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Review
. 2010 Aug;145(4):515-23.

Photoprotection: update in UV-filter molecules, the "new wave" of sunscreens

S Gonzalez  1 , N Philips, Y Gilaberte
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  • PMID: 20823794
Review

Photoprotection: update in UV-filter molecules, the "new wave" of sunscreens

S Gonzalez et al. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2010 Aug.

Abstract

In this review, we provide a wide, non-comprehensive overview of the latest trends in protection against the deleterious effects of the sun. The review is divided into physical blockade of UV photons, UV photon absorption and/or reflection provided by topical sunscreens and topical antioxidant compounds. The last section is devoted to the newest generation of dietary photoprotective compounds. Possible mechanisms, particularly antioxidant, are discussed.

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