India
Review Article
Melanogenesis: Key Role of Bioactive Compounds in the Treatment of Hyperpigmentory Disorders
Author(s): Sharique A Ali, Ram K Choudhary, Ishrat Naaz and Ayesha S AliSharique A Ali, Ram K Choudhary, Ishrat Naaz and Ayesha S Ali
Skin pigmentation is an important human phenotypic trait that gives special aesthetic hue to individuals and also protective covering against solar ultra violet radiations, but excessive pigment production and uneven distribution, appear as serious undesirable hyperpigmentory anomalies. To overcome this, various therapeutic agents and skin-lightening cosmetics are in big demand across Asia, and the quest for fairness has led to identification of many new ingredients. The mechanisms underlying pigmentation has been researched extensively and the knowledge are being updated regularly. To understand the etiology of normal and uneven skin pigmentation, first part of the review serves us basic updated information regarding the normal process of melanogenesis and strict coherent attributes that monitor the skin pigmentation control machinery. While the later part of the review focuses on so.. Read More»
DOI:
10.4172/2376-0427.1000223
Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Diseases received 4 citations as per Google Scholar report