Biological activity of Cymbopogon citratus (DC) Stapf and its Potential Cosmetic Activities
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Phytochemical Constituents, Therapeutic Applications and Toxicological Profile of Cymbopogon citratus Stapf (DC) Leaf Extract
The medicinal value of herbs and natural plant products depends on their phytochemical constituents that elicit definite physiological or pathological effects in the human body. C. citratus has been extensively consumed globally for its medicinal, cosmetic, and nutritional benefits. Studies on its phytoconstituents have documented the presence of tannins, saponins, flavonoids, phenols, anthraqu...
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عنوان ژورنال: International Journal of Phytocosmetics and Natural Ingredients
سال: 2016
ISSN: 2374-0639
DOI: 10.15171/ijpni.2016.07