Bioactive Molecules for Cosmetics Discovery: From Natural Product to Advanced Nanotechnology
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Natural Products Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2027 | Viewed by 93
Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The cosmetics industry is undergoing a paradigm shift towards scientifically substantiated bioactive ingredients that bridge traditional botanical wisdom with cutting-edge technological innovation. This Special Issue captures this dynamic convergence by tracing the journey of bioactive compounds from their natural origins to sophisticated nano-enabled formulations.
We welcome contributions spanning the isolation and structural characterization of novel molecules from plants, marine organisms, and extremophiles; their functional optimization through metabolic engineering and green synthesis; and integration into advanced delivery systems, including liposomes, nanoemulsions, solid lipid nanoparticles, and stimuli-responsive nanocarriers. Particular emphasis is placed on mechanistic studies elucidating dermal penetration, biological efficacy, safety profiles, and sustainability assessments.
By connecting pharmacological and biochemical knowledge with nanobiotechnology, this collection aims to accelerate the translation of natural product discoveries into next-generation cosmetic solutions with enhanced bioavailability, targeted activity, and heightened attention to cytotoxicity and safety. In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. M. P. Vinardell
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- bioactive natural products
- nanotechnology in cosmetics
- transdermal drug delivery systems
- green extraction and synthesis
- molecular mechanisms of action
- liposomes and nanoemulsions
- sustainable cosmetic development
- functional characterization and safety
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