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Research Reveals New Stratum Corneum Structure
Posted: May 29, 2012
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According to the article, it is foreseeable that this knowledge of the lipid organization will now enable in silico screening to identify molecules for enhancing skin penetration for drug delivery and to find “tightening” or “repair” molecules for the stratum corneum lipid matrix. This of course bodes well for anti-aging, delivery and skin repair topical products. Further, it may constitute a reference for engineering artificial skin for the treatment of wounds and burn injuries.
