Interest in the molecular and mechanistic aspects of cosmetic
research has grown exponentially during the past decade. Herbal
Principles in Cosmetics: Properties and Mechanisms of Action
critically examines the botanical, ethnopharmacological,
phytochemical, and molecular aspects of botanical active
ingredients used in cosmetics. Along with dermatological and
cosmetic uses, the book also explores the toxicological aspects of
these natural ingredients, maintaining a balanced view that
carefully dissects the hype from the solid science.
Contains Comprehensive Monographs of Herbs Useful for Skin Care
& Diseases
Authored by a panel of experts in cell physiology, phytochemistry,
ethnopharmacology, applied botany, ethnobotany, and cosmetic
science, the book begins with background in skin anatomy and
physiology and also the classification, mechanisms of action, and
application of herbal compounds. It provides monographs complete
with therapeutic properties, specific action and dermatologic
properties, toxicities, pictures, and references. The book also
addresses the complexities of green biodiversity, including not
only higher plants, but also mushrooms, algae, lichens, and
bacteria ? each chosen for their importance in traditional use,
potential for innovation, or recent introduction to market.
Includes a Vivid Color Insert with Photographs of Botanical
Species
Herbal Principles in Cosmetics: Properties and Mechanisms of Action
is one of the few books devoted to the mechanisms of action of
herbal compounds based on scientific analysis, making it an
exceptionally valuable reference for pharmacologists, natural
product chemists, skin physiologists, and dermatologists.
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