Comparative Analysis of Moisturising Creams from Vegetable Oils and Paraffin Oil

Application of Desert Date (<i>Balanites aegyptiaca</i>) Seed Oil as Potential Raw Material in the Formulation of Soap and Lotion

“…The pH of lotion A (control without additives) and was left on the bench tends to decrease, the lotion became more acidic, growth of microorganisms was also observed on the control. The pH of the emulsion formulated is between 5.09 to 5.26, which is close to the pH of the mantle of the skin of 5.5 showing that it will be more skin compatible [33].…”

Fennel oil and by-products seed characterization and their potential applications

“…Various vegetable oils can be applied for the moisturizing, protec tion and healing of problematic skins. Besides its nutritional benefits, fennel oil has several positive effects on the skin according to its rich ness in mono unsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) and especially petrose linic acid which can resolve some skin problems, such as dryness (Oyedeji and Okeke, 2010). With the recent trend towards en vironmentally friendly substances and more biodegradable options and in a bio refining approach in term of valorization of fennel EO and VO in a non food applications, the use of fennel oilseed in moisturizing cream formulations seem to be a promising option.…”

The use of Brazilian vegetable oils in nanoemulsions: an update on preparation and biological applications

“…Recently, special attention has been given to the type of oily phase used as the core in the preparation of NE. VO has been preferred not only due to the concept that it is safe and biocompatible, but mainly because of the diversity of benefits, and the complex composition of fatty acids can exercise under the skin, protecting it against dehydration, solar radiation, inflammation, insect attack, microorganisms, and viruses (Tadros, Kessell, 2004;Bloise, 2003;Oyedeji, Okeke, 2010;Bakkali et. al., 2008;Harris, 2002; Contri et al, 2012;Hilbig et al, 2016).…”