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Principles and Practice of Photoprotection

By Steven Q. Wang , Henry W. Lim (eds.)

Book information

Publisher
ADIS
Year
2016
ISBN
978-3-319-29381-3, 978-3-319-29382-0
DOI
10.1007/978-3-319-29382-0
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
12 MB (12854132 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
XI, 487\479
Time added
2016-07-20 04:00:00
Dermatology

Description

Written by internationally recognized leaders, and covering all facets of photoprotection, this book summarizes the beneficial roles of photoprotection in skin cancers, photoaging, photodermatoses, autoimmune diseases, and other skin conditions. It provides an update on the current state of UV filters, boosters, photostabilizers and formulation of sunscreen, and showcases the current techniques and regulation in the evaluating of UV filters and sunscreen products. Furthermore, it discusses the role of nanotechnology, antioxidants, DNA repair technology, and oral and systemic agents in photoprotection. Each chapter encapsulates decades of clinical, research or practical experience on topics that will surely be an interest for clinicians, researchers, industry scientists, regulators, and consumers.

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