Comparison of Two Encapsulated Curcumin Systems in Different Formulations for In Vitro Skin Penetration

    January 2012 in “ Skin Research and Technology ”
    Natthakitta Suwannateep, Supason Wanichwecharungruang, Joachim W. Fluhr … Martina C. Meinke
    Studysummary In this study, curcumin was successfully encapsulated in ethyl cellulose and its blend with methyl cellulose, enhancing its skin penetration efficacy through o/w and w/o lotions compared to water suspensions.
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