Assessing the health benefits and cosmetic potential of parsley extracts from Algerian Cultivar
July 7, 2026
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| Article Title: | Assessing the health benefits and cosmetic potential of parsley extracts from Algerian Cultivar |
| Authors: | Bouzenoura K., Redjimi A., Torche Y., Kehili H.E., Bekhouche K. |
| Affiliation: | Nature and Life Sciences Faculty, Abdelhafid Boussouf University, Mila, Algeria Laboratory of Natural Sciences and Materials, Abdelhafid Boussouf University, Mila, Algeria Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center (CRSP), Ali Mendjli – Constantine, Algeria |
| Abstract: | Parsley (Petroselinum crispum Fuss.) is one of the oldest and most widely used aromatic plants, particularly in the Mediterranean region. In this study, we examined multiple extracts from various parts of parsley growing under Algerian environmental conditions to assess their biological activities and potential health benefits, and the possibility of their application in the local cosmetic industry. After carefully selecting and drying samples of parsley roots, leaves, stems, and seeds, we prepared different extracts, including ethanol extract, aqueous extract, essential oil, and hydrosol. The extraction of essential oil revealed its significant presence in the seeds, whereas leaves and stems contained considerably lower amounts, and the roots were completely free of essential oil. All extracts were tested for antioxidant, antibacterial and antifungal activities. The results showed that the seeds exhibited the highest antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant activities among all extracts, with essential oil and ethanol extracts being particularly effective, while hydrosols and other extracts from the plant’s remaining parts demonstrated less effectiveness. Therefore, for Algerian parsley cultivars, seeds appear to be optimal source for health benefits and the cosmetic applications in producing natural parsley-based products. |
| Keywords: | Petroselinum crispum, essential oil, antioxidant activity, antibacterial activity, cosmetic industry. |
| *Correspondence: | Yacine Torche, Nature and Life Sciences Faculty, Laboratory of Natural Sciences and Materials, Abdelhafid Boussouf University, Mila, Algeria, email: torche.yacine@centre-univ-mila.dz |
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