Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(22), P. 5409 - 5409
Published: Nov. 16, 2024
Overexposure
to
ultraviolet
radiation
mainly
leads
skin
disorders
(erythema,
burns,
immunosuppression),
aging,
and
cancer
as
the
most
serious
side
effect.
It
has
been
widely
accepted
that
using
sunscreen
products
is
an
important
way
protect
against
harmful
effects
of
UV
rays.
Although
commercial
sunscreens
have
constantly
changed
improved
over
time,
there
are
emerging
concerns
about
safety
conventional,
organic,
filters
due
adverse
on
humans
(such
photoallergic
dermatitis,
contact
sensitivity,
endocrine-disrupting
effects,
etc.)
well
accumulation
in
environment
aquatic
organisms.
This
why
natural
compounds
increasingly
being
investigated
used
cosmetic
pharmaceutical
sunscreens.
Some
these
available,
non-toxic,
safer
for
use,
considerable
protective
properties
less
effects.
Plant-based
such
flavonoids
can
absorb
UVA
UVB
rays
possess
antioxidant,
anticarcinogenic,
anti-inflammatory
contribute
photoprotection.
Apart
from
flavonoids,
other
certain
vegetable
oils,
carotenoids,
stilbenes,
ferulic
acid
also
UV-absorbing
properties.
vitamins
might
be
beneficial
protection
their
antioxidant
activity.
Therefore,
aim
this
research
was
gain
insight
into
potential
replace
or
reduce
amount
conventional
filters,
based
recent
research.
IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
1439(1), P. 012034 - 012034
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Abstract
This
research
aims
to
develop
an
optimal
hydrogel
formula
using
Design
Expert
13.0
and
the
Simplex
Lattice
(SLD)
method.
The
combines
Centella
asiatica
Moringa
oleifera
extracts
with
carbopol
940
as
a
gelling
agent
triethanolamine
(TEA)
alkalizer.
Hydrogels
were
chosen
due
their
ease
of
use,
cooling
effect,
superior
biocompatibility
compared
other
topical
formulations
like
ointments
or
creams.
study
focused
on
optimizing
meet
Indonesian
National
Standards
(SNI).
After
eight
trials
SLD
method,
physical
evaluations
conducted,
including
organoleptic
tests,
pH
measurements,
spreadability,
viscosity
tests.
contained
0.6%
Carbopol
0.4%
TEA,
validated
three
replications.
exhibited
deep
green
color,
distinctive
extract
aroma,
thick
texture,
meeting
SNI
standards
average
7.1±0.29,
spreadability
5.7±0.21
cm,
20,080±0.35
cPs.
Stability
tests
confirmed
its
quality
after
cycling
centrifugal
evaluations.
promotes
sustainable
eco-friendly
practices
by
utilizing
natural
extracts,
reducing
reliance
synthetic
chemicals,
contributing
environmentally
conscious
drug
innovations.
development
such
hydrogels
aligns
sustainability
goals,
offering
biodegradable
safe
that
minimize
environmental
impact.
Journal of Microencapsulation,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 24
Published: March 23, 2025
Hydrogels
are
three-dimensional
structures
that
replicate
natural
tissues'
extracellular
matrix
(ECM).
They
essential
for
transporting
exudates,
gases,
and
moisture
facilitating
cellular
interactions
in
tissue
engineering
wound
healing.
The
choice
of
primary
material
designing
the
scaffold
is
necessary
to
be
paid
more
attention
rather
than
common
sources,
including
plant
fibres
like
cotton,
bamboo,
algae,
as
well
bacterial
marine-derived
materials.
Among
them,
cellulose-based
polymers
especially
valued
their
biocompatibility
ability
promote
Chronic
diabetic
wounds
pose
unique
treatment
challenges,
such
necrosis
infection
risks.
Consequently,
a
growing
interest
incorporating
bioactive
molecules
into
hydrogels.
This
article
investigates
how
these
infused
hydrogels
enhance
healing
process
chronic
wounds,
examining
various
loading
crosslinking
techniques
alongside
clinical
applications.
It
also
discusses
benefits
limitations
with
improve
strategies.
Gels,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(4), P. 267 - 267
Published: April 4, 2025
The
growing
field
of
nanotechnology
has
recently
given
much
attention
to
nanogels,
which
are
versatile
formulas
and
have
promising
biomedical
applications.
