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VOL. 9, ISSUE 12 (2024)
Exploring the role of insects in cosmetic industry: Bioactive compounds and extraction techniques: A comprehensive review
Authors
Satish R Borse
Abstract
Cosmetics alone cannot
care for skin and body; it needs a combination of active ingredients to prevent
skin damage and aging. Cosmetics are wildly popular with the masses. Since
ancient times, people have used natural extracts and resources for health and
beauty purposes. Insects such as cochineal insects, bees, silk-producing moths,
and lac insects contribute important compounds with different benefits for
cosmetic formulations. Cochineal insects give carminic acid, a characteristic
color, whereas bees offer honey, beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis, known for
their moisturizing, antimicrobial, and anti-aging properties. Silk proteins
from silk moths upgrade skin hydration and repair, and lac resin from lac
insects serves as a natural resin. These bioactive compounds play a critical
part in advancing skin wellbeing, with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and
hydrating effects. This review explores the use of insect-derived ingredients
in the cosmetics industry, centering on types of insects, their bioactive
compounds, and extraction techniques. The review also examines different
extraction methods to get and purify these compounds. Insect-derived
ingredients offer economical, viable options to synthetic ingredients, clearing
the way for eco-friendly and innovative cosmetic products.
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Pages:166-170
How to cite this article:
Satish R Borse "Exploring the role of insects in cosmetic industry: Bioactive compounds and extraction techniques: A comprehensive review". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 12, 2024, Pages 166-170
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