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http://dx.doi.org/10.22889/KJP.2021.52.3.143

Inhibitory Effects of Alveopora japonica Extract on Melanin Synthesis  

Shim, Joong Hyun (Department of Cosmetic Science, Semyung University)
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Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy / v.52, no.3, 2021 , pp. 143-148 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study was performed to elucidate the inhibitory effects of Alveopora japonica extract on melanin synthesis by measuring the levels of cell viability, mRNA expression, tyrosinase activity, and melanin production in the B16F10 cell line. The effects of A. japonica extract on tyrosinase-related protein 1 (TYRP1), TYRP2, tyrosinase (TYR), and microphthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF) mRNA expression levels and melanin content were determined. Quantitative real-time RT-PCR show that A. japonica extract decrease the mRNA expression levels of TYRP1, TYRP2, TYR, and MITF in B16F10 cell line, resulting in lower levels of melanin production compared to α-MSH-treated B16F10 cells. Tyrosinase activity assays reveal that A. japonica extract decrease melanin production in B16F10 cells. These results demonstrate the whitening effects of A. japonica extract on B16F10 cells; thus, A. japonica extract is a potent ingredient for skin whitening. Further research is needed on the mechanism of action of A. japonica extract. Such research will benefit not only cosmetics, but also the health food and medical industries.
Keywords
Alveopora japonica; Melanin; Tyrosinase; Microphthalmia-associated transcription factor; TYRP1; TYRP2;
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