Topical stabilized retinol treatment induces the expression of HAS genes and HA production in human skin in vitro and in vivo

2017 ◽  
Vol 309 (4) ◽  
pp. 275-283 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wen-Hwa Li ◽  
Heng-Kuan Wong ◽  
José Serrano ◽  
Manpreet Randhawa ◽  
Simarna Kaur ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Human Skin

Human Skin Binding and Absorption of Contaminants from Ground and Surface Water During Swimming and Bathing

1989 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 853-859 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ronald C. Wester ◽  
Howard I. Maibach
Keyword(s):  
Surface Water ◽  
Stratum Corneum ◽  
Human Skin ◽  
The Body ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Exposure Effect ◽  
Human Stratum Corneum ◽  
Water Dilution

Contaminants exist in ground and surface water. Human skin has the capacity to bind and then absorb these contaminants into the body during swimming and bathing. Powdered human stratum corneum will bind both lipid-soluble (alachlor, polychlorinated biphenyls [PCBs], benzene) and water-soluble (nitroaniline) chemicals. In vitro (human skin) and in vivo (Rhesus monkey) studies show that these chemicals readily distribute into skin, and then some of the chemical is absorbed into the body. Linearity in binding and absorption exists for nitroaniline over a 10-fold concentration range. Multiple exposure to benzene is at least cumulative. Binding and absorption can be significant for exposures as short as 30 min, and will increase with time. Absorption with water dilution increased for alachlor, but not for dinoseb. Soap reversed the partitioning of alachlor between human stratum corneum and water. The PCBs could be removed from skin by soap and water (70% efficiency) for up to 3 h and then decontamination potential decreased, due to continuing skin absorption. The model in vitro and in vivo systems used should permit easy estimation of this area of extensive human exposure effect on risk assessment.

Anticancer effects of cantharidin in A431 human skin cancer (Epidermoid carcinoma) cells in vitro and in vivo

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 723-738 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chi-Chuan Li ◽  
Fu-Shun Yu ◽  
Ming-Jen Fan ◽  
Ya-Yin Chen ◽  
Jin-Cherng Lien ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Human Skin ◽  
Carcinoma Cells ◽  
Epidermoid Carcinoma ◽  
Anticancer Effects

scholarly journals The release of prostaglandin D2 from human skin in vivo and in vitro during immediate allergic reactions

1988 ◽  
Vol 94 (3) ◽  
pp. 773-780 ◽  
Author(s):  
R.M. Barr ◽  
O. Koro ◽  
D.M. Francis ◽  
A. Kobza Black ◽  
T. Numata ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Human Skin ◽  
Prostaglandin D2 ◽  
Allergic Reactions

scholarly journals Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Gel for the Dermal Application of Lidocaine: Comparison of Skin Penetration Testing Methods

Pharmaceutics ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stella Zsikó ◽  
Kendra Cutcher ◽  
Anita Kovács ◽  
Mária Budai-Szűcs ◽  
Attila Gácsi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Human Skin ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Study Drug ◽  
Skin Penetration ◽  
Human Epidermis ◽  
Nanostructured Lipid Carrier ◽  
Experimental Findings

The aim of this research was to investigate the stability of a lidocaine-loaded nanostructured lipid carrier dispersion at different temperatures, formulate a nanostructured lipid carrier gel, and test the penetration profile of lidocaine from the nanostructured lipid carrier gel using different skin penetration modeling methods. The formulations were characterized by laser diffraction, rheological measurements and microscopic examinations. Various in vitro methods were used to study drug release, diffusion and penetration. Two types of vertical Franz diffusion cells with three different membranes, including cellulose, Strat-M®, and heat separated human epidermis were used and compared to the Skin-parallel artificial membrane permeability assay (PAMPA) method. Results indicated that the nanostructured lipid carrier dispersion had to be gelified as soon as possible for proper stability. Both the Skin-PAMPA model and Strat-M® membranes correlated favorably with heat separated human epidermis in this research, with the Strat-M® membranes sharing the most similar drug permeability profile to an ex vivo human skin model. Our experimental findings suggest that even when the best available in vitro experiment is selected for modeling human skin penetration to study nanostructured lipid carrier gel systems, relevant in vitro/in vivo correlation should be made to calculate the drug release/permeation in vivo. Future investigations in this field are still needed to demonstrate the influence of membranes and equipment from other classes on other drug candidates.

