scholarly journals Ameliorative Effects of Peptides from the Oyster (Crassostrea hongkongensis) Protein Hydrolysates against UVB-Induced Skin Photodamage in Mice

Marine Drugs ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 288
Author(s):  
Zhilan Peng ◽  
Beibei Chen ◽  
Qinsheng Zheng ◽  
Guoping Zhu ◽  
Wenhong Cao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Topical Application ◽  
Protein Hydrolysates ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Moisture Loss ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Molecular Weight Range ◽  
Uvb Irradiation ◽  
Crassostrea Hongkongensis ◽  
Skin Photoaging

Chronic exposure to ultraviolet B (UVB) irradiation is a major cause for skin photoaging. UVB induces damage to skin mainly by oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen degradation. This paper investigated the photo-protective effects of peptides from oyster (Crassostrea hongkongensis) protein hydrolysates (OPs) by topical application on the skin of UVB-irradiated mice. Results from mass spectrometry showed that OPs consisted of peptides with a molecular weight range of 302.17–2936.43 Da. In vivo study demonstrated that topical application of OPs on the skin significantly alleviated moisture loss, epidermal hyperplasia, as well as degradation of collagen and elastin fibers caused by chronic UVB irradiation. In this study, OPs treatment promoted antioxidant enzymes (SOD and GPH-Px) activities, while decreased malondialdehyde (MDA) level in the skin. In addition, OPs treatment significantly decreased inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, TNF-α) content, and inhibited inflammation related (iNOS, COX-2) protein expression in the skin. Via inhibiting metalloproteinase 1(MMP1) expression, OPs treatment markedly decreased the degradation of collagen and elastin fibers as well as recovered the altered arrangement of extracellular matrix network in the dermis of skin. Our study demonstrated for the first time that OPs protected against UVB induced skin photodamage by virtue of its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as regulating the abnormal expression of MMP-1. The possible molecular mechanism underlying OPs anti-photoaging is possibly related to downregulating of the MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway, while promoting TGF-β production in the skin.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Protective Effect of a Water-In-Oil Microemulsion Incorporating Quercetin Against UVB-Induced Damage in Hairless Mice Skin

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 274 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabiana T. M. C. Vicentini ◽  
Yris M. Fonseca ◽  
Dimitrius L. Pitol ◽  
Mamie M. Iyomasa ◽  
M. Vitória L. B. Bentley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Topical Application ◽  
Biological Effects ◽  
Elastic Fiber ◽  
Skin Irritation ◽  
Inflammatory Cells ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Uvb Radiation ◽  
Hairless Mice ◽  
Uvb Irradiation

Purpose: In the present study, histological aspects were considered in order to evaluate the in vivo photoprotective effect of a w/o microemulsion containing quercetin against UVB irradiation-induced dermal damages. The toxicity in cell culture and the potential skin irritation resulting from topical application of this formulation were also investigated. Methods: Mouse dorsal surfaces were treated topically with 300 mg of the unloaded and quercetin-loaded (0.3%, w/w) microemulsions before and after exposure to UVB (2.87 J/cm2) irradiation. The untreated control groups irradiated and non-irradiated were also evaluated. UVB-induced histopathological changes as well as the photoprotective effect of this formulation were evaluated considering the parameters of infiltration of inflammatory cells, epidermis thickening (basale and spinosum layers) and collagen and elastic fiber contents. The cytotoxicity of the reported formulation was evaluated in L929 mice fibroblasts by MTT assay and the skin irritation was investigated after topical application of both unloaded and quercetin-loaded microemulsions once a day for 15 days. Results: The results demonstrated that the w/o microemulsion containing quercetin reduced the incidence of histological skin alterations, mainly the connective-tissue damage, induced by exposure to UVB irradiation, this allows the suggestion that protective effects of this formulation against UV-induced responses are not secondary to the interference of UV transmission (i.e., blocking the UVB radiation from being absorbed by the skin), as is usually done with UVB absorbers and sunscreens, but is instead due to different biological effects of this flavonoid. Furthermore, by evaluating the cytotoxic effect on L929 cells and histological aspects such as infiltration of inflammatory cells and epidermis thickness of hairless mice, the present study also demonstrated no toxicity of the proposed system. Conclusion: Therefore, based on these mouse models, a detailed characterization of the w/o microemulsion incorporating quercetin effects as a photochemoprotective agent on human skin is thus indicated.

