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Carotenoids and Dermoaesthetic Benefits: Public Health Implications

Version 1 : Received: 22 July 2023 / Approved: 24 July 2023 / Online: 24 July 2023 (08:49:27 CEST)

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Biskanaki, F.; Kalofiri, P.; Tertipi, N.; Sfyri, E.; Andreou, E.; Kefala, V.; Rallis, E. Carotenoids and Dermoaesthetic Benefits: Public Health Implications. Cosmetics 2023, 10, 120. Biskanaki, F.; Kalofiri, P.; Tertipi, N.; Sfyri, E.; Andreou, E.; Kefala, V.; Rallis, E. Carotenoids and Dermoaesthetic Benefits: Public Health Implications. Cosmetics 2023, 10, 120.

Abstract

This review emphasizes the significance of dietary carotenoids in promoting skin health and appearance. The applications of carotenoids in health-promoting and nutrient products and their potential health effects are discussed. Food technology, health, nutrition, dermatology, and dermoaesthetics have recently focused on colorless carotenoids, particularly phytoene, and phytofluene, which have the unique ability to absorb UV radiation. These carotenoids, being significant components of the human diet, are readily bioavailable and have demonstrated various health-promoting actions in re-cent studies. Their distinct structures and properties, such as light absorption, oxidation sensitivity, stiffness, aggregation tendency, and even fluorescence in the case of phytof-luene, contribute to their potential benefits. Furthermore, it is recommended to assess the levels of these carotenoids to evaluate skin carotenoid status accurately.

Keywords

colorless; carotenoids; cosmetics; skin carotenoids; UV radiation; public health

Subject

Public Health and Healthcare, Public Health and Health Services

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