Tag: Photoprotection

Pharmacologic Interventions in Aging Hair

This 2006 review by Dr. Ralph M. Trüeb addresses the biological and environmental contributors to hair aging, including genetic factors, hormonal changes, oxidative stress, and UV radiation. The article outlines established pharmacologic treatments such as topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, which are effective for androgenetic alopecia and age-related hair thinning.

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The Role of Antioxidants in Skin Cancer Prevention and Treatment

This 2014 review evaluates the role of antioxidants in counteracting oxidative stress caused by ultraviolet radiation (UVR), a key factor in skin carcinogenesis. It explains how UVR leads to the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) that damage DNA, proteins, and lipids, accelerating skin aging and promoting cancer. The body’s

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