Topical application of solubilized Reseda luteola extract inhibits ultraviolet B-induced inflammation in human volunteers in vivo

Planta Medica ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 75 (09) ◽  
Author(s):  
F Casetti ◽  
W Jung ◽  
U Wölfle ◽  
J Reuter ◽  
K Neumann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Topical Application ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Human Volunteers

scholarly journals Oral Intake of Collagen Peptide Attenuates Ultraviolet B Irradiation-Induced Skin Dehydration In Vivo by Regulating Hyaluronic Acid Synthesis

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (11) ◽  
pp. 3551 ◽  
Author(s):  
Min Kang ◽  
Silvia Yumnam ◽  
Sun Kim
Keyword(s):  
Hyaluronic Acid ◽  
Oral Administration ◽  
Protein Expression ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Skin Hydration ◽  
Skin Barrier Function ◽  
Hairless Mice ◽  
Uvb Irradiation ◽  
Collagen Peptide

Collagen peptide (CP) has beneficial effects on functions of the skin, such as skin barrier function and skin elasticity, in vivo. However, there are few studies investigating the mechanism underlying the potential effects of CP in skin epidermal moisturization after ultraviolet B (UVB) irradiation. In this study, we examined whether orally-administered CP affects the loss of skin hydration induced by UVB irradiation in hairless mice. SKH-1 hairless mice were orally administered CP at two doses (500 and 1000 mg/kg) for nine weeks, and the dorsal skin was exposed to UVB. The potential effects of CP were evaluated by measuring the transepidermal water loss (TEWL), skin hydration, wrinkle formation, and hyaluronic acid expression in the dorsal mice skin. We found that oral administration of CP increased skin hydration and decreased wrinkle formation compared to the UVB-irradiated group. Treatment of CP increased the mRNA and protein expression of hyaluronic acid synthases (HAS-1 and -2) concomitant with an increased hyaluronic acid production in skin tissue. The expression of hyaluronidase (HYAL-1 and 2) mRNA was downregulated in the CP-treated group. In addition, the protein expression of skin-hydrating factors, filaggrin and involucrin, was upregulated via oral administration of CP. In summary, these results show that oral administration of CP increases hyaluronic acid levels, which decreases during UVB photoaging. Therefore, we suggest that CP can be used as a nutricosmetic ingredient with potential effects on UVB-induced skin dehydration and moisture loss in addition to wrinkle formation.

Protective effects of antioxidin-RL from Odorrana livida against ultraviolet B-irradiated skin photoaging

Peptides ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 101 ◽  
pp. 124-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Di Qin ◽  
Wen-Hui Lee ◽  
Zhiqin Gao ◽  
Weifen Zhang ◽  
Meiyu Peng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Skin Photoaging

Topical application of solubilized Reseda luteola extract reduces ultraviolet B-induced inflammation in vivo

2009 ◽  
Vol 96 (3) ◽  
pp. 260-265 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Casetti ◽  
W. Jung ◽  
U. Wölfle ◽  
J. Reuter ◽  
K. Neumann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Topical Application ◽  
Ultraviolet B

scholarly journals Protective Effects of Soy Oligopeptides in Ultraviolet B-Induced Acute Photodamage of Human Skin

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bing-rong Zhou ◽  
Li-wen Ma ◽  
Juan Liu ◽  
Jia-an Zhang ◽  
Yang Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Protein Expression ◽  
Human Skin ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
P53 Protein ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase ◽  
Apoptotic Cells ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Bax Protein

