Herbal Cosmeceuticals for Photoprotection from Ultraviolet B Radiation: A Review

Abstract

Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays vary with time and season and

Protective Effect of (-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate against Photo-Damage Induced by Ultraviolet A in Human Skin Fibroblasts

“…Lipid peroxidation is one of the sequels of superoxide anion generation [23]. One possible method to prevent skin from UV damage is to use a powerful antioxidant to quench the generated ROS [24]. The results of this study showed that EGCG suppressed the increase in levels of superoxide anion and MDA of the HSF cells exposed to UV A (Figures 4-5), resulting in the increase of HSF viability ( Figure 3).…”

“…The more OH groups it has, the stronger its power to fight against UV stressed skin aging [28,29]. EGCG is the ester of epigallocatechin and gallic acid, and so its molecule has more OH groups than EC, thus making EGCG a stronger potential candidate as a dermatological protectant.…”

The Use of Plants in Skin-Care Products, Cosmetics and Fragrances: Past and Present

“…Indeed, the number of plant species used in skin care, cosmetics and fragrances is considerably greater and continues to grow: sabal (Serenoa serrulata (Michx.) G. Nicholson) [56], gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica L.) [57], (Matricaria chamomilla L.) [58], pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) [59], mango (Mangifera indica L.) [60], gotu kola (Centella asiatica (L.) Urb.) [61], and many others.…”

Role of Glucomannans in Immunology

“…Herbal cosmeceuticals are often used in sunscreens as a barrier to protect skin from the harmful UV rays (104).…”