Volume : 4, Issue : 7, July - 2015

Review: Cosmeceutical potential of Chinese Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis)

Dr. Lana Jiang

Abstract :

<p>Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap is a plant belonging to lamiaceae family (mint) and is one of the widely used herbs in Chinese and Oriental medicines. It has been used traditionally for several health conditions including microbial infections, inflammation, and cholesterol management, anti tumor, antioxidant activity and several other health benefits. The herb has been well studied for its phytochemical constituents, which include several unique flavonoids. In this review we look at the Cosmeceutical benefits of this unique traditional herb.</p>