• Dipalini D. Walke
• Dr.Farhat S. Daud

Herbal cosmetics are being used more and more now-a-days. Amongst several herbal ingredients, Date Palm Fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L) is one of such ingredient with potential use in herbal cosmetics as an active ingredient. The Date Palm Fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is one of the most abundant fruits in the world and is an essential part of the diet, especially in many Arabian countries. Hundreds of varieties having a different texture, color and flavor are available. Phoenix dactylifera L. fruits are a rich source of sugars (glucose and fructose), vitamins (A, C, and B complex), fibers, minerals, and phenolic compounds having antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Date Palm Fruits possess high nutritional and therapeutic value with significant anti-aging, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-acne, whitening, moisturizing properties. However, there is no systematic detailed review defining properties and applications of this herb which possesses many uses in cosmetics. This article is a comprehensive review on Date palm fruit extracts and its benefits and aims in exploring its application in the cosmeceutical industry.

Applications, Cosmetics, Date Palm Fruit, Herb, Varieties

"Date Palm Fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) As A Cosmetic Ingredient: A Review", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 9, page no.755-762, September-2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1809251.pdf

"Date Palm Fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) As A Cosmetic Ingredient: A Review", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 9, page no. pp755-762, September-2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1809251.pdf