Chemistry of Cosmetics: The Role of Natural Products and Plant Tissue Culture
January 2010
in “
Elsevier eBooks
”
TLDR Natural ingredients are seen as safe and effective in cosmetics, and plant tissue culture is becoming key for ingredient supply.
The chapter discussed the significant role of natural products in cosmetics, emphasizing their perceived safety compared to synthetic products. It highlighted the development of advanced cosmetics or cosmeceuticals, which offer drug-like benefits, particularly in skin-whitening, antiaging, and hair growth promotion. The chapter also covered plant tissue culture technologies, including micropropagation, root culture, and biotransformation, as methods to produce cosmetic ingredients. These techniques were noted for their potential to enhance the production of useful compounds and adapt to changing natural conditions.
