Study on the Application of Natural Substances to Cosmeics

Abstract

Background/Objectives: This study was conducted on the application of natural cosmetics using Stachys sieboldii Miq. Roots and their Antioxidant, anti-aging and whitening. Methods/Statistical analysis: The DPPH radical scavenging activity of Stachys sieboldii Miq. root extract was increased in a concentration-dependent manner in an antioxidant activity test. Its ABTs radical scavenging activity was 94.32±0.12% at a concentration of 1000 μg/mL, and its collagenase inhibitory activity was 39.4±2.52% at the same level of concentration in an anti-aging activity test. Findings: These findings suggest that Stachys sieboldii Miq. roots have potential antioxidant, whitening and anti-aging effects. Improvements/Applications: It is deemed that Stachys sieboldii Miq. root extract can be effectively used in the development of new functional cosmetic ingredients.