Exploration of Effective Natural Cosmetic Ingredients for Scalp Care
June 2011
in “
대한미용학회지
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Studysummary This study suggests that shiitake mushroom, buckwheat, soybean, cypress, and seaweed fulvescens may be potential candidates for use in scalp care cosmetics due to their antioxidative and antimicrobial properties, safety, and favorable user feedback.
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The study explored natural materials for scalp care and prevention of hair damage and alopecia, focusing on shiitake mushroom, buckwheat, soybean, cypress, and seaweed fulvescens. These materials were analyzed for their general ingredients, cell viability, safety, antioxidative, and antibacterial properties. Shiitake mushroom and buckwheat showed superior antioxidative activities, while cypress exhibited good antimicrobial activities against S. aureus and S. epidermidis. Safety evaluations showed no adverse reactions, and usability tests received positive feedback. The study concluded that these natural materials could be effectively used in cosmetics due to their high safety, usability, and efficiency.