scholarly journals An Update on the Role of Dietary Phytochemicals in Human Skin Cancer: New Insights into Molecular Mechanisms

Antioxidants ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 916 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salman Ul Islam ◽  
Muhammad Bilal Ahmed ◽  
Haseeb Ahsan ◽  
Mazharul Islam ◽  
Adeeb Shehzad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Human Skin ◽  
Cancer Progression ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
In Vivo Studies ◽  
Skin Malignancy ◽  
Dietary Phytochemicals

Human skin is continuously subjected to environmental stresses, as well as extrinsic and intrinsic noxious agents. Although skin adopts various molecular mechanisms to maintain homeostasis, excessive and repeated stresses can overwhelm these systems, leading to serious cutaneous damage, including both melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. Phytochemicals present in the diet possess the desirable effects of protecting the skin from damaging free radicals as well as other benefits. Dietary phytochemicals appear to be effective in preventing skin cancer and are inexpensive, widely available, and well tolerated. Multiple in vitro and in vivo studies have demonstrated the significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-angiogenic characteristics of dietary phytochemicals against skin malignancy. Moreover, dietary phytochemicals affect multiple important cellular processes including cell cycle, angiogenesis, and metastasis to control skin cancer progression. Herein, we discuss the advantages of key dietary phytochemicals in whole fruits and vegetables, their bioavailability, and underlying molecular mechanisms for preventing skin cancer. Current challenges and future prospects for research are also reviewed. To date, most of the chemoprevention investigations have been conducted preclinically, and additional clinical trials are required to conform and validate the preclinical results in humans.

scholarly journals Root extractive from Daphne genkwa benefits in wound healing of anal fistula through up-regulation of collagen genes in human skin fibroblasts

2017 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dong Yang ◽  
Jun-hua Xu ◽  
Ren-jie Shi
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Human Skin ◽  
Anal Fistula ◽  
Healing Time ◽  
Skin Fibroblasts ◽  
Human Skin Fibroblasts ◽  
Protein Levels ◽  
Daphne Genkwa

Wound healing is the main problem in the therapy of anal fistula (AF). Daphne genkwa root has been traditionally used as an agent to soak sutures in operation of AF patients, but its function in wound healing remains largely unclear. The aim of the present study was to illuminate mechanisms of D. genkwa root treatment on AF. In the present study, 60 AF patients after surgery were randomly divided into two groups, external applied with or without the D. genkwa extractive. Wound healing times were compared and granulation tissues were collected. In vitro, we constructed damaged human skin fibroblasts (HSFs) with the treatment of TNF-α (10 μg/ml). Cell Count Kit-8 (CCK-8) and flow cytometry analysis were used to determine the effects of D. genkwa root extractive on cell viability, cell cycle and apoptosis of damaged HSFs. Furthermore, protein levels of TGF-β, COL1A1, COL3A1, Timp-1, matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-3 (MMP-3) and MEK/ERK signalling pathways were investigated both in vivo and in vitro. Results showed that D. genkwa root extractive greatly shortens the wound healing time in AF patients. In granulation tissues and HSFs, treatment with the extractive significantly elevated the expressions of COL1A1, COL3A1, Timp-1, c-fos and Cyclin D1, while reduced the expression of MMP-3. Further detection presented that MEK/ERK signalling was activated after the stimulation of extractive in HSFs. Our study demonstrated that extractive from D. genkwa root could effectively improve wound healing in patients with AF via the up-regulation of fibroblast proliferation and expressions of COL1A1 and COL3A1.

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