Photoprotective properties of combined extracts from Diospyros lotus leaves and Curcuma longa rhizomes against chronic UVB ‐induced photodamage

This study suggests the synergistic protective role of DLE/CLE in the treatment UVB‐induced photodamage.Practical applicationThe use of synthetic antioxidant products to prevent oxidative ‐related stress, especially from UV radiations is frequently accompanied with severe side effects. Therefore, the search for natural antioxidants is of utmost importance. Polyphenols are of great interest due to their antioxidant properties and small molecular weight that permits them to penetrate the skin.Diospyros lotus (rich in myricitrin) andCurcuma longa rhizomes (rich in curcumin) are both edible plants. This research investigates the synergetic effects of extracts of both plants against chronic UVB ‐induced oxidative stress. Data obtained from this study shed light on using plant‐based products both alone and in synergy as potential functional foods and nutraceuticals for the prevention of UVB‐induced oxidative stress. The results of this research could serve as a base for further resear ch on these extracts as a source of antioxidant and promotes the usage of these plants on a large scale as functional food materials.
Source: Journal of Food Biochemistry - Category: Food Science Authors: Tags: FULL ARTICLE Source Type: research