The Effect of POX-407 on Curcumin-Based Nanoemulsion Storage
摘要
A naturally occurring substance taken from the turmeric plant is called curcumin. The efficacy of curcumin's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in mitigating skin aging signs by attenuating oxidative stress-induced damage to skin cells, thereby decelerating the intrinsic aging process, is noteworthy. The drawbacks of curcumin's source include its quick breakdown, low bioavailability, and poor water solubility. Dispersions of two or more immiscible or partially miscible fluids stabilized by additional surfactants are known as nanoemulsions. Among the advantages of nanoemulsions are their easy production, easy solubilization, and thermodynamic durability. They might enhance the way that compounds are loaded into the skin. In order to get the smallest particle size, the researcher optimized the formulation and investigation of storage time. This study investigated the use of ultrasound to prepare curcumin nanoemulsions. POX-407 emulsifier yielded smaller and more stable nanoparticles compared to Tween-80. While stability decreased over time and with various conditions (pH, salt, temperature), the analysis provided insights into encapsulation efficiency. A combined POX-407 + Tween-80 showed a synergistic effect on encapsulation and particle size, but with lower storage stability. This suggests further optimization is needed to balance particle size with stability through emulsifier ratio adjustments and co-surfactant exploration. Overall, these findings offer valuable information for designing commercially viable curcumin nanoemulsions for potential applications in drug delivery.