Chitosan in Aesthetic Practice: A Clinical Narrative Review of Skin, Scar, and Scalp Applications

    May 2026 in “ JPRAS Open ”
    Olena Sydorchuk, Won Seok Choi, Ji Yeoun Shin … Kyu-Ho Yi
    Studysummary In this study, chitosan hydrogels and delivery systems showed promise in supporting skin recovery post-laser procedures, enhancing topical treatments for acne and melasma, and improving hair density in scalp applications, but limited study sizes and formulation variability restrict generalizability.
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