Exploring the Wound Healing Potential of a Extract-Loaded Nanoemulsion-Based Gel.

() presents many pharmacological activities, including antidiabetic effects, and antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antitumor properties. However, the wound care properties of this plant have not yet been reported. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities of ethanol and ethyl acetate extracts.

Potential use of Thai mango (Mangifera indica Linn. cultivar Chok-Anan) seed porous starch for retention of aroma compounds from coffee extract.

This study aimed to extract and modify the properties of the starch from Thai mango seeds (cultivar Chok-Anan). The porous starch samples were obtained using enzymatic treatment and its potential to retain aroma compounds from coffee extract was evaluated. The physicochemical properties, structure characteristics, porosity characteristics and adsorption quantity of starches were also determined.

Potential of electro-sprayed purified mangiferin nanoparticles for anti-aging cosmetic applications.

The fabrication of mangiferin nanoparticles using an electrospraying technique is a new and promising method for developing nanoparticles with higher efficiency and safety. This study aimed to fabricate mangiferin nanoparticles (MNPs) using cellulose acetate (CA) as a polymer at various parameters using electrospraying. Commercial mangiferin (CM) was purified from 88.

Electrosprayed Nanoparticles Containing Mangiferin-Rich Extract from Mango Leaves for Cosmeceutical Application.

Mango ( L.) is one of the most economically important fruits in Thailand. Mango has been used as a traditional medicine because it possesses many biological activities, such as antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory properties, microorganism-growth inhibition, etc.

Utilization of Emulsion Inversion to Fabricate Tea ( L.) Flower Extract Obtained by Supercritical Fluid Extraction-Loaded Nanoemulsions.

This study aimed to obtain tea flower extract (TFE) using supercritical fluid extraction, to determine the compounds present in the TFE and to establish its antioxidant activity. The fabrication of TFE nanoemulsions was also investigated using response surface methodology (RSM). UHPLC-ESI-QTOF-MS/MS and UHPLC-ESI-QqQ-MS/MS analysis showed that the TFE was composed of catechin and its derivatives, flavonols and anthocyanins, suggesting its potential as a free radical scavenger with strong reducing powers.

Optimized multiherbal combination and in vivo anti-skin aging potential: a randomized double blind placebo controlled study.

The present study aimed to optimize a multi-herbal combination exerting the greatest antioxidant property using statistical method for anti-skin aging application as well as to elucidate its in vivo safety and anti-skin aging potential. The multi-herbal combination was optimized using a two-level, full factorial approach by exploring the correlation between the concentrations (0-3%w/v) of three extracts from Centella asiatica (CA), Momordica cochinchinensis (MA), Phyllanthus emblica (EM). An anti-skin aging emulsion containing the optimized combination was then developed and evaluated for its physicochemical characteristics with its stability under storage conditions.

Ameliorative Effect of Bouea macrophylla Griffth Seed Extract Against Bacteria-Induced Acne Inflammation: in vitro study.

Currently, bioactive compounds derived from nature have been thought to be promising anti-acne substances owing to the variety of potential biological effects. This study aimed to evaluate the ameliorative effect of Bouea macrophylla Griffth seed extract against bacteria-induced acne inflammation for the first time in terms of antibacterial effects against acne-inducing bacteria, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Initially, extracting procedures were optimized and five different extracts were obtained.

Potential of Bouea macrophylla kernel extract as an intracanal medicament against mixed-species bacterial-fungal biofilm. An in vitro and ex vivo study.

Objective: To investigate the antimicrobial activity of B. macrophylla kernel extract against mixed-species biofilms of E. faecalis, S.

Synergistics of Carboxymethyl Chitosan and Mangosteen Extract as Enhancing Moisturizing, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, and Deodorizing Properties in Emulsion Cream.

Carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCH) from native chitosan of high molecular weight (H, 310-375 kDa) was synthesized for improving water solubility. The water solubility of high-molecular-weight carboxymethyl chitosan (H-CMCH) was higher than that of native chitosan by 89%. The application of H-CMCH as enhancing the moisturizer in mangosteen extract deodorant cream was evaluated.

Application of factorial experimental design for optimization and development of color lipstick containing antioxidant-rich Sacha inchi oil.

This study aimed to optimize and develop the color lipstick formulation containing antioxidant-rich Thai Sacha inchi oil using full factorial experimental design. Antioxidant capacity of Sacha inchi oil was elucidated using DPPH and linoleic acid peroxidation assays. The y-tocopherol content of the oil was also determined by high-performance liquid chromatography.

Multifunctional biological properties and phytochemical constituents of L. seed kernel extract for preventing skin aging.

This study aimed to investigate the potential of L. seed kernel extract, which is highly discarded by the global food processing industry, as a multifunctional bioactive ingredient for nutraceutical and cosmeceutical applications. Different extracting solvents were utilized, the extracts were then tested for their antioxidant activities using DPPH, ABTS radical scavenging assays, and inhibition of lipid peroxidation.

Shelf Life Extension of Chilled Pork by Optimal Ultrasonicated Ceylon Spinach () Extracts: Physicochemical and Microbial Properties.

The effect of ultrasonication on the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of Ceylon spinach () extracts (CE) and the shelf life of chilled pork with CE were studied. The CE were ultrasonicated at different power levels (60-100%) for 10-40 min in an ultrasonic bath with the rise of antioxidant activities ( ≤ 0.05) proportional to the ultrasonication time.

