New and unexpected cosmetic properties of perfumes. Effects upon free radicals and enzymes induced by essential oils, absolutes and fragrant compounds

Autor: T. L Pham Duc, J. J. Etienne, L Simonet, M Derbesy
Rok vydání: 2000
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Zdroj: International Journal of Cosmetic Science. 22:317-328
ISSN: 1468-2494
0142-5463
DOI: 10.1046/j.1467-2494.2000.00022.x
Popis: The biological properties of several different perfume components have been investigated. It has been demonstrated, through appropriate test methods, that essential oils, absolutes and even compounds show significant (anti/pro)-radical, (anti/pro)-elastasic and (anti/pro)-tyrosinasic activities. These unexpected properties open up new opportunities for the formulation of cosmetic products and could contribute to the understanding of activities traditionally attributed to essential oils by Aromatherapy.
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