Artocarpus heterophyllus leaves extract improve facial skin in clay mask formulation

Abstract

Artocarpus heterophyllus (A.heterophyllus) is one of plants that commonly used for skin care. This study aimed to formulate a clay mask preparation with the active ingredient A.heterophyllus 3% leaf extract and evaluating its activities in repairing facial moisture, smoothness, large pores, blemishes and wrinkles. The process of providing clay masks begins with the preparation of Artocarpus heterophyllus leaf etanol extracts with standardized quality, preparation of clay mask bases with guaranteed quality, mixing clay mask bases with extracts, testing the quality and stability and effectiveness of skin care tested. The extract of clay mask formulations were stable in storage, homogeneous, pH 5.6-6.3; drying time is 10-18 minutes, and does not irritate. Effectiveness testing was performed using a skin analyzer for 4 weeks of treatment in adult female volunteers. Test results after 4 weeks of treatment showed that the ethanol extract of A. heterophyllus leaves 3% was able to improve moisture (15.5%), smoothness (33.1%), pore size (60.1%), blemishes (50.2%) and facial wrinkles (61.5%). Statistically, significant effects were found in moisture and smoothnes of the facial skin (p < 0.05). This study concluded that ethanol extract of A. heterophyllus in concentration of 3% have benefit in refining facial skin.

Comprehensive assessment of the efficacy and safety of a clay mask in oily and acne skin

“…These results suggested that the studied clay mask is effective in mitigating prominent skin issues such as acne, hyperseborrhea, and skin dehydration, indicating immediate skin barrier enhancement. Various clinical trials have demonstrated the efficacy of commonly used clay minerals, including kaolin and bentonite for oily skin management, supporting the current results 10–12 . Kaolin and bentonite are hydrated Aluminum Silicate and Aluminum Magnesium Silicate, respectively.…”

“…Various clinical trials have demonstrated the efficacy of commonly used clay minerals, including kaolin and bentonite for oily skin management, supporting the current results. [10][11][12] Kaolin and bentonite are hydrated Aluminum Silicate and Aluminum Magnesium Silicate, respectively. They have the ability to absorb oil due to their large surface area, porosity, ionic charge, which make them effective ingredients in products designed to control oiliness.…”

Effect of Using Ethanol Extract of Artocarpus Heterophyllus Leaves and Olea Europea Fruit Oil Combination on Facial Skin

“…These chemical constituents are responsible for their pharmacological activities. The previous study demonstrated its leaves effect that benefits facial skincare by improving moisture, smoothness, pore size, blemishes, and wrinkles ( 4 - 6 )…”