Protective Effects of Astaxanthin Supplementation against Ultraviolet-Induced Photoaging in Hairless Mice

Protective Effects of Astaxanthin Supplementation against Ultraviolet-Induced Photoaging in Hairless Mice

Ultraviolet (UV) light induces skin photoaging, which is characterized by thickening, wrinkling, pigmentation, and dryness. Astaxanthin (AST), a ketocarotenoid isolated from <i>Haematococcus pluvialis</i>, has been extensively studied owing to its possible effects on skin health as well...

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Main Authors: Xing Li, Tomohiro Matsumoto, Miho Takuwa, Mahmood Saeed Ebrahim Shaiku Ali, Takumi Hirabashi, Hiroyo Kondo, Hidemi Fujino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-01-01
Series:Biomedicines
Subjects:
astaxanthin
antioxidant
skin
ultraviolet
photoaging
capillary
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/8/2/18

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