ANTIBACTERIAL AND ANTIFUNGAL COSMETICS: A NANO TECHNOLOGICAL APPROACH

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Abstract: Green nanotechnology has emphasized green chemistry concepts, and the principles of green Chemistry approach has been instrumental in the creation of modern nanotechnologies for economic, social, and health advantages. Nanotechnology has potential applications in nanocosmetics. This review contains a description of the green synthesis, characterization of silver and zinc oxide nanoparticles synthesized using ginger and garlic extract and their applications in cosmetic formulations. Ginger and garlic extract possess strong antioxidative and antimicrobial properties. Citric acid serves as reducing and stabilizing agent in synthesis of nanoparticles. Concentration of NaOH also influence the size and structure of nanoparticles. The present review present various studies for synthesis of antibacterial and antifungal properties of Ag and ZnONPs. In cosmetic formulations, silver nanoparticles can be safely used in preparations of anti-acne, antidandruff, and antimicrobial products which are discussed in the present review. ZnO-NPs are commonly used to treat a number of different skin disorders and have anticancer characteristics. These are nontoxic, skin compatible, antimicrobial and have broad application in cosmetic industry. KEYWORDS: cosmetics, nanoparticles, iron