Author(s):
Sheetal S. Samant, Tanaya Keluskar, Shweta Sawant, Sarvesh Shinde, Shivani Hegishte, Saloni Kavitkar, Sushila Sawant, Vijay A. Jagtap
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sheetal.samant99@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00025 
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Sheetal S. Samant1*, Tanaya Keluskar2, Shweta Sawant2, Sarvesh Shinde2, Shivani Hegishte2, Saloni Kavitkar2, Sushila Sawant2, Vijay A. Jagtap2
1Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacognosy, Yashwantrao Bhonsale College of Pharmacy, Sawantwadi, Maharashtra, India.
2Yashwantrao Bhonsale College of Pharmacy, Sawantwadi, Maharashtra, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 17,
Issue - 2,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Skin hyperpigmentation is a common issue in dermatology, and reversing it is a major concern for skin care professionals, especially since the majority of the global population has brown skin. Melanin, a pigment responsible for skin color, increases in amount, leading to hyperpigmentation. Treating hyperpigmentation disorders can be challenging and requires patience and knowledge of various therapies. Recently, new treatments have emerged, including hydroquinone and topical retinoids as first-line options. The use of conventional skin lightening agents is often limited by their potential to cause skin irritation. As a result, there is a growing interest in exploring natural compounds as safer and more tolerable alternatives. This summary aims to provide an overview of natural ingredients that have been investigated for their skin depigmenting properties.
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Sheetal S. Samant, Tanaya Keluskar, Shweta Sawant, Sarvesh Shinde, Shivani Hegishte, Saloni Kavitkar, Sushila Sawant, Vijay A. Jagtap. Unlocking the Power of Plants: Phytomedicines for the Treatment of Hyperpigmentation. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2026; 17(2):165-4. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00025
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Sheetal S. Samant, Tanaya Keluskar, Shweta Sawant, Sarvesh Shinde, Shivani Hegishte, Saloni Kavitkar, Sushila Sawant, Vijay A. Jagtap. Unlocking the Power of Plants: Phytomedicines for the Treatment of Hyperpigmentation. Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences. 2026; 17(2):165-4. doi: 10.52711/2321-5844.2026.00025 Available on: https://rjtcsonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-17-2-10
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