Role of Polyphenols in Dermatological Diseases: Exploring Pharmacotherapeutic Mechanisms and Clinical Implications

    February 2025 in “ Pharmaceuticals ”
    Juan Salazar, Ángel Ortega, José L. Pérez … Maricarmen Chacín
    Studysummary This source reviews the potential of polyphenols as therapeutic and preventive treatments for common skin disorders such as acne, fungal infections, dermatitis, alopecia, and skin cancer, emphasizing their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects and ability to penetrate the skin barrier.
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