A review on bioactive properties of piper betel leaf and its application in cosmetology

Doi: https://doi.org/10.55522/ijti.v3i3.0114

Abstract

Betel leaf (Piper betel) extract offers many benefits for cosmetology, including skin lightening and wound healing. It's used in topical formulations like creams to diminish hyperpigmentation and melanin content. Betel leaf also has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, making it valuable for treating skin conditions like itching, pain, and acne. The leaves contain a variety of compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, and saponins, all of which contribute to the constructive role in cosmetology. An extensive assortment of bioactive substances from betel leaf extracts and essential oil (EO), such as polyphenols and terpenes, has been found. The extract and essential oil bio-actives have been considered structurally and functionally using a variety of cutting-edge standard techniques. The current review covers a systematic explanation of extraction methods, bioactive component identification, and their activities.