PUNICA GRANATUM (POMEGRANATE) AS AN ADJUVANT TO THE USE OF PHOTOPROTECTORS: PREVENTION OF SKIN DAMAGE

This study developed and evaluated a sunscreen gel-cream formulation 
containing Punica granatum (pomegranate) extract combined with a physical sunscreen. 
Pomegranate was chosen for its rich ellagic acid content, which has antioxidant and 
photoprotective properties. The formulation presented adequate pH for the skin, initial 
stability, and a light, easy-to-apply texture, characteristics that favor user acceptance. The 
results demonstrated the product's pharmacotechnical viability and its potential for 
preventing photoaging and skin carcinogenesis. The conclusion is that the combination of 
plant extracts and sunscreens is a promising strategy in phytocosmetics, although further 
studies are needed to confirm long-term safety and efficacy.