Officinal Plants as New Frontiers of Cosmetic Ingredients

The review explores the potential of officinal plants as cosmetic ingredients, highlighting their multifunctional bioactivities such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anti-aging effects. Key plants like Camellia sinensis, Panax ginseng, and Mentha piperita are noted for their benefits in skincare, including UV protection and potential in managing conditions like acne and androgenetic alopecia. The document emphasizes the need for systematic validation and standardization of these plant extracts to ensure safety and efficacy in skincare products. Despite promising results, further research is needed to improve chemical stability, skin penetration, and functional performance of these botanical compounds in cosmetics.