Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy

Abstract As consumers prioritize safer and more sustainable skincare ingredients, the traditional facial mask industry faces challenges due to the use of non-biodegradable materials and chemical preservatives that irritate the skin and harm the environment. In the present investigation, an innovativ...

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Main Authors: Fang Zhang, Haiteng Liu, Xiaoyan Pang, Zhiwen Ding, Weiye Zhang, Guoying Li
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Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2025-07-01
Series:Collagen and Leather
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s42825-025-00204-x
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author Fang Zhang
Haiteng Liu
Xiaoyan Pang
Zhiwen Ding
Weiye Zhang
Guoying Li
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Haiteng Liu
Xiaoyan Pang
Zhiwen Ding
Weiye Zhang
Guoying Li
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description Abstract As consumers prioritize safer and more sustainable skincare ingredients, the traditional facial mask industry faces challenges due to the use of non-biodegradable materials and chemical preservatives that irritate the skin and harm the environment. In the present investigation, an innovative all-biomass solid facial mask was developed using electrospinning technology to incorporate naturally effective ingredients into bio-based fibers made of gelatin and pullulan polysaccharide. This process produced a nanofiber-based, fast-dissolving facial mask with essence uniformly embedded throughout the fibers. Unlike traditional facial masks that rely on preservatives, this solid mask avoids their use while offering excellent water and moisture retention. Owing to its nanostructured architecture and water-soluble fiber materials, it dissolves completely in water within just 7 s. Yak skin collagen peptides incorporated into the nanofiber film demonstrated strong antioxidant activity, scavenging 88.3% of DPPH free radicals. Biocompatibility testing combined with animal skin and eye irritation testing further confirmed the safety of the facial mask. This innovative approach not only supports the sustainable development of environment and resources but also delivers safer, more effective skincare solutions for consumers. Graphical Abstract
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spelling doaj-art-6716c84e691c47a29f5f3caa27dfc7b32025-08-20T03:06:05ZengSpringerOpenCollagen and Leather2097-14192731-69982025-07-017111510.1186/s42825-025-00204-xFabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacyFang Zhang0Haiteng Liu1Xiaoyan Pang2Zhiwen Ding3Weiye Zhang4Guoying Li5China Leather and Footwear Research Institute Co., Ltd.China Leather and Footwear Research Institute Co., Ltd.China Leather and Footwear Research Institute Co., Ltd.China Leather and Footwear Research Institute Co., Ltd.China Leather and Footwear Research Institute Co., Ltd.Key Laboratory of Leather Chemistry and Engineering (Ministry of Education), Sichuan UniversityAbstract As consumers prioritize safer and more sustainable skincare ingredients, the traditional facial mask industry faces challenges due to the use of non-biodegradable materials and chemical preservatives that irritate the skin and harm the environment. In the present investigation, an innovative all-biomass solid facial mask was developed using electrospinning technology to incorporate naturally effective ingredients into bio-based fibers made of gelatin and pullulan polysaccharide. This process produced a nanofiber-based, fast-dissolving facial mask with essence uniformly embedded throughout the fibers. Unlike traditional facial masks that rely on preservatives, this solid mask avoids their use while offering excellent water and moisture retention. Owing to its nanostructured architecture and water-soluble fiber materials, it dissolves completely in water within just 7 s. Yak skin collagen peptides incorporated into the nanofiber film demonstrated strong antioxidant activity, scavenging 88.3% of DPPH free radicals. Biocompatibility testing combined with animal skin and eye irritation testing further confirmed the safety of the facial mask. This innovative approach not only supports the sustainable development of environment and resources but also delivers safer, more effective skincare solutions for consumers. Graphical Abstracthttps://doi.org/10.1186/s42825-025-00204-xElectrospinningBio-basedFast-dissolving facial maskNatural antioxidant peptideSustainable
spellingShingle Fang Zhang
Haiteng Liu
Xiaoyan Pang
Zhiwen Ding
Weiye Zhang
Guoying Li
Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
Collagen and Leather
Electrospinning
Bio-based
Fast-dissolving facial mask
Natural antioxidant peptide
Sustainable
title Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
title_full Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
title_fullStr Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
title_full_unstemmed Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
title_short Fabrication and characterization of the bio-based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
title_sort fabrication and characterization of the bio based nanofiber solid facial mask with moisturizing and antioxidant efficacy
topic Electrospinning
Bio-based
Fast-dissolving facial mask
Natural antioxidant peptide
Sustainable
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s42825-025-00204-x
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