Besides numerous important bioactive compounds, coconut water also contains phytohormones called cytokinins, which are essential for the growth and development of plants. Among cytokinins, kinetin and zeatin are significantly important. Kinetin has been tested for its powerful antiaging effects in human skin cells and based on the results of these tests, is now widely used in numerous skin care products and to treat UV-damaged skin. Both kinetin and zeatin have been found to be quite effective for reducing lines and wrinkles and for improving skin texture.
For further readings
- Biological Activities of Kinetin
- Novel sources of bioactive compounds in coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) water from different maturity levels and varieties as potent skin anti-aging strategies and anti-fatigue agents
- Identification of kinetin and kinetin riboside in coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) water using a combined approach of liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry, high-performance liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis
- The Chemical Composition and Biological Properties of Coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) Water
