1. Exploring the potential of Hermetia illucens larvae extracts: A promising approach for dermocosmetic formulations
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Márcia Santos Filipe, Rossana V.C. Cardoso, Manuel Ayuso, Daniel Murta, Ana María Díaz-Lanza, Catarina Rosado, Tânia C.S.P Pires, Ricardo C. Calhelha, and Patricia Rijo
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Hermetia illucens ,Black soldier fly ,Green economy ,Extraction ,Biological activity ,Skin products ,Science (General) ,Q1-390 ,Social sciences (General) ,H1-99 - Abstract
Globally, the yearly disposal of 1.3 billion tonnes of food raises environmental and public health concerns. Black soldier fly (BSF) larvae present a sustainable solution, converting organic waste into nutrient-rich biomass. The extracted oil from BSF larvae, rich in fatty acids (FA), offers an eco-friendly alternative for the cosmetic industry. In this study, larvae sourced from a Portuguese company were fed olive pomace, a by-product of olive oil production.The lipidic sample extracted revealed a composition high in oleic acid, valuable for cosmetics. Investigating the biological activity of lipid extractions from larvae fed with olive pomace is a novel approach. Notably, the n-hexane ultrasound-assisted extraction method demonstrated potent antioxidant properties, and some extracts displayed antimicrobial activity. Five non-cytotoxic extracts; three with no relevant activity (IC50 from 236 to >400 μg/mL).These findings highlight BSF larvae as an environmentally friendly source of fatty acids, offering promising alternatives for diverse applications.
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- 2024
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