Nanocarriers for Delivery of Antioxidants on the Skin

Skin is protected from the harmful effects of free radicals by the presence of an endogenous antioxidant system. However, when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, there is an imbalance between pro-oxidants and antioxidants, leading to oxidative stress and photoaging of the skin. It has been descr...

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Main Authors: María Pilar Vinardell, Montserrat Mitjans
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-10-01
Series:Cosmetics
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/2/4/342