Biomimetic Stratum Corneum Liposome Models: Lamellar Organization and Permeability Studies

The stratum corneum (SC), the outer layer of the skin, plays a crucial role as a barrier protecting the underlying cells from external stress. The SC comprises three key components: ceramide (CER), free fatty acid (FFA), and cholesterol, along with small fractions of cholesterol sulfate and choleste...

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Main Authors: Susmita Roy, James C. S. Ho, Douglas L. C. Teo, Shikhar Gupta, Madhavan Nallani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Membranes
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/13/2/135