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Synsepalum dulcificum and its potential use as a source of bioactive molecules in cosmetics
Synsepalum dulcificum y su uso potencial como fuente de moléculas bioactivas en cosmética
Synsepalum dulcificum e seu uso potencial como fonte de moléculas bioativas em cosméticos
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https://doi.org/10.15446/rcciquifa.v55n3.121376Palabras clave:
taste receptors, miracle fruit, bioactive molecules, anti-aging, skin benefits (en)Receptores gustativos, fruta milagrosa, moléculas bioactivas, antienvejecimiento, beneficios cutáneos (es)
Receptores gustativos, Fruta milagrosa, Moléculas bioativas, Antienvelhecimento, Benefícios para a pele (pt)
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Introduction: Synsepalum dulcificum (miracle fruit) is notable for its ability to transform sour tastes into sweet ones through the glycoprotein miraculin. Although its interaction with taste receptors is its most studied feature, the plant contains other biomolecules in its leaves and seeds with therapeutic potential that extends beyond the food sector. Methodology: A systematic literature review was conducted in high-impact scientific databases, with a primary focus on PubMed, Google Scholar and Uniprot. The search strategy centered on the phytochemical characterization of the species, prioritizing studies on extracts and biomolecules with biological properties suitable for topical and dermatological applications. Results: The research reveals that the berry (skin and pulp) and leaves of S. dulcificum are rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. Additionally, it was determined that the oil extracted from its seeds possesses notable moisturizing properties, positioning the plant as a versatile source of bioactive ingredients. Conclusions: S. dulcificum is a promising resource for the cosmetic and healthcare industries. Its potential as a sugar substitute and source of active ingredients for the skin, scalp, and hair opens new opportunities for scientific research focused on the development of topical products.
Introducción: La Synsepalum dulcificum (fruta milagrosa) destaca por transformar sabores ácidos en dulces mediante la glicoproteína miraculina. Aunque su interacción con los receptores gustativos es su rasgo más estudiado, la planta posee otras biomoléculas presentes en sus hojas y semillas con un potencial terapéutico que trasciende el ámbito alimentario. Metodología: Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica sistemática en bases de datos científicas de alto impacto, con un enfoque principal en PubMed, Google Scholar y Uniprot. La estrategia de búsqueda se centró en la caracterización fitoquímica de la especie, priorizando estudios sobre extractos y biomoléculas con propiedades biológicas aptas para aplicaciones tópicas y dermatológicas. Resultados: La investigación revela que la baya (cáscara y pulpa) y las hojas de S. dulcificum son ricas en compuestos antioxidantes y antiinflamatorios. Adicionalmente, se determinó que el aceite extraído de sus semillas posee notables propiedades hidratantes, lo que posiciona a la planta como una fuente versátil de ingredientes bioactivos. Conclusiones: S. dulcificum es un recurso prometedor para la industria cosmética y el cuidado de la salud. Su potencial como sustituto del azúcar y como fuente de activos para la piel, el cuero cabelludo y el cabello abre nuevas oportunidades de investigación científica enfocadas en el desarrollo de productos de uso tópico.
Introdução: O Synsepalum dulcificum (fruta milagrosa) destaca-se por transformar sabores ácidos em doces por meio da glicoproteína miraculina. Embora sua interação com os receptores gustativos seja a característica mais estudada, a planta possui outras biomoléculas em suas folhas e sementes, com potencial terapêutico que vai além do âmbito alimentar. Metodologia: Foi realizada uma revisão bibliográfica sistemática em bases de dados científicas de alto impacto, com foco principal no PubMed, Google Scholar e Uniprot. A estratégia de pesquisa centrou-se na caracterização fitoquímica da espécie, priorizando estudos sobre extratos e biomoléculas com propriedades biológicas adequadas para aplicações tópicas e dermatológicas. Resultados: A pesquisa revela que a baga (casca e polpa) e as folhas de S. dulcificum são ricas em compostos antioxidantes e anti-inflamatórios. Além disso, determinou-se que o óleo extraído de suas sementes apresenta notáveis propriedades hidratantes, o que posiciona a planta como uma fonte versátil de ingredientes bioativos. Conclusões: S. dulcificum é um recurso promissor para a indústria cosmética e de cuidados com a saúde. Seu potencial como substituto do açúcar e como fonte de ativos para a pele, o couro cabeludo e os cabelos, abre novas oportunidades de pesquisa científica voltadas ao desenvolvimento de produtos de uso tópico.
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