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The Potential of Extracellular Vesicles from Plant and Animal Sources for Improving Human Beauty and Health

  • 1st Edition - August 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Khalid Rehman Hakeem, Faisal Abdulrahman Alzahrani, Islam M. Saadeldin
  • Language: English

The Potential of Extracellular Vesicles from Plant and Animal Sources for Improving Human Beauty and Health is a comprehensive resource that consolidates the latest research on the… Read more

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Description

The Potential of Extracellular Vesicles from Plant and Animal Sources for Improving Human Beauty and Health is a comprehensive resource that consolidates the latest research on the mechanisms of extracellular vesicles (EVs) and their applications in the cosmetic industry. The book explores a range of topics, including the latest techniques in isolation and characterization of EVs, safety considerations, methods, and challenges associated with large-scale production, and recent advancements in biomedical applications. The therapeutic potential of EVs for age-related neurological conditions and autoimmune skin diseases is investigated, as well as the application of EVs for skincare, hair loss and anti-aging products.

The book considers EVs from a variety of sources, including humans, plants, animals and bacteria, highlighting their major differences. It also includes a discussion of market trends and the global impact for EV products in cosmetic and anti-aging industries. With growing interest in the role of extracellular vesicles in enhancing health and beauty, this book provides invaluable insights to researchers working in this field, equipping them with the knowledge to leverage EVs for innovative cosmetic applications and natural solutions.

Key features

  • Discusses the latest advances in extracellular vesicle research for anti-aging, skincare, and hair regeneration innovations
  • Investigates cutting-edge techniques for the isolation, purification, and characterization of extracellular vesicles
  • Examines innovative methods for mass-producing extracellular vesicles, along with the challenges associated with their large-scale production for industrial and commercial applications
  • Compares extracellular vesicles from different sources, including humans, animals, plants, and bacteria, analyzing the advantages of each
  • Includes insights into regulatory and ethical considerations for manufacturing, and for using extracellular vesicles in cosmetics

Readership

Researchers investigating extracellular vesicles and their application in the cosmetic sector, including molecular biologists, cell biologists, biotechnologists and cosmetic scientists

Table of contents

1. Latest techniques in isolation, characterization and types of extracellular vesicles

2. Safety of extracellular vesicles: manufacturing regulations and ethical considerations

3. Mass production of extracellular vesicles and the associated challenges

4. Extracellular vesicles of plant and animal origin: recent advancement and major biomedical applications

5. Extracellular vesicles for anti-aging applications

6. Extracellular vesicles in age-related neurodegenerative disorders: current research and future prospects

7. Extracellular vesicles in autoimmune skin diseases: roles and potential applications

8. Utilizing extracellular vesicles for skincare: innovations and benefits

9. Extracellular vesicles in hair loss: promising strategies for hair regeneration

10. The market size and potential impact of extracellular vesicles in beauty and anti-aging industries

11. From plant to glam: the magic of extracellular vesicles for ageless skin

12. Vesicle therapy: a holistic approach to natural beauty

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: August 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

KH

Khalid Rehman Hakeem

Dr. Hakeem is a Professor at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and Head of the Plant Biotechnology Research Unit at the Princess Dr. Najlaa Bint Saud Al Saud Center for Distinguished Research in Biotechnology. His academic journey includes roles as Assistant Professor at the University of Kashmir and research appointments in Malaysia. He holds a Ph.D. in Botany from Jamia Hamdard, India, with expertise in plant eco-physiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and medicinal plant research. He has authored numerous books, journal articles, and book chapters, and serves on editorial boards for leading publishers. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology and affiliated with international scientific societies. His work focuses on advancing plant science through global collaborations and research on eco-physiological and molecular processes.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Makkah Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

FA

Faisal Abdulrahman Alzahrani

Professor Faisal Alzahrani currently works as a faculty member in the Department of Biochemistry at King Abdulaziz University and serves as a principal investigator in the Stem Cell Unit at the King Fahd Medical Research Center. In these roles, he leads pioneering studies on stem cells and their applications in various fields including cancer, longevity, and infectious disease. Professor Alzahrani's research efforts have yielded remarkable results, which is evident from his record of publications. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers. In addition to his academic pursuits, Professor Alzahrani extends his knowledge and experience to practical applications. He provides valuable advisory services on scientific and academic matters and actively collaborates with startups in the biotechnology and healthcare sectors.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Embryonic Stem Cells Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia

IS

Islam M. Saadeldin

Dr. Islam M. Saadeldin is an Associate Professor at King Saud University, Saudi Arabia and adjunct associate professor at Zagazig University, Egypt. He received his Ph.D. degree from Seoul National University, South Korea in 2012. He was a visiting scholar at Niigata University, Japan (2008), and also served as a post-doc fellow at Seoul National University, South Korea (2013-2014). He has been awarded the Asian Universities Alliance (AUA) Scholar Award and a visiting professorship to Seoul National University, South Korea in 2019. He has a patent of invention (The Korean Intellectual Property Office) regarding embryo transgenesis through piggyback transposons. He has authored more than 80 SCI/SCIE papers covering the fields of advanced biotechnology such as somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT), therapeutic cloning, genome editing, transgenesis, assisted reproductive techniques (ARTs), adult stem cells, and embryonic stem cells, as well as elucidating the roles of exosomes in pathophysiology and embryonic-maternal crosstalk. In addition, he focuses on comparative cellular defence against extreme hyperthermia, and the relation with cellular anastasis, and cellular resilience. He serves as an Editorial board member of various journals and an associate editor and associate editor for various journals.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Comparative Medicine, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, Saudi Arabia; and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Egypt