Large Melanosome Complex Is Increased in Keratinocytes of Solar Lentigo
Solar lentigo (SL) is characterized by macular lesions exhibiting epidermal hyperplasia combined with hyperpigmentation along with irregular elongation of epidermal rete ridges. This study was conducted to assess the melanosomes in keratinocytes and the activation state of melanocytes in SL lesions...
Main Author: | Kazuhisa Maeda |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-11-01
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Series: | Cosmetics |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/4/4/49 |
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