TY - JOUR
T1 - Exploring the potential of using algae in cosmetics
AU - Wang, Hui Min David
AU - Chen, Ching Chun
AU - Huynh, Pauline
AU - Chang, Jo Shu
N1 - Funding Information:
This work is financially supported by Taiwan’s National Science Council under Grant Nos. 102-2811-E-006-058 , 102-2622-E-011-001-CC2 , NSC102-2622-E-037-002 and MOST 103-2221-E-037-004 , and Taiwan’s Bureau of Energy, Ministry of Economic Affairs . We also thank the project of Center for Stem Cell Research, Kaohsiung Medical University, KMU-TP103G00 and KMU-TP103G02-05. The authors also thank Mr. Jung-Chien Wu of University of British Columbia, Canada for his contribution to this article.
PY - 2015/5/1
Y1 - 2015/5/1
N2 - The applications of microalgae in cosmetic products have recently received more attention in the treatment of skin problems, such as aging, tanning and pigment disorders. There are also potential uses in the areas of anti-aging, skin-whitening, and pigmentation reduction products. While algae species have already been used in some cosmetic formulations, such as moisturizing and thickening agents, algae remain largely untapped as an asset in this industry due to an apparent lack of utility as a primary active ingredient. This review article focuses on integrating studies on algae pertinent to skin health and beauty, with the purpose of identifying serviceable algae functions in practical cosmetic uses.
AB - The applications of microalgae in cosmetic products have recently received more attention in the treatment of skin problems, such as aging, tanning and pigment disorders. There are also potential uses in the areas of anti-aging, skin-whitening, and pigmentation reduction products. While algae species have already been used in some cosmetic formulations, such as moisturizing and thickening agents, algae remain largely untapped as an asset in this industry due to an apparent lack of utility as a primary active ingredient. This review article focuses on integrating studies on algae pertinent to skin health and beauty, with the purpose of identifying serviceable algae functions in practical cosmetic uses.
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U2 - 10.1016/j.biortech.2014.12.001
DO - 10.1016/j.biortech.2014.12.001
M3 - Review article
C2 - 25537136
AN - SCOPUS:84925183359
VL - 184
SP - 355
EP - 362
JO - Bioresource Technology
JF - Bioresource Technology
SN - 0960-8524
ER -