iBET at Natural Cosmetics International Meeting: Use of Natural Bioactive Compounds for Cosmetic Applications
Saffron By-products and Halophyte Plants as a Source of Natural Ingredients for Cosmetics
Scientists from iBET’s Natural Bioactives and Nutraceuticals Area presented their latest research at the 3rd Natural Cosmetics International Meeting, held in Kielnarowa/Rzeszów, Poland, on September 17-19.
As part of the scientific program, PhD students Leonor Costa and Juliana Oliveira, delivered oral presentations based on the work developed in their doctoral theses.
- Leonor Costa delivered a talk on “Valorizing Saffron By-Products and Bioactive Compounds as a Sustainable Source of Natural Colorants for Cosmetic Applications”, highlighting new approaches to promote the sustainable sourcing of natural colorants. Congratulations to Leonor Costa for receiving the Best Oral Presentation Award.
- Juliana Oliveira presented “Unlocking Halophyte Plants’ Potential for Skin Formulations: A Natural Source of Anti-aging, Anti-hyperpigmentation, and Wound Healing Ingredients”, focusing on the bioactive potential of halophyte plant species for cosmetic formulations with health-promoting effects on skin.
From left to right: Juliana Oliveira, Leonor Costa, Leonor Costa receiving the Best Oral Presentation Award diploma.
Their participation reflects iBET’s commitment to advancing the valorization and characterization of bioactive compounds derived from plant sources for potential use in cosmetics.
Know more about the 3rd Natural Cosmetics International Meeting: https://naturalcosmeticsim.org/