Antioxidant activity of the essential oil of citrus limon before and after its encapsulation in amorphous SiO2

In recent years, the consumer demand for natural ingredients has resulted in sustained growth in the global market of essential oils. Indeed, essential oils are considered today as a product "trend" to the general public, which in particular raises considerable appeal from the agro-food sector. However, this application sector has to face many disadvantages related to the variability of their composition, and their volatility and storage...