Hesperidin: synthesis and characterization of bioflavonoid complex

Abstract

Flavonoids are widely recognized for their beneficial effects in the cosmetic industry, possessing many biological activities, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. The study presented an efficient and simple solution to improve the preparations of antioxidant complexes based on hesperidin. Obtained products are characterized by thermogravimetric, spectrophotometric method, electron scanning microscopy, color analysis and zeta potential. Lightness value (L*) of hesperidin-silica complexes was found to be inversely correlated with the antioxidant activity values.