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Novel vitamin and gold-loaded nanofiber facial mask for topical delivery.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  20661676     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
L-ascorbic acid has been widely used in cosmetic and dermatological products because of its ability to scavenge free radicals and destroy oxidizing agents. However, it is chemically unstable and can easily be oxidized. The current cosmetic facial masks available in the market are pre-moistened, which means that the aqueous fluid content of the mask may oxidize some of the unstable active ingredients such as ascorbic acid. This work presents an anti-wrinkle nanofiber face mask containing ascorbic acid, retinoic acid, gold nanoparticles, and collagen. This novel face mask will only be wetted when applied to the skin, thus enhancing product stability. Once moistened, the content of the mask will gradually dissolve and release the active ingredients and ensure maximum skin penetration. The high surface area-to-volume ratio of the nanofiber mask will ensure maximum contact with the skin surface and help to enhance the skin permeation to restore its healthy appearance. Electrospun fiber mats may provide an attractive alternative to the commercial facial cotton masks.
Authors:
Anahita Fathi-Azarbayjani; Lin Qun; Yew Weng Chan; Sui Yung Chan
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Publication Detail:
Type:  In Vitro; Journal Article     Date:  2010-07-27
Journal Detail:
Title:  AAPS PharmSciTech     Volume:  11     ISSN:  1530-9932     ISO Abbreviation:  AAPS PharmSciTech     Publication Date:  2010 Sep 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2010-11-05     Completed Date:  2011-03-07     Revised Date:  2011-08-01    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  100960111     Medline TA:  AAPS PharmSciTech     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  1164-70     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Department of Pharmacy, National University of Singapore, Block S4, level 2, Science Drive 4, 117543, Singapore, Singapore.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Absorption
Administration, Topical
Ascorbic Acid / administration & dosage*,  chemistry*
Dermatologic Agents / administration & dosage,  chemistry
Drug Carriers / chemical synthesis*
Gold / chemistry*
Humans
Masks*
Nanostructures / chemistry*
Skin / chemistry*
Chemical
Reg. No./Substance:
0/Dermatologic Agents; 0/Drug Carriers; 50-81-7/Ascorbic Acid; 7440-57-5/Gold
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