Among harmful environmental factors that contribute to extrinsic aging, long-term effects of repeated exposure to ultraviolet light are the most significant and are referred to as photoaging. Photoaging is a multisystem degenerative process that involves the skin and skin support system. It is a cumulative process and depends primarily on the degree of
Sjerobabski Masnec, Ines, Poduje, Sanja
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Sunscreens - Which and what for? [PDF]
It is well established that sun exposure is the main cause for the development of skin cancer. Chronic continuous UV radiation is believed to induce malignant melanoma, whereas intermittent high-dose UV exposure contributes to the occurrence of actinic ...
Ananthaswamy HN +49 more
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Chitin and lignin. Natural ingredients from waste materials to make innovative and healthy products for humans and plant [PDF]
In a globalized world, plants are continually cut to obtain free land for intensive farming without remembering their important function in the planet ecosystem.
Morganti, Pierfrancesco, Stoller, Marco
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Labisia pumila extract protects skin cells from photoaging caused by UVB irradiation [PDF]
Labisia pumila (Myrsinaceae), known as "Kacip Fatimah," has been used by many generations of Malay women to induce and facilitate child birth as well as a post partum medicine. However, its topical application on skin has not been reported yet.
Choi, Hyun-kyung +5 more
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Propolis Extracts Inhibit UV-Induced Photodamage in Human Experimental In Vitro Skin Models [PDF]
The aim of this study was to assess the antioxidant, photoprotective, and antiaging effects of Greek propolis. Propolis was subjected to n-heptane or methanol extraction.
Aligiannis, Nektarios +13 more
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Prospective randomized controlled pilot study on the effects of almond consumption on skin lipids and wrinkles. [PDF]
ObjectiveAlmonds are a rich source of fatty acids and antioxidants, and their supplementation is known to significantly modulate serum lipids. The effects of almond on the skin's lipid barrier and the appearance of wrinkles have not yet been elucidated ...
Burney, Waqas A +7 more
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Resistance of Liposomal Sunscreen Formulations against Plain Water as well as Salt Water Exposure and Perspiration [PDF]
The present in vivo investigation using a total of 30 healthy adult volunteers with Fitzpatrick skin type II examines the persistent efficacy of sunscreens using liposomal suspensions as the vehicle.
Korting, Hans Christian, Schöllmann, C.
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Photo-oxidative and soil burial degradation of irrigation tubes based on biodegradable polymer blends [PDF]
Irrigation tubes based on biodegradable polymers were prepared via an extrusion-drawing process by Irritec and compared to conventional pipes made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE).
Ceraulo M. +7 more
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Health Care Evolves From Reactive to Proactive. [PDF]
Decoding health and disease pathways drives healthcare evolution. Historically, therapeutic paradigms have relied on interventions that mitigate symptoms of established diseases.
Terzic, Andre, Waldman, Scott A.
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One of the major sources for children to gain knowledge of skin-protective measures is from their parents. Therefore, an imperative exists for parents to model and reinforce the sun-safety practices they want their children to adopt. Although Australian mothers have been the recipients of two extensive sun-safety public health campaigns, little is ...
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