Nanogels
or
nanohydrogels
undergone
significant
development
in
various
fields
industrial
research
meet
increasing
demands,
such
as
pharmaceuticals,
cosmetics,
food,
genetic
engineering.
that
contain
flavonoids,
secondary
metabolites
found
plants,
starting
become
distinctive
reveal
their
unique
characteristics.
objective
the
article
is
provide
a
comprehensive
overview
recent
articles
on
flavonoid-based
emphasizing
general
aspects
regarding
nanogel
formulation
structural
characterization,
well
advancements
made
field.
In
conclusion,
this
outlines
up-to-date
developments
synthesis,
formulation,
therapeutic
applications
important
role
nanotechnology.
Micromachines,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14(12), P. 2154 - 2154
Published: Nov. 25, 2023
The
study
delves
into
the
multifaceted
potential
of
quercetin
(Qu),
a
phytoconstituent
found
in
various
fruits,
vegetables,
and
medicinal
plants,
combination
with
silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs).
research
explores
synthesis
characterization
AgNPs
loaded
Qu
investigates
their
pharmaceutical
applications,
particularly
focusing
on
antibacterial
properties.
meticulously
evaluates
Qu's
identity,
physicochemical
properties,
reaffirming
its
suitability
for
use.
development
Qu-loaded
demonstrates
high
drug
entrapment
efficiency,
ideal
particle
characteristics,
controlled
release
kinetics,
suggesting
enhanced
therapeutic
efficacy
reduced
side
effects.
Furthermore,
examines
activity
different
solvents,
revealing
distinct
outcomes.
Qu,
both
methanol
water
formulations,
exhibits
against
Escherichia
coli,
formulation
displaying
slightly
stronger
efficacy.
In
conclusion,
this
successfully
synthesizes
highlights
as
potent
formulation.
findings
underscore
influence
solvent
choice
properties
pave
way
further
delivery
systems
antimicrobial
agents.
This
innovative
approach
holds
promise
addressing
microbial
resistance
advancing
formulations
improved
Cosmetics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(2), P. 40 - 40
Published: March 8, 2024
Cosmeceuticals
are
one
of
the
fast-growing
areas
natural
personal
care
industry.
cosmetic
products
with
medicinal
or
drug-like
benefits
that
can
affect
biological
functioning
skin
depending
on
ingredients
in
composition.
The
development
formulation
acting
dermis
and
stimulating
collagen
production
is
very
important
for
hydration
skin.
association
other
have
a
positive
effect
increasing
An
example
such
an
ingredient
niacinamide,
which,
having
recognized
nutritional
value,
has
been
quite
recently
studied.
Considering
these
aspects,
this
study
focused
developing
oil-in-water
(O/W)
emulsions,
based
(vegetable
oils,
floral
waters,
essential
oils)
hydrolyzed
niacinamide
as
active
ingredients,
evaluating
stability,
pH,
optical,
superficial,
rheological
textural
properties,
well
microbiological
tests
order
to
investigate
their
potential
cosmeceutical
product.
All
obtained
emulsions
proved
be
stable
at
variable
temperatures
had
pH
value
compatible
skin,
allowing
safe
application.
Over
goniometric
analysis,
partial
wetting
hydrophilic
character
were
emphasized.
Following
analyses,
all
dermatocosmetic
exhibited
non-Newtonian
pseudoplastic
behavior
thixotropic
character,
properties
being
process
application
surface
generate
optimal
therapeutic
effect.
characteristics
recorded
indicated
adequate
spreadability
site.
tested
samples
respected
Pharmacopoeia
limits
contamination.
prepared
good
appropriate
physicochemical
characteristics;
therefore,
they
used
Gels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(12), P. 842 - 842
Published: Dec. 20, 2024
This
paper
provides
a
solid
foundation
for
understanding
the
synthesis,
properties,
and
applications
of
cellulose-based
gels.
It
effectively
showcases
potential
these
gels
in
diverse
applications,
particularly
biomedicine,
highlights
key
synthesis
methods
properties.
However,
to
push
field
forward,
future
research
should
address
gaps
environmental
impact,
mechanical
stability,
scalability
gels,
while
also
considering
how
overcome
barriers
their
industrial
use.
will
ultimately
allow
realization
large-scale,
sustainable
applications.
