TLDR Phlorotannins from brown seaweeds may improve skin and hair health in cosmetics.
Phlorotannins from brown seaweeds are gaining attention as natural ingredients in cosmeceuticals due to their antioxidant, anti-aging, whitening, anti-wrinkling, anti-inflammatory, and hair health and growth-promoting properties. This review focuses on recent scientific data published after 2020, highlighting the potential of phlorotannins in enhancing skin health and beauty, amidst a growing demand for natural cosmetic formulations. Despite their promising benefits, there is a scarcity of up-to-date studies critically examining their cosmeceutical applications.
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