Evaluation of the Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Ethyl Acetate Extract of .

Research Background: Antioxidants are important compounds present at low concentrations that inhibit oxidation processes. Due to the side effects of synthetic antioxidants, research interest has increased considerably towards finding natural sources of antioxidants that can replace the synthetic ones. The emergence and spread of antibiotic resistance require the development of new drugs or some potential sources of novel medicine.

In vitro Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Studies of Ethanolic Plant Extracts of P. granatum, O. stamineus, A. bilimbi, M. nigra, and E. longifolia.

Background: Acne is a serious skin problem that affects mostly adolescents. The topical and systematic therapies are effective but could lead to several side effects and the emergence of antibacterial resistance of the acne-causing bacteria. Plant resources have been used as traditional medicine for centuries and can be the alternative therapies for acne treatment.