing the production of
pyrimidine.
Coffee Berry
The extract of coffee contains polyphenols including chlorogenic acid, condensed
proanthocyanidins, quinic acid, and ferulic acid. The oxygen radical absorbance capacity assay
(ORAC) showed that the antioxidant activity of Coffeeberry was stronger than that of other well-
known antioxidants such as green tea extract, pomegranate extract, vitamin C and E.
Resveratrol
Resveratrol a poly-phenolic phytoalexin found in grapes, nuts, fruits (colored berries), and many
red wines, exists in two isoforms and the trans isomer is more stable and biologically active.
Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant with strong anti-inflammatory and antipro liferative propertie.
Recent studies reported that this compound was able to inhibit UV-induced lipid peroxidation
being 95% efficient, compared with ~65% for vitamin E and ~37% for vitamin C. Because of its
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, resveratrol appears to offer anti-aging skin benefits,
and different commercial skin care formulations contain this active ingredient. In quantities
contained in skin care products, resveratrol seems to be safe.
Grape seed
Grape seed is obtained from Vitisvinifera, and its principal components are proanthocyanidins,
fatty acids, and vitamin E, C, and D. Proanthocya-nidins, belonging to the flavonoid family, are
potent antioxidants due to radical scavenging, quenching, and enzyme-inhibiting actions. The
antioxidant activity of proanthocyanidins was reported to be much stronger than vitamin C or
vitamin E in aqueous systems. In human epidermal keratinocytes, grape seed proanthocyanidins
reduced UV-B photo-damage by inhibiting depletion of natural antioxidant defense. Due to its
skin moisturizing and antioxidant properties, grape seed oil is largely used as an active ingredient
in cosmetic products. This oil contains fatty acids such as linoleic, oleic, palmitic, stearic, alpha-
linolenic, palmitoleic acids and vitamins E, C, D. These fatty acids help repair damaged skin,
wrinkles around the eyes, stretch marks and, therefore, grape seed oil has been included in
cosmetic products claiming anti-aging effects.
Pomegranate
One of the most interesting active ingredients “re-discovered” in the last decade is pomegranate
extract, obtained from different parts of the fruit Punicagranatum, such as juice, seed, and peel.
Because of its many beneficial effects, pomegra-nate extracts have been used in various cultures
as a traditional medicine for centuries. Pomegranate fruit contains a wide range of polyphenols
including ellagic acid, flavonoids, anthocyanidins, tannins, and vitamin C. In particular, the
phenolic components have potent antioxidant activity. With its anti-inflammatory, antiaging and
soothing effects, pomegranate extracts are favorite ingredients for a number of cosmetic products.
5. Component of face cream
Face cream can be prepared by using various ingredients. Depending on the physico-chemical
properties and cream stability different types of excipient are used. Table 1 contains the list of
category of components along with their examples.
Ideal properties
It should be stable and should have a good appearance. It should soften on application to the skin.
It should spread easily without dragging. During application it should not have oily or greasy feel.
A thin emollient film should remain on the skin after its use. It should give the antioxidant
property to the skin.
Anti-oxidant as a nutrients
Antioxidant action is also part of the role of vitamins C,E, folate and beta carotene and also the
minerals selenium, manganese, copper and zinc. Much of the marketing of antioxidants
concentrates on these nutrients. However, studies of antioxidant minerals and vitamins taken as
supplements have been disappointing and it appears that the complex array of antioxidants
present naturally in plants as well as those the body produces in reaction to stress may be more
important.
General applications of antioxidant
Antioxidants protect skin by limiting the production of free radicals, which can damage skin cells.
Reducing the appearance of scar tissue. Use to treat sun damage. Reducing the appearance of
wrinkles. Reverse the effect of aging
1. Anti-inflammation:
Calming of inflammation is one of the most desirable benefits of antioxidants in skin-care
products. Reducing inflammation promotes more even skin tone and helps keep acne and
wrinkles at bay. Alpha lipoic acid and others found in pine bark and green tea, produce
valuable anti-inflammatory results by increasing circulation and cell metabolism.
2. Skin firming:
Antioxidants may actually reverse the effects of aging by improving skin health and
rejuvenating its appearance. Coenzyme Q-10, or CoQ-10, is a common skin-firming
antioxidant and is great for use in eye creams and products that are meant to tone the skin.
3. Reduced appearance of wrinkles:
Most antioxidants are great for reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, but
vitamins C and E are especially beneficial. Although it is nearly impossible to make wrinkles
disappear, skin-care products with antioxidants can help plump out the skin and make it
appear more youthful. Many products and creams for use around the eyes or other problem
areas incorporate these vitamins.
4. Scar treatment:
Reducing the appearance of scar tissue is another important benefit of antioxidants in skin
care. Scar tissue has a different cell structure than that of healthy skin, making it rigid. Many
6. types of antioxidants, including those found in aloe and an onion extract called allium,
increase blood flow to scar tissue, minimizing the look of the scar and blending in the
development of new skin. Antioxidant-rich scar treatment products are available in a variety
of forms, including gels, patches and creams.
5. Repair of sun damage:
Many antioxidant-rich beauty products are available for treating sun damage, including
cleansers and moisturizers that you can use on your entire body. Sun damage can make skin
appear tough and wrinkly. Antioxidants that stimulate blood flow in the skin can help
encourage the growth of new cells and make sun-damaged skin appear younger.
6. Conclusion:
Antioxidants play an important role not only in specific area but in formulation of various
dosage forms also. Day by day cosmetic preparations have boom in society. In view of
various applications and benefits natural source antioxidant is important in terms of
biocompatible, non-toxic and economic.