The demand for halal cosmetic products among the 2.4 billion Muslim consumers worldwide is increasing. However, the demand for halal cosmetics remains unmet because cosmetics production is dominated by non-halal cosmetic manufacturers, whose production methods may not conform with the requirements of halal science. The development of halal cosmetics and the assessment of their product performance is still in its infancy. The integration of halal science in the manufacture of most cosmetic products remains inadequate. Moreover, there is a global dearth of guiding documents on the development and assessment techniques in the production of comprehensively halal cosmetics. This paper aims to abridge existing literature and knowledge of halal and cosmetic science in order to provide essential technical guidance in the manufacture of halal cosmetics. In addition, the adoption of these methods addresses the unique ethical issues associated with conformance of cosmetics’ product performance to religious practices and halal science. It highlights the applicability of established methods in skin science in the assessment of halal cosmetics.

Fruit industries are growing annually, as they support the increasing food demand of a rising global population. These resulted in a large amount of fruit waste issues during their processing, which need to be tackled in the most beneficial manner, calling for a circular economy model from the industries. Fruits are notable sources for red, green, blue, yellow dyes and environment-friendly biosurfactants. The utilization of fruit waste for industrial applications, particularly in the production of natural dyes and biosurfactants, presents significant opportunities for sustainable development. Cyanidin derivatives, recognized for their strong dyeing properties, are well suited to hair coloring products and cosmetic formulations. Similarly, biosurfactants produced from papaya peel, cashew apple bagasse, and peels of Genipa americana and Tamarindus indica demonstrate potential for various commercial applications. Despite these promising prospects, limited research has been conducted on comprehensive market assessments and strategic infrastructure planning necessary to integrate fruit waste–derived products into established distribution networks. The absence of structured market strategies leads to a fragmented understanding of competitive dynamics, pricing mechanisms, and consumer segmentation. Increasing public awareness of the nutritional and functional advantages of fruit waste–derived colors and biosurfactants can empower consumers to play a pivotal role in promoting sustainable food and product choices and waste-reduction behavior.

Decocted Draco spilopterus has been utilized in the Philippines for the treatment of asthma associated with its strong folkloric beliefs however no scientific evidence was available to prove such claims. Thus, the researchers ventured into this study to determine the anti - asthma potential of dried D. spilopterus on male albino rats using mesenteric mast cell count by atopic allergy method. Fifteen D. spilopterus were used in the study. Decocotion was the extraction method employed. Seven male albino rats were used in each trial and randomly divided into different test groups which were as follows: Treatment groups (600, 800 and 1000 mg/kgbw); negative control group (water); positive control group (Prednisolone 10 mg/kgbw); untreated group; and normal group. Mesentric mast cell count by atopic allergy method was employed in this study. Results revealed that the test solutions with a dose of 600, 800 and 1000 mg/kgbw elicited a mean anti-asthmatic activity of 42.25, 66.44 and 89.32%, respectively. The median effective dose was 663.90 mg/kgbw. The anti - asthma activity was dose - related; with increasing dose, the disrupted mast cell decreases. The test solution obtained from D. spilopterus is a potential alternative in the management of asthma but further studies have to be conducted. Key words: Draco spilopterus, mesenteric mast cell count.

This study prepared a paracetamol-β-cyclodextrin inclusion complex via co-precipitation method to address the structural and organoleptic challenges o