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KMID : 1145120170150020180
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Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology
2017 Volume.15 No. 2 p.180 ~ p.190
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Effects of Mask Pack Containing Yam Bean (Pachyrhizus erosus) Extracts on Skin Improvement
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Lee Ah-Reum
Kim Hae-Ok
Song Weon-Jung
Min Yu-Hong
Roh Seong-Soo
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Abstract
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Purpose: We had previously demonstrated that yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus) extracts have anti-oxidant and anti-melanogenic effects. Accordingly, the present study explored skin improvements resulting from the use of a mask pack containing yam bean extracts.
Methods: Subjects included 15 women in their 20s who met the selection and exclusion criteria. Subjects applied the mask pack three times a week for 5 weeks. To determine the effects of the mask pack on the skin, we measured oil, moisture, and melanin content as well as erythema of the facial skin once a week for 5 weeks (i.e., a total of five measurements).
Results: After using the mask pack for 5 weeks, the moisture and oil content of the facial skin increased. In addition, the erythema and melanin content significantly decreased. Furthermore, the subjects were highly satisfied with the improvement in skin conditions such as dryness and skin tone.
Conclusion: Our results indicate that a mask pack containing yam bean extracts has beneficial effects on facial skin, and it should be considered for use in new functional cosmetics.
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KEYWORD
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Yam bean, Mask pack, Oil content, Melanin content, Skin improvement
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