Glycerol is a trihydroxy alcohol that has been included for many years in topical
dermatological preparations. In addition, endogenous glycerol plays a role in skin hydration …

This paper reviews some current methods for the in vivo assessment of local cutaneous
bioavailability in humans after topical drug application. After an introduction discussing the …

Written by experienced and internationally renowned contributors, this is the fourth edition of
what has become the standard reference for cosmetic scientists and dermatologists seeking …

Background Moisturizers are the most commonly used topically applied product for the
treatment of dry skin conditions. They affect many properties and functions of the stratum …

Skin as an organ of protection covers the body and accomplishes multiple defensive
functions. The intact skin represents a barrier to the uncontrolled loss of water, proteins, and …

In the field of skin research, confocal Raman microscopy is an upcoming analytical
technique. Substantial technical progress in design and performance of the individual setup …

Cutaneous irritation presents a major health problem with serious social and occupational
impact. The interaction between an irritant and the human skin depends on multiple factors …

Skin hydration is a complex process that influences the physical and mechanical properties
of skin. Various technologies have emerged over the years to assess this parameter, with …

It is now widely accepted that vehicle and formulation components influence the rate and
extent of passive chemical absorption through skin. Significant progress, over the last …

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