Microalgal Peloids for Cosmetic and Wellness Uses

Autor: M. Lourdes Mourelle, Carmen P. Gómez, José L. Legido
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2021
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Zdroj: Marine Drugs, Vol 19, Iss 12, p 666 (2021)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1660-3397
DOI: 10.3390/md19120666
Popis: Peloids have been used for therapeutic purposes since time immemorial, mainly in the treatment of locomotor system pathologies and dermatology. Their effects are attributed to their components, i.e., to the properties and action of mineral waters, clays, and their biological fraction, which may be made up of microalgae, cyanobacteria, and other organisms present in water and clays. There are many studies on the therapeutic use of peloids made with microalgae/cyanobacteria, but very little research has been done on dermocosmetic applications. Such research demonstrates their potential as soothing, regenerating, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial agents. In this work, a method for the manufacture of a dermocosmetic peloid is presented based on the experience of the authors and existing publications, with indications for its characterization and study of its efficacy.
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