This results in a stable, dry powder that reconstitutes cleanly when youre ready to use it
The molecule is small enough to cross the epidermal barrier to some degree, but reaching fibroblasts in the mid-to-deep dermis where the structural work happens requires either injection or a delivery mechanism that bypasses the barrier
The epithelial layer remained intact, with no significant changes in goblet cell distribution or mucus production
The upper, outer arm can be difficult to reach on yourself and injecting a large volume of fluid in the arm may cause more discomfort than injections in the thigh or belly
Additionally, new peptides are regularly discovered and synthesized in laboratories, opening doors for advances in health and pharmaceutical development
Type of study: Number of citations: 1 Year: 2025 Authors: Kehan Chen, Hui Yang, Guo Xu, Yunhan Hu, Xue Tian, Song Qin, Tianyue Jiang Journal: RSC medicinal chemistry Journal ranking: Q1 Key takeaways: The Cur-CNEs/Gel, an oligopeptide hydrogel encapsulating curcumin-loaded nanoemulsions, effectively enhances skin penetration and alleviates psoriasis symptoms in mice
