From crown to cosmetics: Exploring the efficacy of an upcycled pineapple biopolymer in sustainable skincare, suncare and hair care applications

Taken together, the eco-friendly PALF protects against harmful environmental aggressors while exerting other beneficial effects on the skin and hair. Importantly, PALF forms a physical barrier on the skin surface, limiting pollution contact with the skin with the capacity to blunt the cellular effects of harmful environmental factors. Collectively, the present investigation demonstrates PALF retains a comprehensive array of benefits in a wide range of cosmetic formulations and applications while facilitating environmental stability.