Cosmetic potentials of physic nut (Jatropha curcas Linn.) seed oil: A review

Abstract

The present review justify the potentials of Jatropha curcas L. seed oil and its uses in cosmetic production . The values of physicochemical properties and other parameters of the oil determined are in favour of its usage for cosmetics based on the previous research works .Exploitation of its seed oil for use in cosmetic products in some countries were also critically reviewed. Most details centered on the most profitable use of the seed oil compared to its usage for biofuels.