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Current Trends in Photoprotection - A New Generation of Oral Photoprotectors
Salvador Gonzalez, *
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Yolanda Gilaberte3
Neena Philips4
Angeles Juarranz5
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, 1 , 2
Yolanda Gilaberte3
Neena Philips4
Angeles Juarranz5
Authors Info & Affiliations
Abstract
This review provides an overview of important concepts and trends in photoprotection. From the use of protective clothing to latest-generation oral photoprotectives, this article covers these topics from two points of view: 1) the physical blockade (absorption and/or reflection) of UV photons by topical sunscreens; 2) topical compounds with antioxidant properties that thereby protect of the consequences of UV-mediated photooxidation. The last section is devoted to the development of strong antioxidant oral compounds and discusses their possibilities as adjuvants in skin protection and repair and regeneration.
Keywords: Photoprotection, sunscreens, oral antioxidants, dietary photoprotectants.
