Saponin fraction from Sapindus mukorossi Gaertn as a novel cosmetic additive: Extraction, biological evaluation, analysis of anti-acne mechanism and toxicity prediction.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Sapindus mukorossi Gaertn. (S. mukorossi), known as 'mu huan zi' in Chinese folklore, belongs to the family Sapindaceae and it has been traditionally used for treating coughing and excessive salivation, removing freckle, whitening skin, etc.

The chemical profile and biological activity of different extracts of Gaertn. against .

This study evaluated the antibacterial activities of different extracts of Gaertn. () on (). The extract solvent and procedure were screened, based on the yield of saponins and minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC).