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Bioprospecting of natural sources for cosmeceuticals /

This book delves into the world of natural sources such as medicinal plants, microbes, fungi, lichens, and algae that have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the isolation, characterization, and authentication of these natural sources for use...

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: Knovel (Firm)
Other Authors: Kathuria, Deepika (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London : Royal Society of Chemistry, 2024.
Subjects:
Cosmetics.
Cosmétiques.
cosmetics.
Biochemistry.
Pharmacology.
MEDICAL.
Botany.
Life Sciences.
SCIENCE.
Organic.
Chemistry.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Bioprospecting of Natural Sources for Cosmeceuticals
  • Dedication
  • Editor Biographies
  • Preface
  • Contents
  • 1
  • Natural Products for Cosmeceuticals
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 History of Natural Product-based Cosmeceuticals
  • 1.3 Cosmeceutical Properties
  • 1.4 Economic Overview of Green Cosmetics
  • 1.5 Natural Cosmetic-based Formulations
  • 1.5.1 Skin Care
  • 1.5.2 Hair Care
  • 1.5.3 Toiletries
  • 1.5.4 Nail Care
  • 1.5.5 Lip Care
  • 1.5.6 Perfumes
  • 1.6 Limitations of Natural Cosmeceuticals
  • 1.7 Conclusion
  • References
  • 2
  • Natural Products as Cosmeceuticals in Different Countries: A Regulatory Perspective
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Regulations in Different Countries
  • 2.2.1 United States of America
  • 2.2.1.1 Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act)
  • 2.2.1.2 New Laws
  • 2.2.1.3 USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)
  • 2.2.2 Canada
  • 2.2.3 Japan
  • 2.2.4 China
  • 2.2.5 European Union
  • 2.2.5.1 Under EU Legislation Some of the Certifications That Are Accepted for the Use of Natural Ingredients in Cosmetics Markets64
  • 2.2.5.1.1 Different Natural and Organic Cosmetics Standards. As per 'Ecovia Intelligence', in Europe, due to the growing demand for organic and natural cosmetics, many cosmetic businesses (makers and formulators) are creating certified products and/or usi
  • 2.2.5.1.2 The Fair Trade Standard. Initially, the fair trade standard was an agricultural standard. It is, nevertheless, widely utilized for cosmetic goods. Fairtrade International maintains the most well-known certification programs for fair trade goods.
  • 2.2.5.2 Quality Management
  • 2.2.6 India
  • 3
  • Methods of Isolation, Characterization and Authentication of Essential Oils for Cosmetics
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Essential Oils
  • 3.3 Chemistry of Essential Oils
  • 3.4 Methods of Isolation
  • 3.5 Methods of Characterization
  • 3.6 Methods of Authentication
  • 3.7 Application of Essential Oils in Cosmetics
  • 3.8 Conclusions and Future Prospects
  • References
  • 4
  • Toxic and Allergic Responses Caused by Secondary Metabolites Used in Cosmetic Formulations
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Toxic and Allergenic Plant Secondary Metabolites Used in Cosmetics
  • 4.2.1 Terpene Secondary Metabolites
  • 4.2.1.1 Limonene and Linalool
  • 4.2.1.2 Caryophyllene
  • 4.2.1.3 Geraniol
  • 4.2.1.4 Tea Tree Oil
  • 4.2.1.5 Bisabolol
  • 4.2.2 Phenolic Secondary Metabolites
  • 4.2.2.1 Cinnamic Acid
  • 4.2.2.2 Ferulic Acid
  • 4.2.2.3 Coumarin
  • 4.2.2.4 Psoralen
  • 4.2.2.5 Kaempferol
  • 4.2.3 Alkaloid Secondary Metabolites
  • 4.2.3.1 Caffeine
  • 4.2.3.2 Capsaicin
  • 4.2.3.3 Berberine
  • 4.2.3.4 Piperine
  • 4.2.3.5 Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids
  • 4.3 Secondary Metabolites Derived From Microorganisms and Animals That Cause Toxic and Allergic Responses
  • 4.3.1 Carminic Acid
  • 4.3.2 Bee Products