A use of
Combretum micranthum extract in
cosmetics. Processes such as a
solvent extraction method and a chromatographic method are specifically used, it is found that a
Combretum micranthum
plant or its extract has the effects of moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, post-sun repair, repair of
skin barrier, repair of UV-induced
DNA damage,
skin-lightening,
fading spots and anti-
glycation and the like. The prepared
Combretum micranthum extract can be added into
cosmetics as an
active ingredient thereof. The cosmetic or
drug containing the Combretum micranthum extract has the efficacies of moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, post-sun repair, repair of
skin barrier, repair of UV-induced
DNA damage, skin-lightening, anti-
freckle and resisting saccharification and the like, thereby achieving the effect of
skin care and beauty.