TLDR Air pollution worsens skin diseases and aging by causing inflammation and oxidative stress.
The document from May 1, 2016, examines the negative impact of airborne particulate matter (PM) on skin diseases, including atopic dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, skin aging, androgenetic alopecia (AGA), and skin cancer. It details how PM causes oxidative stress and inflammation through the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and pro-inflammatory cytokines, which can damage collagen and DNA, leading to various skin conditions and aging. The document specifically notes the role of environmental cigarette smoke in AGA and the association of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) with skin cancer. It suggests that antioxidants and anti-inflammatory drugs may help treat PM-induced skin diseases but does not provide specific data on study populations, which is crucial for evaluating the research's strength.
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