Revelation the sea's secret: Seaweed's rise as a potent cosmetic ingredient
1 Hygia College of Pharmacy, Lucknow, India.
2 Lucknow Model College of Pharmacy, Lucknow, India.
Research Article
International Journal of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences Archive, 2024, 08(01), 069–078.
Article DOI: 10.53771/ijbpsa.2024.8.1.0074
Publication history:
Received on 20 July 2024; revised on 30 August 2024; accepted on 01 September 2024
Abstract:
Due to their bioactive compounds with beneficial properties, seaweeds have high potential in cosmetics science and they are highly appreciated not only because of variability but due to a multitude sources. In this review, we have elaborated on the multifaceted roles of seaweed-derived ingredients used in skin and hair care formulations focusing both on their biological components as well as extraction processes resulting in therapeutic properties. Here, the effectiveness of seaweed extracts in moisturising, anti-ageing and sun protection applications are discussed as well as sustainability and suggestions for future directions. This review highlights the importance of seaweeds establishment as a natural ingredient, effective properties and expected sustainability on contemporary cosmetic formulations through state-of-art scientific evidence providing promising ways to modernizing processes in the beauty industry.
Keywords:
Seaweed; Cosmetics Science; Skincare; Haircare; Bioactive Compounds; Extraction Methods; Sustainability; Anti-Aging; Moisturizing; Natural Ingredients
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