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Watermelon Survival Strategies for Skin DNA Protection.

Authors :
Huber, Cornelia
Schreier, Thomas
Source :
Cosmetics & Toiletries; Apr2007, Vol. 122 Issue 4, p57-64, 6p, 4 Color Photographs, 2 Diagrams
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Plants living under extreme conditions have developed a strategy to protect their DNA and other important cell structures from environmental stress factors. In particular, watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) has adapted well to extreme conditions. Its survival strategy can be used in the field of skin care, as shown by several tests, including a direct DNA protection assay, the comet assay, and 8-oxo-guanine and p53 detection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03614387
Volume :
122
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Cosmetics & Toiletries
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
24467319