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Increase in minimal erythemal dose following oral administration of an antioxidant complex based on a mix of carotenoids: Double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Authors :
Carrascosa, Jose‐Manuel
Floriach, Nuria
Sala, Elisabet
Aguilera, Jose
Source :
Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine. Sep2017, Vol. 33 Issue 5, p284-286. 3p.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

The article discusses a study related to increase in minimal erythemal dose following oral administration of an antioxidant complex based on a mix of carotenoids. It mentions use of naturally occurring substances with antioxidant and photoprotective effects to complement solar filters in strategies designed to minimize the adverse effects of ultraviolet radiation (UVR). It also mentions use of carotenes and xanthophylls as an adjuvant treatment in photosensitivity conditions.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09054383
Volume :
33
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
125201506
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/phpp.12315