Aim. We explored the effects of soy oligopeptides (SOP) in ultraviolet B- (UVB-) induced acute photodamage of human skin in vivo and foreskin ex vivo. Methods. We irradiated the forearm with 1.5 minimal erythemal dose (MED) of UVB for 3 consecutive days, establishing acute photodamage of skin, and topically applied SOP. Erythema index (EI), melanin index, stratum corneum hydration, and transepidermal water loss were measured by using Multiprobe Adapter 9 device. We irradiated foreskin ex vivo with the same dose of UVB (180 mJ/cm2) for 3 consecutive days and topically applied SOP. Sunburn cells were detected by using hematoxylin and eosin staining. Apoptotic cells were detected by using terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling assay. Cyclobutane pyrimidine dimers (CPDs), p53 protein, Bax protein, and Bcl-2 protein were detected by using immunohistochemical staining. Results. Compared with UVB group, UVB-irradiated skin with topically applied SOP showed significantly decreased EI. Compared with UVB group, topical SOP significantly increased Bcl-2 protein expression and decreased CPDs-positive cells, sunburn cells, apoptotic cells, p53 protein expression, and Bax protein expressions in the epidermis of UVB-irradiated foreskin. Conclusion. Our study demonstrated that topical SOP can protect human skin against UVB-induced photodamage.

scholarly journals Prunus persica plant endogenous peptides PpPep1 and PpPep2 cause PTI-like transcriptome reprogramming in peach and enhance resistance to Xanthomonas arboricola pv. pruni

BMC Genomics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Foix ◽  
Anna Nadal ◽  
Maja Zagorščak ◽  
Živa Ramšak ◽  
Anna Esteve-Codina ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Topical Application ◽  
Prunus Persica ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Background Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Network ◽  
Plant Responses ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Transcriptomic Response ◽  
Xanthomonas Arboricola

Abstract Background Rosaceae species are economically highly relevant crops. Their cultivation systems are constrained by phytopathogens causing severe losses. Plants respond to invading pathogens through signaling mechanisms, a component of which are of them being plant elicitor peptides (Peps). Exogenous application of Peps activates defense mechanisms and reduces the symptoms of pathogen infection in various pathosystems. We have previously identified the Rosaceae Peps and showed, in an ex vivo system, that their topical application efficiently enhanced resistance to the bacterial pathogen Xanthomonas arboricola pv. pruni (Xap). Results Here we demonstrate the effectiveness of Prunus persica peptides PpPep1 and PpPep2 in protecting peach plants in vivo at nanomolar doses, with 40% reduction of the symptoms following Xap massive infection. We used deep sequencing to characterize the transcriptomic response of peach plants to preventive treatment with PpPep1 and PpPep2. The two peptides induced highly similar massive transcriptomic reprogramming in the plant. One hour, 1 day and 2 days after peptide application there were changes in expression in up to 8% of peach genes. We visualized the transcriptomics dynamics in a background knowledge network and detected the minor variations between plant responses to PpPep1 and PpPep2, which might explain their slightly different protective effects. By designing a P. persica Pep background knowledge network, comparison of our data and previously published immune response datasets was possible. Conclusions Topical application of P. persica Peps mimics the PTI natural response and protects plants against massive Xap infection. This makes them good candidates for deployment of natural, targeted and environmental-friendly strategies to enhance resistance in Prunus species and prevent important biotic diseases.

scholarly journals Standardized Edible Bird's Nest Extract Prevents UVB Irradiation-Mediated Oxidative Stress and Photoaging in the Skin

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 1452
Author(s):  
Ok-Kyung Kim ◽  
Dakyung Kim ◽  
Minhee Lee ◽  
Seong-Hoo Park ◽  
Wakana Yamada ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Type I ◽  
Ceramide Synthase ◽  
Hairless Mice ◽  
In Vivo Models ◽  
Uvb Irradiation ◽  
Edible Bird’S Nest

We investigated whether standardized edible bird’s nest extract (BNE-PK) can prevent ultraviolet B (UVB) irradiation-mediated oxidative stress and photoaging in the skin using in vitro and in vivo models. BNE-PK increased skin hydration by hyaluronic acid synthesis and activation of ceramide synthase in UVB-irradiated hairless mice and HaCaT cells. Furthermore, BNE-PK suppressed melanogenesis by down-regulation of the cAMP/PKA/CREB/MITF/TRP-1/TRP-2/tyrosinase pathway in UVB-irradiated hairless mice and 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine (IBMX)-treated B16F10 cells. In UVB-irradiated hairless mice, BNE-PK attenuated the wrinkle formation-related JNK/c-FOS/c-Jun/MMP pathway and activated the TGF-βRI/SMAD3/pro-collagen type I pathway during UVB-mediated oxidative stress. Based on these findings, our data suggest that BNE-PK may potentially be used for the development of effective natural anti-photoaging functional foods for skin health.

