Inhibitory Effect and Mechanism of Scutellarein on Melanogenesis

Fairer skin is preferred in many Asian countries and there is a high demand for skin whitening and lightening products. However, in recent years, problems related to the safety of using whitening agents have emerged. This study demonstrates that plant-derived scutellarein effectively inhibits melano...

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Main Authors: Liyun Dai, Lihao Gu, Kazuhisa Maeda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:Cosmetics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/8/1/15