Brazilian Red Propolis: Legitimate Name of the Plant Resin Source

Abstract

Red propolis ranks as the second most produced Brazilian propolis type. Its main chemical constituents are phenolic substances typical of the subfamily Faboideae of the Fabaceae (Leguminosae) family, such as neoflavanoids, chalcones, flavanones and isoflavonoids, among them isoflavones (e.g. biochanin a, daidzein) and pterocarpans (e.g. medicarpin). The plant source of Brazilian red propolis has been referred to as Dalbergia ecastophyllum throughout the propolis literature. Such scientific binomial, however, is a synonym of the legitimate name Dalbergia ecastaphyllum. Citation: Salatino ASMLF. Brazilian red propolis: legitimate name of the plant resin source. Keywords

Propolis and its Cosmetic Applications: A Technological Prospection

“…The commercial production of this new type of propolis increased rapidly, where consumption is constantly increasing both in the domestic market and in the international market. 4 Consistent efforts are made to create cosmetic formulations that are less aggressive, with lower levels of toxicity and safer, but which provide the effectiveness of the drugs often used for acne. 5,6 In the present study, among the products specified in the reports, cream formulations, as well as processes, masks, creams, lotions, soaps and spray were found (Figure 4).…”

“…2,3 The botanical biodiversity of the region where it is produced influences the color, odor and texture of propolis, as well as its chemical characteristics. 4 The chemical composition of propolis is subject to variations based on botanical biodiversity, seasonality and geographical location. 2,5 In general, it is composed of resin, wax, essential oils, pollen and other organic compounds, 2 among them flavonoids (flavones, flavonols and flavonones), terpenoids, aromatic acids, etc.…”

“…4 Propolis presents a broad spectrum of biological activity, such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antitumor, immunomodulatory and healing properties. 4,6 Propolis presented antibacterial activity against several bacteria, among them Staphylococcus epidermidis, Corynebacterium spp, Propionibacterium spp, bacteroids and Peptostreptococcus spp. 2 Among skin diseases, acne vulgaris is the most common and affects mainly young individuals.…”

“…In 2009, the propolis market in Japan was estimated at US $ 3 billion, with a substantial participation of products with propolis from Brazil. 4 Since the end of the last century, the number of publications on propolis has increased, increasing the researchers' knowledge about their biochemistry, botanical origin and biological properties. 4 Products containing propolis in the formulation are being used with safety and tolerability well described.…”

“…4 Since the end of the last century, the number of publications on propolis has increased, increasing the researchers' knowledge about their biochemistry, botanical origin and biological properties. 4 Products containing propolis in the formulation are being used with safety and tolerability well described. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties are being exploited for the development of products for dermatology, for the treatment of acne vulgaris as well as for other skin conditions.…”