Maca Cosmetics: A Review on Constituents, Therapeutics and Advantages.

Yujuan Li, Shiyuan Wang, Yizhou Xin, Mengmeng Zheng, Fangxue Xu, Xiaozhi Xi, Hui Cao, Xiaowei Cui, Hong Guo, Chunchao Han

Journal: Journal of oleo science 2018;67(7):789-800

PMID: 29962450

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Abstract

Herbal cosmetics are the focus of attention nowadays, they have various therapeutics, including, anti-oxidant, anti-radiation, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory. Maca contains polysaccharides, phenolics, alkaloids, minerals and amino acids, which is said to suitable component for cosmetics due to the single action or synergy action. The review summarized the existed and potential therapeutic effects of maca ingredients in cosmetics. And compared to the marketed cosmetics, maca cosmetics have the merits of mild, low-toxicity and the clear relationship efficacy.

Address: School of Pharmacy, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.; School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.; The Afliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

DOI: 10.5650/jos.ess18012

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MeSH Terms: Alkaloids, Amino Acids, Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Antifungal Agents, Antioxidants, Cosmetics, Lepidium, Minerals, Phenols, Phytotherapy, Plant Extracts, Polysaccharides