More recently, saffron has attracted renewed interest for its use in cosmetics. Since ancient times, saffron is used for cosmetic purposes, absorbed in infusion or even in cutaneous application, mixed with fat, or macerated in donkey milk, for its eternal youthful properties. Cleopatra used it in her beauty products. In traditional Iranian medicine, saffron can improve the complexion and can be used to treat erysipelas. In traditional Greek medicine, it can refresh the skin of the face and is used to relieve the liver of the domination of bile and to treat acne, skin diseases, and wounds. In addition, the body may look younger and brighter [23 In another category, Hindu women used saffron to make the bind, the yellow dot on the forehead. It is, in a way, a third eye symbolizing good fortune and Cosmetics 2019, 6, 63 4 of 11 consciences. Nowadays, saffron tepals have been studied in several studies as being rich in crocin and kaempferol, thus representing an important source of bioactive compounds for potential cosmetic formulations. Besides its antioxidant properties, saffron presents multiple interests for cosmetic applications.

Anti-UV Agent Prolonged exposure to the sun is extremely harmful because it puts the skin in contact with UV rays, known to cause serious lesions. Saffron is known to have anti-sun effects that can protect the skin from harmful UV rays. Studies show that saffron lotion may be a better sunscreen than homovalvate (an organic compound used in some sunscreens). Thus, saffron can be used as a natural UV-absorbing agent. In addition to the antisolar and moisturizing properties of saffron, the prevention of skin cancers by saffron because of its antioxidant properties is important as well

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