The use of plant extracts in cosmetics is fast gaining importance due to the ever increasing side effects of synthetic drugs. The growing resistance to antibiotics in microorganisms has also further merited investigation for alternative treatment methods. Plants have been utilized for their medicinal values since time immemorial. This publications details the efforts undertaken to study the possible cosmeceutical application of three plants - Galangal, Chamomile and Tea tree - in the treatment of acne and hyperpigmentation.

Auteur

Dr. M Verma was awarded a PhD in Plant Biotechnology in the year 2011. Dr. U Mukundan is the Head of the Institution, R.J. College (Mumbai) and Chairperson, Board of Studies in Botany (University of Mumbai) with over 35 years experience. Dr. H Dawda is an Associate Professor of Botany at R.J. College, with a specialization in plant physiology.