scholarly journals Weak UVB Irradiation Promotes Macrophage M2 Polarization and Stabilizes Atherosclerosis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xin-Yun Li ◽  
Tao Qin ◽  
Peng-Fei Zhang ◽  
Wen-jiang Yan ◽  
Ling-Li Lei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nitric Oxide ◽  
Macrophage Polarization ◽  
Atherosclerotic Lesion ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
M2 Macrophage ◽  
Uvb Irradiation ◽  
Plaque Stability ◽  
M1 Macrophage

AbstractAtherosclerosis (AS) is a chronic cardiovascular disease endangering human health and is one of the most common causes of myocardial infarction and stroke. Macrophage polarization plays a vital role in regulating plaque stability. As an important component of sunlight, ultraviolet B (UVB) has been proven to promote vitamin D and nitric oxide synthesis. This research used an AS model in ApoE−/− mice to study the effects of UVB on macrophage polarization and atherosclerotic plaque stability. In vitro, UVB irradiation increased arginase-I (Arg-I, M2 macrophage) and macrophage mannose receptor (CD206) expression, while the expression of inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) (M1 macrophage) and CD86 was decreased. UVB promoted Akt phosphorylation in vitro. In vivo, UVB irradiation promoted the stabilization of atherosclerotic lesion plaques, while the phenotype of M2 macrophages increased. Our research provides new evidence for UVB in preventing and treating atherosclerosis.

scholarly journals Protective effects of Oxya chinensis sinuosa Mishchenko against ultraviolet B-induced photodamage in hairless mice

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
A-Rang Im ◽  
InWha Park ◽  
Kon-Young Ji ◽  
Joo Young Lee ◽  
Ki Mo Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Inflammatory Cytokine ◽  
Vehicle Control ◽  
Cytokine Expression ◽  
Ultraviolet B ◽  
Skin Hydration ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Epidermal Thickness ◽  
Vehicle Control Group ◽  
Uvb Irradiation

Abstract Background Edible insects, including Oxya chinensis sinuosa Mishchenko (Oc), which is consumed as food in Asia, are considered as a human food shortage alternative, and also as a preventive measure against environmental destruction. Ultraviolet B (UVB) irradiation, which causes skin photodamage, is considered as an extrinsic skin aging factor. It reduces skin hydration, and increases wrinkle formation and reactive oxygen species (ROS) and inflammatory cytokine expression. Thus, the objective of this study was to investigate the anti-aging effects of an ethanol extract of Oc (Oc.Ex). Methods A UVB-irradiated hairless mouse model was used to examine relevant changes in skin hydration, wrinkle formation, and skin epidermal thickness. Also, antioxidant markers such as superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) were analyzed, and Oc. Ex skin protective effects against UVB irradiation-induced photoaging were examined by determining the levels of skin hydration factors. Results Oc.Ex improved epidermal barrier dysfunctions such as increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and capacitance reduction in UVB-irradiated mice. It upregulated skin hydration-related markers, including hyaluronic acid (HA), transforming growth factor (TGF)-β, and pro-collagen, in UVB-irradiated mice, compared with the vehicle control group. It also reduced UVB-induced wrinkle formation, collagen degradation, and epidermal thickness. Additionally, it remarkably suppressed the increased expression of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), and restored the activity of SOD and CAT in UVB-irradiated mice, compared with the vehicle control group. Furthermore, Oc. Ex treatment downregulated the production of inflammatory cytokines and phosphorylation of the mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs) signaling pathway activated by UVB irradiation. Conclusion This study revealed that Oc. Ex reduced skin thickness and the degradation of collagen fibers by increasing hydration markers and collagen-regulating factors in the skin of UVB-irradiated mice. It also inhibited UVB-induced antioxidant enzyme activity and inflammatory cytokine expression via MAPK signaling downregulation, suggesting that it prevents UVB-induced skin damage and photoaging, and has potential for clinical development in skin disease treatment.

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