Anti-wrinkle properties of rosehip oil, aloe vera, green tea extract, and frankincense essential oil: Brief review and a survey
1 College of Pharmacy, Howard University, Washington, D.C 20059, USA.
2 1409 Jackson Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904, USA (Permanent Address); College of Health Sciences, Bonga University, 8621J-GGH, Bonga, Kaffa, Ethiopia.
Research Article
International Journal of Scholarly Research in Biology and Pharmacy, 2023, 03(02), 001–008.
Article DOI: 10.56781/ijsrbp.2023.3.2.0041
Publication history:
Received on 19 October 2023; revised on 27 November 2023; accepted on 30 November 2023
Abstract:
The knowledge and opinions of first-year pharmacy students were evaluated after conducting a survey. The survey included 5 knowledge-based and 5 opinion-based questions, focusing on four herbal remedies. The data collected from 28 participants were analyzed for correctness of answers and agreement or disagreement to opinion lead statements. The knowledge-based questions showed an average 74.5% correct answer rate, with the question on Rosehip Oil receiving the highest (about 93%) followed by the Green Tea Extract at 89.3%. Opinion-based questions revealed a positive attitude towards herbal remedies, with over 82% strongly agreeing or somewhat agreeing with their potential benefits. Over 92% of the respondents believed Green Tea Extract and Frankincense Essential Oil possess skin-protecting qualities. Participants had positive attitude towards herbal remedies for skincare. Knowledge-based questions had a satisfactory correct answer rate, and participants largely agreed (82.7%) on the potential of these herbal remedies to enhance skin health and reduce signs of aging. Disagreement was minimal, ranging from 0% to 17.2%, indicating a widespread inclination towards positive agreement. The survey results provide a valuable insight into the potential of herbal remedies in skincare. The knowledge level was satisfactory at 74.5%. Opinions towards Rosehip Oil, Aloe Vera, Green Tea Extract, and Frankincense Essential Oil were largely positive among the surveyed pharmacy students. Limitations of the survey include the small sample size and lack of diversity in the survey participants. Future research should address these limitations and explore additional factors influencing knowledge and opinions regarding herbal remedies for skincare.
Keywords:
Rosehip Oil; Aloe Vera; Green Tea Extract; Frankincense Essential Oil; Knowledge; Opinions
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