Beneficial effects of marine algal compounds  in cosmeceuticals.
The name "cosmeceuticals" is derived from "cosmetics and pharmaceuticals", indicating that a specific product contains active ingredients. Marine algae have gained much importance in cosmeceutical product development due to their rich bioactive compounds. In the present review, marine algal compounds (phlorotannins, sulfated polysaccharides and tyrosinase inhibitors) have been discussed toward cosmeceutical application. In addition, atopic dermatitis and the possible role of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) in skin-related diseases have been explored extensively for cosmeceutical products. The proper development of marine algae compounds will be helpful in cosmeceutical product development and in the development of the cosmeceutical industry.
Marine Biochemistry Lab, Department of Chemistry, Pukyong National University, Busan 608-737, Korea. noelthomas@pknu.ac.kr
Noel Vinay
NV
Thomas
Se-Kwon
SK
Kim
D000818:Animals; D059001:Aquatic Organisms / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000378:metabolism; D001688:Biological Products / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000494:pharmacology*; D003358:Cosmetics / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000494:pharmacology*; D006801:Humans; D008386:Marine Biology; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy
D001688:Biological Products; D003358:Cosmetics