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Pharmacologic Induction of Epidermal Melanin and Protection Against Sunburn in a Humanized Mouse Model
Published on: September 7, 2013
Sun Protection: Current Management Strategies Addressing UV Exposure
Leslie E Cohen1, Robert T Grant1
1Division of Plastic Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, 525 East 68th Street, New York, NY 10065, USA.
Abstract:
The use of sunscreen is essential for protection against photoaging and skin cancer. There is no global consensus on rating systems for sunscreens but it is essential to understand what makes a product broad-spectrum. In addition, physicians should have a general understanding that high-quality successful sunscreens should not only provide broad-spectrum ultraviolet A/B protection but should also be formulated so that they are easy to apply, are water resistant, and are photostable in order to increase user compliance.
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