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Botanical ingredients in cosmeceuticals.

Leslie Baumann¹

¹Division of Cosmetic Dermatology, University of Miami Cosmetic Center, Miami, FL 33140, USA.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology : JDD

|November 28, 2007

Summary

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), particularly herbal supplements, is increasingly popular for skin health. This review explores botanical compounds like curcumin and ginseng for their dermatologic benefits.

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Integrative Medicine
Pharmacognosy

Background:

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use has significantly increased in the US over the last decade.
Herbal supplements, both oral and topical, are among the most common alternative therapies utilized.
Many herbal supplements feature botanical ingredients with extensive histories in traditional and folk medicine.

Purpose of the Study:

To review botanical compounds with potential or demonstrated dermatologic applications.
To highlight ingredients with long traditions, particularly in Asian medicine.
To discuss specific botanicals such as curcumin, Ginkgo biloba, ginseng, silymarin, soy, and tea tree oil.

Main Methods:

Literature review of botanical compounds used in traditional medicine.

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Focus on ingredients with documented or proposed dermatologic benefits.

Inclusion of both extensively studied and briefly considered agents.

Main Results:

Several botanical compounds, including curcumin, Ginkgo biloba, ginseng, silymarin, soy, and tea tree oil, show promise for dermatologic applications.
Many of these botanicals have a long history of use in Asian traditional medicine.
Some ingredients are already integrated into topical skincare formulations.

Conclusions:

Botanical agents offer a range of potential dermatologic benefits.
Traditional medicine knowledge provides a basis for exploring novel skincare ingredients.
Further research may validate the efficacy and safety of these herbal supplements for various skin conditions.