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Useful from Useless: Development of Cosmetics from Agri-Food By-Products
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Useful from Useless: Development of Cosmetics from Agri-Food By-Products

A special issue of Cosmetics (ISSN 2079-9284). This special issue belongs to the section "Cosmetic Formulations".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 1753

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Maria Manconi

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Department of Life and Environmetal Sciences, University of Cagliari, Via Ospedale 72, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
Interests: cosmetics and cosmeceuticals; phytochemicals delivery; liposomes; phospholipid vesicles; antioxidants; anti-aging; regenerative treatments; polyphenols; natural chemicals from agri-food by-products; keratinocytes; fibroblasts; macrophages; in vitro testing; skin hydration; skin elasticity; in vivo clinical trials
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Dr. Maria Letizia Manca

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Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Cagliari, 09042 Monserrato, Italy
Interests: cosmetics and cosmeceuticals; phytochemicals delivery; liposomes; phospholipid vesicles; antioxidants; antiaging; regenerative treatments; polyphenols; natural chemicals from agri-food by-products; keratinocytes; fibro-blasts; macrophages; in vitro testing; skin hydration; skin elasticity; in vivo clinical trials
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Prof. Dr. Piera Di Martino

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Dipartimento di Farmacia, Università “G. D’Annunzio” Chieti e Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy
Interests: cosmetics and cosmeceuticals; formulation; antioxidants; antiaging; green extractions; polyphenols; sustainable products; in vitro testing; up-cycling; in vivo clinical trials
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to collect research articles or reviews that address the development of cosmetics or cosmeceuticals prepared using agri-food by-products or waste. With regard to development, we welcome the submission of studies devoted to formulation, physico-chemical and technological characterization, the measurement of rheological behavior, the stability of cosmetics in different conditions, the assessment of potential irritation or contamination by chemical agents or microorganisms using patch tests, the evaluation of in vitro effectiveness, and the assessment of efficacy using in vivo clinical trials. Agri-food by-products or waste can be used as raw materials or as a source of functional molecules, perfumes, surfactants, polymers, fibers, texturing agents or colorants to enhance the sensorial or moisturizing properties, rheological behavior, skin adhesion, texture and fragrance of developed formulations. In addition, cosmetics can be prepared using conventional dosage forms or innovative delivery systems such as micro- or nano-carriers to enhance the efficiency of formulations. 

Prof. Dr. Maria Manconi
Dr. Maria Letizia Manca
Prof. Dr. Piera Di Martino
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Keywords

  • natural chemicals
  • agri-food waste or by-products
  • extracts
  • antioxidant
  • anti-aging
  • skin
  • hydra-tion
  • elasticity
  • water loss
  • micro- or nano-carriers
  • skin delivery

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Anti-Senescence and Anti-Photoaging Activities of Mangosteen Pericarp Extract on UVA-Induced Fibroblasts
by Kunlathida Luangpraditkun, Piyachat Kasemkiatsakul, Tanikan Sangnim, Somnathtai Yammen, Jinnipha Pajoubpong and Boonyadist Vongsak
Cosmetics 2025, 12(3), 108; https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics12030108 - 23 May 2025
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Waste products from agricultural crops can become valuable if their benefits are discovered. Mangosteen, known as the “queen of fruits”, has a pericarp extract that has been reported to possess various biological activities, including antioxidation, anti-inflammation, antimicrobial activity, and UVB protection (in vitro [...] Read more.
Waste products from agricultural crops can become valuable if their benefits are discovered. Mangosteen, known as the “queen of fruits”, has a pericarp extract that has been reported to possess various biological activities, including antioxidation, anti-inflammation, antimicrobial activity, and UVB protection (in vitro and in vivo). In this work, we revealed that mangosteen pericarp extract (MPE) exhibits photoprotective properties in primary human dermal fibroblasts (PHDFs) exposed to ultraviolet A (UVA). The α-mangostin content, a major compound in MPE, was determined to be 60.9 ± 1.2% using HPLC. In an in vitro, cell-based assay, we first assessed the cytotoxicity of MPE on PHDFs using the MTT assay. The highest concentration of MPE that showed no cytotoxicity was 50.0 µg/mL. For antioxidative effects, MPE reduced intracellular ROS levels induced by H2O2, compared to H2O2-treated PHDFs. To assess the photoprotective effect of MPE, cells were pretreated with MPE for 24 h before exposure to UVA at an intensity of 5 J/cm2. Our data demonstrated that MPE pretreatment reduced the accumulation of senescent cells compared to UVA-induced senescent cells (7.1 ± 2.4% vs. 12.0 ± 0.2%, respectively). In addition, we examined key aging-related markers, including matrix metalloproteinase 1 (MMP-1) and collagen type I. The expression level of MMP-1 levels was 23,873.4 ± 5498.1 pg/mL in MPE-treated, UVA-induced PHDFs, compared to 38,929.1 ± 6971.4 pg/mL in untreated UVA-induced PHDFs. Meanwhile, procollagen type I in MPE-pretreated PHDFs was 56,443.3 ± 3623.8 pg/mL, compared to 37,137.4 ± 4614.8 pg/mL in UVA-induced PHDFs. These experimental results highlight the photoprotective properties of Garcinia mangostana peel extract, which contains α-mangostin as a major compound, and suggest its potential as an active ingredient in cosmeceuticals for protecting against UVA-induced aging. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to report the photoprotective effects of MPE on UVA-induced senescent cells. Full article
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Mechanistic Insights into Pigmented Rice Bran in Mitigating UV-Induced Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and Pigmentation
by Tao Zhang, Hua-Li Zuo, Yue Liu, Hsi-Yuan Huang, Shang-Fu Li, Jing Li, Li-Ping Li, Yi-Gang Chen, Ting-Syuan Lin, Sheng-Han Huang, Yang-Chi-Dung Lin and Hsien-Da Huang
Cosmetics 2025, 12(2), 51; https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics12020051 - 14 Mar 2025
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As an agri-food by-product, the rice bran of pigmented rice, encompassing varieties such as red, black, and purple rice, has garnered increasing attention due to its richness in terms of bioactive compounds. Being mainly composed of the pericarp, aleuron, seed coat, and germ, [...] Read more.
As an agri-food by-product, the rice bran of pigmented rice, encompassing varieties such as red, black, and purple rice, has garnered increasing attention due to its richness in terms of bioactive compounds. Being mainly composed of the pericarp, aleuron, seed coat, and germ, the brown outer layer of the rice kernel offers potential health benefits and has applications in skincare. Human skin serves as the primary barrier against external threats, including pathogens, pollutants, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Notably, UV radiation accelerates the aging process and contributes to various skin issues. Recent trends suggest a heightened interest in incorporating pigmented rice into skincare regimens, motivated by its potential to mitigate oxidative stress, inflammation, and pigmentation, which are pivotal factors in skin aging and photodamage. With increasing consumer demand for natural and sustainable ingredients, pigmented rice has emerged as a promising candidate within the skincare and personal care sectors, effectively bridging the gap between nutrition and dermatological health. This review examines the applications of pigmented rice in skincare, with a particular focus on its bioactive components and potential mechanisms of action that contribute to skin health. The unique chemical composition of pigmented rice, which includes compounds such as anthocyanins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and vitamin E, underlies its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-protective properties. Despite the increasing recognition of its benefits, a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms remains limited, underscoring the necessity for further research to exploit the potential of pigmented rice in skincare applications fully. Full article
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