Recent developments in sunscreens based on chromophore compounds and nanoparticles
Sunscreen formulations have undergone significant advancements in recent years, with a focus on improving UV radiation protection, photostability, and environmental sustainability. Chromophore compounds and nanoparticles have emerged as key components in these developments. This review highlights th...
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| Published in: | RSC advances Vol. 14; no. 4; pp. 2529 - 2563 |
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| Main Authors: | , , , |
| Format: | Journal Article |
| Language: | English |
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England
Royal Society of Chemistry
10-01-2024
The Royal Society of Chemistry |
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| Summary: | Sunscreen formulations have undergone significant advancements in recent years, with a focus on improving UV radiation protection, photostability, and environmental sustainability. Chromophore compounds and nanoparticles have emerged as key components in these developments. This review highlights the latest research and innovations in chromophore compounds and nanoparticle-based sunscreens. It discusses the role of nanoparticles, such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, in scattering and absorbing UV radiation while remaining cosmetically acceptable. Chromophore compounds, encapsulated in nanoparticles, are explored for their potential to enhance UV protection by absorbing specific wavelengths of light. Additionally, advances in photo-stability, broad-spectrum protection, antioxidant inclusion, and biodegradability are discussed. The evolving landscape of sunscreen technology aims to provide more effective and environment-friendly solutions for safeguarding skin from the sun's harmful effects.
Sunscreen formulations have undergone significant advancements in recent years, with a focus on improving UV radiation protection, photostability, and environmental sustainability. |
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| Bibliography: | Dr M. Masilamani Selvam was born on 15th May, 1976 at Sundaranachiapuram, Rajapalayam Taluk of Tamil Nadu, India. After his schooling in his native place, he started his bachelor degree course (BSc, Zoology) at ANJA College, Sivakasi, and then moved to CAS in Marine Biology, Annamalai University for his higher studies (MSc Coastal Aquaculture) and research (PhD Marine Biology). After obtaining his doctoral degree he has started his career as Lecturer in Biotechnology at Sathyabama University on 2008. Ever since, his research work has been directed to the field of Marine Biotechnology and Aquaculture. He has also been awarded M. Tech. Degree in Biotechnology at Sathyabama University on 2010. He has received several prestigious fellowships like the DST-Govt. of India sponsored BOYSCAST Fellowship to work at Göttingen University, Germany on 2011, and INSA Summer Fellowship to work with Prof. K. Kathiresan on 2013. The author has been working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India since 2015, and he has published 2 books, 3 book chapters and more than 57 research articles to his credit. Dr M. Rajasekar is currently working as Scientist-C/Assistant Professor (Research) in the Centre for Molecular and Nanomedical Sciences, International Research Centre, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University), Chennai since 2018. He was born in Agatheripattu village, Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India, and his main research interest is in the area of synthetic organic chemistry. He received his BSc degree from the Department of Chemistry, Arignar Anna Govt. Arts College, Cheyyar, affiliated to the University of Madras in 2005 and MSc Degree from the Department of Chemistry, C. Abdul Hakeem College of Arts and Science, Vellore, affiliated to Thiruvalluvar University in 2007. He received his M. Phil degree from the Department of Chemistry, The New College, affiliated to the University of Madras, Chennai, in 2008. He worked as a Visiting Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Anna University, Chennai from 26.06.2008 to 30.12.2008 and a PhD degree from the Department of Organic Chemistry, the University of Madras in 2015. He worked as a National Postdoctoral (DST-SERB) at Sathyabama University, Chennai from 2016-2018. He received his BEd (2021) and MEd (2023) degrees from Arunachala College of Education, affiliated with Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University, Chennai. He was awarded NET, SLET, SET, NPDF, DSKPDF, Nehru PDF, Young Scientist, RSC Advances panel reviewer, and National Educational Star Award by "The Glorious Organization for Accelerated to Literacy (GOAL)", New Delhi. Additionally, he has been granted five patents, published twelve books and has authored two monographs. Ms Jennita Mary was born in 2002, Tamil Nadu, India. She is currently pursuing her undergraduate degree in the School of Bio and Chemical Engineering, Department of Biotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. She has developed two working products during her 3rd year of her UG Program in the Medical field. She has also published a review paper in the field of Nanotechnology. Currently, she's doing her project under the supervision of Dr M. Rajasekar and Dr Masilamani Selvam. Her research interest generally includes protecting the marine ecosystem and the organic field of cosmetics. Ms Meenambigai S., was born in 2002 in Tamil Nadu, India. She is presently pursuing her undergraduate studies at the School of Bio and Chemical Engineering within the Department of Biotechnology at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, a deemed university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. During her third year, she engaged in research involving leaf disease detection using CNN (Industry 4.0) and also gained valuable experience through an internship in the field of bioinformatics. Currently, she is actively involved in a research project under the guidance of Dr M. Rajasekar. Her research pursuits predominantly revolve around the intriguing realm of cosmetics-based products and their significance. ObjectType-Article-2 SourceType-Scholarly Journals-1 ObjectType-Feature-3 content type line 23 ObjectType-Review-1 |
| ISSN: | 2046-2069 2046-2069 |
| DOI: | 10.1039/d3ra08178h |