Iontophoresis in dermal delivery: A review of applications in dermato-cosmetic and aesthetic sciences.

Autor: Liatsopoulou A; Laboratory of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Cosmetic Science, Division of Aesthetics and Cosmetic Science, Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health and Caring Sciences, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece., Varvaresou A; Laboratory of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Cosmetic Science, Division of Aesthetics and Cosmetic Science, Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health and Caring Sciences, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece., Mellou F; Laboratory of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Cosmetic Science, Division of Aesthetics and Cosmetic Science, Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health and Caring Sciences, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece., Protopapa E; Laboratory of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Cosmetic Science, Division of Aesthetics and Cosmetic Science, Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health and Caring Sciences, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece.
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: International journal of cosmetic science [Int J Cosmet Sci] 2023 Apr; Vol. 45 (2), pp. 117-132. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Mar 16.
DOI: 10.1111/ics.12824
Abstrakt: Objective: Iontophoresis is defined as the use of electric current to drive molecules across cell membranes through an electrolyte solution. In therapeutic context, it is used to facilitate the administration of bioactive substances, either systemically or locally. The technique presents various advantages and that is why it has been successfully used by a plethora of medical sciences. The constantly developing field of dermato-cosmetic science has also taken advantage of the possibilities offered by iontophoresis, aiming to enhance the delivery of the applied active ingredients and, thus, induce the desired cosmetic effects.
Methods: The available literature was examined for evidence-based reports of safe and successful iontophoresis of pharmaceutical and cosmetic substances, in order to explore different iontophoretic applications in the field of dermato-cosmetic and dermato-aesthetic sciences.
Conclusion: Iontophoresis can be safely and successfully used in the treatment of ageing, photoageing, hyperpigmentation, oxidative stress, hair loss, hair removal, acne, acne sequelae and cellulite, providing many possibilities for enhanced treatment results.
(© 2023 The Authors. International Journal of Cosmetic Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Cosmetic Scientists and Societe Francaise de Cosmetologie.)
Databáze: MEDLINE
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