Chemical Composition and Biological Activities of Essential Oils of Curcuma Species

September 2018 in “ Nutrients ”

Noura S. Dosoky, William N. Setzer

Curcuma aeruginosa turmeric curcumin ar-turmerone α-turmerone β-turmerone antiandrogenic hair regrowth androgenic alopecia skin penetration

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Studysummary This review summarizes the volatile components, biological activities, and potential safety concerns of essential oils from various Curcuma species, but reports no new clinical results.

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The 2018 document "Chemical Composition and Biological Activities of Essential Oils of Curcuma Species" examined the properties of essential oils derived from various Curcuma species, including turmeric. The oils were found to contain bioactive compounds like curcumin, exhibiting anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, and antimicrobial activities. The major constituents of turmeric essential oil were identified as ar-turmerone, α-turmerone, and β-turmerone, among others. The composition varied based on geographical location and the state of the rhizome (fresh or dried). Notably, the essential oil from Curcuma aeruginosa rhizome showed antiandrogenic properties, stimulated hair regrowth in bald males, and enhanced skin penetration in androgenic alopecia patients. However, the document did not provide the number of subjects involved in the study.

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