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Artemisia Species with High Biological Values as a Potential Source of Medicinal and Cosmetic Raw Materials

Authors

  • Halina Ekiert Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Botany, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, Medyczna 9, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
  • Marta Klimek-Szczykutowicz Department of Dermatology, Cosmetology and Aesthetic Surgery, The Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College, Jan Kochanowski University, IX Wieków Kielc 19a, 25-516 Kielce, Poland
  • Agnieszka Rzepiela Museum of Pharmacy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, Floriańska 25, 31-019 Kraków, Poland
  • Paweł Klin US Army Health Clinic, Urlas Kaserne, Building 8156, 91522 Ansbach, Germany
  • Agnieszka Szopa Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Botany, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, Medyczna 9, 30-688 Kraków, Poland

Keywords:

Artemisia abrotanum, Artemisia absinthium, Artemisia annua, Artemisia dracunculus, Artemisia vulgaris, chemical composition, pharmacological activities, cosmetic applications, safety of use

Abstract

Artemisia species play a vital role in traditional and contemporary medicine. Among them, Artemisia abrotanum, Artemisia absinthium, Artemisia annua, Artemisia dracunculus, and Artemisia vulgaris are the most popular. The chemical composition and bioactivity of these species have been extensively studied. Studies on these species have confirmed their traditional applications and documented new pharmacological directions and their valuable and potential applications in cosmetology. Artemisia ssp. primarily contain sesquiterpenoid lactones, coumarins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. Essential oils obtained from these species are of great biological importance. Extracts from Artemisia ssp. have been scientifically proven to exhibit, among others, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, antidepressant, cytotoxic, and digestion-stimulating activities. In addition, their application in cosmetic products is currently the subject of several studies. Essential oils or extracts from different parts of Artemisia ssp. have been characterized by antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant activities. Products with Artemisia extracts, essential oils, or individual compounds can be used on skin, hair, and nails. Artemisia products are also used as ingredients in skincare cosmetics, such as creams, shampoos, essences, serums, masks, lotions, and tonics. This review focuses especially on elucidating the importance of the most popular/important species of the Artemisia genus in the cosmetic industry. Keywords: Artemisia abrotanum, Artemisia absinthium, Artemisia annua, Artemisia dracunculus, Artemisia vulgaris, chemical composition, pharmacological activities, cosmetic applications, safety of use

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