Potential of Bioactive Protein and Protein Hydrolysate from <i>Apis mellifera</i> Larvae as Cosmeceutical Active Ingredients for Anti-Skin Aging

• Main Authors: Paphawarin Thuraphan (Author), Suphawan Suang (Author), Anurak Bunrod (Author), Watchara Kanjanakawinkul (Author), Wantida Chaiyana (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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This study aimed to extract bioactive proteins and protein hydrolysates from <i>Apis mellifera</i> larvae and assess their potential application in cosmetics as well as their irritation properties. The larvae were defatted and extracted using various mediums, including DI water, along wi...