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October 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This article reviews various studies and suggests that melatonin, produced both naturally in the skin and applied topically, may offer significant protection against environmental damage, making it a promising candidate for skincare therapies.
November 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that a skincare product effectively prevented and reduced pollen allergen accumulation in hair follicle models by forming a protective film and exhibiting strong cleansing properties, suggesting its potential to protect skin from environmental elements that can lead to irritation and allergic reactions.
December 2025 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” This study found that Melamax®, originally developed as an eco-friendly hair dye, provides significant protection against ultraviolet-induced oxidative and inflammatory damage in keratinocytes by modulating gene expression and signaling pathways, highlighting its dual potential for cosmetic coloration and skin photoprotection.
January 2026 in “Environmental Science and Pollution Research” In this study, oral administration of wheat sprout extract significantly protected rats against skin damage caused by acrylamide exposure by enhancing antioxidant defenses, reducing oxidative stress, and preserving skin structure, highlighting its potential as a sustainable protective agent against environmental skin toxins.
This study used an ex vivo human skin model to show that tropical conditions disrupt skin homeostasis, resulting in epidermal thickening and junctional flattening, and found that Kombucha tea extract may help preserve skin structure under such stress.