Antioxidant and Moisturizing Properties of Carboxymethyl Chitosan with Different Molecular Weights.

This research aimed to synthesize carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCH) from different molecular weights of chitosan including low MW (L, 50-190 kDa), medium MW (M, 210-300 kDa) and high MW (H, 310-375 kDa) on the antioxidant and moisturizing properties. The L-CMCH, M-CMCH and H-CMCH improved the water solubility by about 96%, 90% and 89%, respectively when compared to native chitosan. Higher MW resulted in more viscous of CMCH.

Optimization of L. Kernel Extract-Loaded Nanoemulsions via Response Surface Methodology, Characterization, Stability, and Skin Permeation for Anti-Acne Cosmeceutical Application.

This study aimed to optimize nanoemulsions loading with L. kernel extract using response surface methodology for enhancing the stability and skin permeation of the extract. Central composite design was employed for optimization and evaluation of three influencing factors including hydrophile-lipophile balance (HLB), % co-surfactant (PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate), and surfactant-to-oil ratio (SOR) on physical properties of the nanoemulsions.

Chemical Constituents, Antioxidant, Anti-MMPs, and Anti-Hyaluronidase Activities of Lindl. Leaf Extracts for Skin Aging and Skin Damage Prevention.

This study aimed to investigate the potential usage of Lindl. leaf extracts in the cosmetic industry. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and hyaluronidase inhibition of leaf extracts, prepared using reflux extraction with deionized water (RE) and 80% ethanol using Soxhlet's apparatus (SE), were determined.

In-vitro investigation of anti-acne properties of Mangifera indica L. kernel extract and its mechanism of action against Propionibacterium acnes.

Propionibacterium acnes has been recognized as a main target for medical treatment of acne since this bacterium promotes acne inflammation by inducing upregulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines production, resulting in an accumulation of neutrophils and oxygen-free radicals produced by neutrophils within acne lesion. The aims of this study were to evaluate the biological activities of Mangifera indica kernel extracts grown in Northern Thailand (Kaew-Moragot cultivar), related to anti-acne properties including antimicrobial effect against acne-inducing bacteria together with the first elucidation of the mechanism of action against Propionibacterium acnes, anti-oxidation, and anti-inflammation. The kernels of M.

Inhibition of 5α-Reductase, IL-6 Secretion, and Oxidation Process of Equisetum debile Roxb. ex Vaucher Extract as Functional Food and Nutraceuticals Ingredients.

This study aims to investigate the biological activities related to hair loss of extracts, including 5α-reductase inhibition, interleukin-6 (IL-6) secretion reduction, and anti-oxidation. extracts were obtained by maceration in various solvents. Crude extract (CE) was obtained by maceration in 95% ethanol.

Stability and solubility improvement of Sompoi ( Linn.) pod extract by topical microemulsion.

The aim of this study was to enhance the solubility and stability of extract by loading in a microemulsion for topical application. Both physical appearance and biological activities of the extract-loaded microemulsion were determined in comparison with the extract solution. Pseudoternary phase diagrams of three oil types including tea seed oil, grape seed oil, and sesame oil, together with polysorbate 85 or the mixture of polysorbate 85 and sorbitan oleate as surfactants, and absolute ethanol as a co-surfactant were constructed to optimize the microemulsion area.

Development of Microemulsion Delivery System of Essential Oil from Zingiber cassumunar Roxb. Rhizome for Improvement of Stability and Anti-Inflammatory Activity.

The present study aims to investigate the major constituents of the essential oil from Zingiber cassumunar rhizome (EO) and to develop microemulsions with enhanced chemical stability and anti-inflammatory activity of EO. The major constituents of EO were terpinen-4-ol (40.5 ± 6.

Potential of native Thai aromatic plant extracts in antiwrinkle body creams.

Antioxidant activities of 10 essential oils and 10 absolutes extracted from Thai aromatic plants were evaluated and compared to thyme oil, trolox, quercetin, and kaempferol by two independent assays: the 2, 2-diphenyl-1-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH*) radical scavenging assay and the thiobarbituric acid reactive species (TBARS) assay for lipid peroxidation. We found that four essential oils including ginger oil (Zingiber officinale Roscoe), Wan-sao-long leaf oil (Amomum uliginosum Koen), lemongrass oil (Cymbopogon citratus), holy basil oil (Ocimum sanctum L.), and the absolute of dwarf ylang-ylang [Cananga odorata Hook.

studies on the cytotoxicity, and elastase and tyrosinase inhibitory activities of marigold ( L.) flower extracts.

Marigold ( L.) has long been used as a medicinal herb for a number of therapeutic activities. In the present study, the cytotoxicities of ethanol and ethyl acetate extracts of marigold flowers and their inhibitory effects on elastase and tyrosinase enzymes were investigated.

Appraisal of biological activities and identification of phenolic compound of African marigold (Tagetes erecta) flower extract.

The flowers of African marigold (Tagetes erecta L), a medicinal plant widely cultivated in Thailand, were subjected to evaluation for total phenolics, DPPH scavenging and thiobarbituric acid-reactive substance (TBARs) assays as well as tyrosinase inhibitory activity. In preliminary studies, the ethyl acetate (EA) extract obtained by continuous extraction showed the highest activities with highest phenolic content among all extracts. Bioassay-guided fractionation of EA extract led to isolation of a flavonoid identified as quercetagetin.