TLDR Grapefruit has many benefits for skin and hair in cosmetics.
The review highlighted the overlooked potential of grapefruit (Vitis vinifera) in cosmetics, emphasizing its rich content of vitamins A and E, which contribute to skin conditioning and hair growth. It discussed the various cosmetic benefits of grape seed oil, including its astringent, antiseptic, emollient, sun-protection, and moisturizing properties. The article aimed to refocus attention on grapefruit's cosmetic value, detailing its constituents and extraction methods, and addressing safety aspects with reference to 22 varieties of ingredients found in the fruit.
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