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VOL. 9, ISSUE 12 (2024)
Exploring the role of silk-producing moths (Bombyx mori) in cosmetic industry: An overview of taxonomy, composition, extraction methods, applications, and challenges and future prospects
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Netradeep B Rajput, Neeraj B Lohagaonkar, Yash V Mahajan, Sanket R Vakte, Shubham S Pachorkar
Abstract
Silk-producing moths (Bombyx mori) are
traditionally known for their capacity to deliver high-quality silk fibers, but
later research has uncovered their potential in the cosmetic and therapeutic
businesses. The two essential proteins found in silk, fibroin and sericin, have
various bioactive properties, counting antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,
antimicrobial, and moisturizing effects. These properties make silk proteins
important in the advancement of skincare items, wound healing medications, and
drug delivery systems. Fibroin, due to its great biocompatibility and
biodegradability, is especially suited for applications in tissue engineering,
whereas sericin is broadly utilized for its moisturizing and skin-soothing
benefits. As consumers progressively request natural and sustainable
ingredients, silk-derived compounds offer an eco-friendly elective to synthetic
items. This review investigates the bioactive properties of fibroin and
sericin, their applications in cosmetics and therapeutics, and the methods of
silk protein extraction. It moreover discusses the challenges of silk
production, showcase patterns, and future directions for the advancement of
silk-based products. The developing interest in Bombyx mori silk
highlights its potential as a versatile and sustainable resource, with the
capacity to revolutionize industries centered on progressing human wellbeing
and wellness.
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Pages:202-206
How to cite this article:
Netradeep B Rajput, Neeraj B Lohagaonkar, Yash V Mahajan, Sanket R Vakte, Shubham S Pachorkar "Exploring the role of silk-producing moths (<i>Bombyx mori</i>) in cosmetic industry: An overview of taxonomy, composition, extraction methods, applications, and challenges and future prospects". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 12, 2024, Pages 202-206
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