
Medicinal Aromatic Plants Used in Sports Cosmetics
Chapter from the book:
Yiğit,
A.
&
İmece,
A.
(eds.)
2024.
Organic Chemistry and COF (Covalent Organic Framework) .
Synopsis
Sports cosmetics include specialized products needed to support the physical support of athletes and provide post-workout care. These include therapeutic aromatic herbs that are remarkable for their persistence, relieve muscle soreness, promote skin maturation and muscle relaxation. Herbs such as mint, rosemary, arnica and aloe vera stand out as natural solutions to speed up recovery after sports. For example, arnica is used to treat sprains and bruises, while mint relaxes muscles and provides freshness with its menthol content. These herbal ingredients offer both a safe option to chemical alternatives and an aesthetic and functionality perspective, and are a changing part of sports cosmetics. Medicinal aromatic plants play an important role in athletes' health and care products thanks to their muscle relaxant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Aloe vera moisturizes the skin and soothes irritations, while tea tree oil maintains skin temperatures. In addition, plants such as lavender provide both physical and mental relaxation with their stress-reducing effects. In medicinal use, this often occurs with topical products such as massage oils, sports gels, creams and lotions. The benefits of herbal ingredients improve athletes' performance by shortening their recovery time and increase their skin capacity. In the future, studies with medicinal aromatic plants will enable this natural storage to be made more efficient and sustainable. Advances such as nanotechnology and genetic engineering will increase the bioavailability of herbal ingredients, making it possible to deliver more potent and targeted products.At the same time, sustainable agricultural practices can contribute to preserving this natural growth by supporting regenerative production.Innovations in sports cosmetics will accelerate athletes' physical recovery and optimize their overall health and well-being.