Details of Research Outputs

Background: Nutricosmetics have emerged as a promising approach within the field of food science and technology, offering targeted benefits for skin health and overall well-being. Driven by the growing consumer demand for food-based solutions addressing skin concerns, they represent an innovative intersection of nutrition, bioactive components, and dermatology. This trend aligns with currently increasing consumer interest in achieving beauty from within.

Scope and approach: This review analyzes over 50 research studies from the past decade, primarily from 2020 onwards, sourced from reputable databases such as Google Scholar, SCOPUS, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Taylor & Francis, Wiley, MDPI, and others, with literature research using food and dermatology related keywords. It explores the advantages of oral delivery route and examines the impact of skin structures with associated disorders. The efficacy of bioactive components is validated through animal gavage models and clinical trials. Additionally, the review evaluates the bioactive ingredients in nutricosmetic products and provides market insights.

Key findings and conclusions: Bioactive substances, including crude extracts, essential oils, peptides, among others, have shown efficacy in improving skin clarity, elasticity, and smoothness, by regulating signaling pathways and enzymatic activity in mice gavage models. Clinical trials have confirmed their safety and effectiveness. Additionally, market analysis reveals that a variety of products have successfully transitioned from research to the market. Some formulations have illustrated promising effects in cell-based or zebrafish studies, though further animal and clinical research is needed to support their potential as oral supplements for skin health. Finally, regulatory standards across major markets are continuously improving, indicating a rising level of standardization in both nutricosmetic market and regulations.