Potential biomedical applications of marine algae

Hui Min David Wang, Xiao Chun Li, Duu Jong Lee, Jo Shu Chang

Research output: Contribution to journalReview articlepeer-review

162 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

Functional components extracted from algal biomass are widely used as dietary and health supplements with a variety of applications in food science and technology. In contrast, the applications of algae in dermal-related products have received much less attention, despite that algae also possess high potential for the uses in anti-infection, anti-aging, skin-whitening, and skin tumor treatments. This review, therefore, focuses on integrating studies on algae pertinent to human skin care, health and therapy. The active compounds in algae related to human skin treatments are mentioned and the possible mechanisms involved are described. The main purpose of this review is to identify serviceable algae functions in skin treatments to facilitate practical applications in this high-potential area.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1407-1415
Number of pages9
JournalBioresource technology
Volume244
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Bioengineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Waste Management and Disposal

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Potential biomedical applications of marine algae'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this