Beneficial properties of olive tree leaves concerning personal care ingredients: Herbal tincture

Abstract

Background: The skin is essential for our survival and daily functioning. Everyday use and constant exposure to a wide range of personal care products and different types of chemicals coming from various sources may cause serious problems. Therefore, the use of natural and organic cosmetics becomes increasingly essential. The olive tree is one of the oldest cultivated fruit trees and has been used in cosmetics for centuries. This study aimed to present a method for the easy preparation of an olive tree leaf tincture that may be incorporated into a cosmetic product and reproduced in a domestic environment. Materials and Methods: All equipment employed was cleaned and disinfected beforehand. Fresh olive tree leaves were ground to a powder. A 20% olive tree leaf tincture was made. Olive tree leaves and alcohol were mixed in a sterilized jar. The mixture was shaken daily for two weeks. Results: The pH of the olive tree leaf tincture was determined with pH stripes and was in the range of 5.5 to 6.5. This may impact how much of the tincture will be used and how it will be used. For this reason, we suggest using it at a concentration of 1%. The chosen herb-to-solvent ratio of 1:5 (w/v) yielded a concentrated tincture with enhanced potency. A higher concentration of active constituents in the tincture is expected to offer a more potent and effective form of herbal extract. Conclusion: The findings in this study supported the potential of olive tree leaves as a valuable resource for developing natural and sustainable interventions targeting DNA damage and related health conditions. Continued research in this field will contribute to a better understanding of the therapeutic potential and applications of olive tree leaves in the field of natural cosmetics and medicine. Key words: Olive Tree Leaves, Herbal Tincture, Natural Cosmetics, Natural Ingredients