Comparing skin characteristics and molecular markers of xerotic foot skin between diabetic and non-diabetic subjects: An exploratory study

Xerosis cutis of the feet is one of the most common skin conditions among type 2 diabetics.
Photometry

How are In Vitro Testing Methods Used for Cosmetics?

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With the growing distaste and outright bans of animal testing of cosmetic products, more and more cosmetics companies are turning to in vitro testing. Let’s take a closer look at the nature of in vitro testing and the opportunities it offers for cosmetics brands and manufacturers.
in vitro and ex vivo assays: skin protection and immune defense system

Pollution and epigenetics: Histone H3 modifications in keratinocytes after exposure to urban dust and Benzo(a)pyrene

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In this work, human epidermal keratinocytes were used to study the effects of urban dust and benzo(a)pyrene on the epigenetic pattern of the histone H3 protein. The assay was then used to screen a series of plant extracts in order to find cosmetic actives to protect the skin against air pollution.
Pollution-Induced Skin Damage

Clinical Efficacy of a Novel Two-Part Skincare System on Pollution-Induced Skin Damage

Air pollution continues to be a global health concern and recent studies have shown that air pollutants can cause skin damage and skin aging through several pathways that induce oxidative stress, inflammation, apoptosis, and skin barrier dysfunction.
Skin care complex

A Compensating Skin Care Complex Containing Pro-xylane in Menopausal Women: Results from a Multicentre, Evaluator-blinded, Randomized Study

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In addition to the natural process of skin aging, the skin of women is significantly impacted during and after menopause.