Development and characterization of functional nanoemulsion using pomelo peel essential oil and curcumin

Key Points

• The developed nanoemulsion improved the solubility and stability of curcumin, enhancing its potential applications.
• Incorporating pomelo peel essential oil into the nanoemulsion leveraged its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
• Characterization of the nanoemulsion indicated a successful encapsulation, which may aid in various practical applications.
• The study addresses the limitations of curcumin and pomelo peel essential oil, opening new possibilities for their use.