Seaweeds as Source of Bioactive Substances and Skin Care Therapy: Cosmeceuticals, Algotherapy, and Thalassotherapy

November 2018 in “ Cosmetics ”

Leonel Pereira

seaweed extracts phlorotannins fucoidans carrageenans anti-aging anti-inflammatory antioxidant skin-protective effects hair growth cosmeceuticals algotherapy thalassotherapy seaweed natural ingredients

TLDR Seaweeds have beneficial compounds for skin care, including anti-aging and protective effects.

The document reviewed the potential of seaweeds as sources of bioactive substances for skin care therapy, including cosmeceuticals, algotherapy, and thalassotherapy. It highlighted the beneficial properties of various seaweed extracts, such as anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-protective effects. Specific compounds like phlorotannins, fucoidans, and carrageenans were noted for their roles in promoting skin health, protecting against environmental damage, and stimulating hair growth. The review emphasized the importance of further research and commercialization of seaweed-derived products in the skincare industry, given their diverse biological activities and consumer preference for natural ingredients.

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