Development of Novel Topical Cosmeceutical Formulations from Nigella sativa L. with Antimicrobial Activity against Acne-Causing Microorganisms

Acne vulgaris occurs due to the inflammation of sebaceous follicles in the skin. It is triggered by the activity of some bacterial species like Propionibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus epidermidis. Acquisition of antibiotic resistance by these microorganisms and adverse eff...

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Main Authors: Nirmani Wishwakala Nawarathne, Kanchana Wijesekera, Weerasinghe Mudiyanselage Dilip Gaya Bandara Wijayaratne, Mayuri Napagoda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2019-01-01
Series:The Scientific World Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/5985207