Affiliation:
1. aL. M. College of Pharmacy, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad 380 009, Gujarat, India
2. bDepartment of Biosciences, Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Punjab 140 413, India
3. cUniversity Center for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Punjab 140 413, India
4. aL. M. College of Pharmacy, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad 380 009, Gujarat, India†
Abstract
Natural cosmeceuticals are obtained from natural sources like plants, animals, microorganisms, etc. Acknowledgement of the various properties of natural cosmeceuticals, such as anti-oxidant, anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, anti-acne, hydrating, skin lightening, hair smoothening, emulsifying, exfoliating, fragrant, and surfactant, has led to an increase in the demand for natural cosmeceuticals over synthetic cosmetics in recent years. Natural cosmetics are employed in skin cosmetics, hair cosmetics, lip cosmetics, nail cosmetics, etc. Many surveys suggest that the need for natural cosmetics is going to rise hugely in coming years. This chapter is based on the importance and formulations of natural products used for the production of natural cosmeceuticals. Natural cosmetics possess the fewest side effects; however, a few of the natural ingredients used in cosmeceuticals cause allergic reactions. This chapter emphasizes the cosmetic products obtained from natural resources along with their benefits, history, economic value, and limitations.
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry