Ecofriendly Formulation and Biological Activities of Cosmetic Prepared from the Oil of Citrus paradisi and Citrus lemon Seeds
Babatolu A.O. *
Department of Chemistry, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, Ondo State, Nigeria and Department of Chemistry, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.
Akinlami O.O.
Department of Chemistry, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, Ondo State, Nigeria.
Oloyede H.O.
Department of Chemistry, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, Ondo State, Nigeria.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Synthetic cosmetic products pose threats to humans and the ecosystem. This is because the ingredients used in the formulation are reported to be known carcinogens, endocrine disruptors and emerging contaminants. But herbal cosmetics are known for their therapeutic properties and fewer side effects on humans.
Oils derived from C. paradisi and C. lemon seeds were used in this study to prepare a variety of eco-friendly cream compositions. Ingredients, including lanoline, moringa oil, coconut oil, beeswax, and rose oil as fragrance, were used in the compositions.
The formulated creams' physicochemical parameters, including their pH value, cooling effect, drop point, UV spectroscopy, neutral fatty matter and total fatty matter, were examined using established techniques.
The eco-friendly creams made from the oils of C. paradisi and C. lemon seeds showed strong antimicrobial action against the microorganisms that were tested. These formulations performed well in both preventing microbial invasion and fighting bacterially-induced skin infections when compared to a commercial standard reference cream (Nivea). In a similar vein, the creams' exceptional DPPH radical scavenging ability further demonstrated their potent antioxidant activity. The eco-friendly creams prepared from the seed oils of C. paradisi and C. lemon competed with the commercial cream (Nivea). Also, the formulated eco-friendly creams show promising antioxidant potency in protecting the skin.
Overall, this study shows that the exceptional antimicrobial and antioxidant qualities of C. paradisi and C. lemon seed oils make them highly promising ingredients for the creation of eco-friendly cosmetic products. These qualities may also be further utilised for industrial and medical purposes.
Keywords: Biological activities, Citrus lemon, Citrus paradisi, cosmetic, eco-friendly