Effect of Aurea Helianthus stem extract on anti-melanogenesis

Aurea Helianthus (AH), also known as wild confederate rose or golden sunflower, is a curative herb. It has been used as a medicinal material in China due to its anti-inflammatory, immune regulatory, and anti-oxidant activities. However, its melanogenic effect on skin has not been sufficiently investigated. In this study, we tested whether AH has melanogenic inhibitory activities for the development of effective skin whitening agent. The extract...