Herbal nanocosmecuticals: A review on cosmeceutical innovation

Abstract

Background: Cosmeceuticals are drugs, cosmetics, or a combination of both.Cosmeceuticals are personal care products that not only beautify but also need to have healing, therapeutic, and disease-fighting characteristics. For decades, phytocompounds have been employed in cosmeceuticals and have shown potential in applications such as moisturizing, sunscreen, antiaging, and hair-based therapy. The inability of phytocompounds to easily penetrate through the skin and their instability limit their usage in cosmetic products. This can be overcome by incorporating nanotechnology into cosmetic products for a more stable and long-lasting release.Nanotechnology's substantial impact on the cosmetics industry is due to the improved properties attained by particles at the nano scale, such as color, solubility, and transparency. Liposomes, solid lipid nanoparticles, niosomes, and many varieties of nanoparticulate systems are commonly used in cosmetics. Safety concerns for the usage of nanomaterials in cosmeceuticals have been raised lately, hence causing the restriction on the use of nanomaterials by cosmetic companies and enforcing laws demanding thorough safety testing prior to market entry.Aim: This review focuses on the types of nanomaterials used in phytocosmetics, along with the potential hazards they pose to human life and the environment, and what legislation has been enacted or can be enacted to address them. Methods:For relevant literature, a literature search was conducted using PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Nanotechnology, cosmeceuticals, herbal cosmetics, and other related topics were researched and evaluated in articles published between 2016 and 2022.Results: Herbal drugs provide a tremendous range of therapeutic benefits. And when nanoparticles were introduced to the personal care industry, the quality of the final product containing phyto-compounds continued to rise. Unfortunately, because these nano components can permeate intact skin barriers and create unwanted consequences, this revolution comes with a slew of health risks. Conclusion:The cosmeceutical industry's expansion and growth in the application of herbal compounds, as well as the entrance of nanotechnology into the cosmeceuticals business, entail the urgent need for scientific research into their efficacy, safety profile, and use.

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“…Liposomal commercial products are currently produced for different areas of use (liposomal drugs [ 135 ] liposomal cosmeceutical [ 136 ], etc.). For this reason, the industry is more familiar with liposome preparation techniques, precautions to be taken against possible problems, and quality control parameters.…”

“…Since there is less knowledge in other vesicular systems, it is more difficult to start industrial production and monitor the process. Although there are products of other vesicular systems in the cosmeceutical market [ 136 ], it takes a certain amount of time and effort to transfer this technology to the pharmaceutical industry.…”

Nanocosmetics and Skin Health: A Comprehensive Review of Nanomaterials in Cosmetic Formulations

“…Customized formulations with various active component combinations may be made, thanks to nanoencapsulation. This makes it possible to create skincare solutions with several uses that are designed to address different skin issues at once [26][27][28].…”

Hydroxypropyl-β-Cyclodextrin-Based Helichrysum italicum Extracts: Antioxidant and Cosmeceutical Activity and Biocompatibility

“…Such products may be considered functionalized cosmetics that exhibit therapeutic effects along with intended cosmetic effects. Even though the word “cosmeceutical” is not a legal term, it is often used by consumers and professionals alike because it connects a cosmetic product that beautifies and pharmaceutical products that cure certain diseases [ 1 ]. Among cosmeceuticals, the ingredients obtained from plants are in special demand, due to the consumers inclination for natural skin-care and their beneficial effects on skin [ 2 ].…”