Zinc and skin health: overview of physiology and pharmacology
review Grade B 2005
Authors: Schwartz, J.R.
Journal: Dermatologic Surgery
Key Findings
- Reviews zinc's roles in skin biology: cell division, immune function, wound healing
- Zinc has antimicrobial properties relevant for acne and skin infections
- Zinc deficiency impairs wound healing and immune response
Review of zinc in skin physiology and pharmacology. Establishes zinc’s essential roles in cell division, immune function, collagen synthesis, and wound healing. Referenced to support claims about zinc content in peat contributing to therapeutic effects in dermatological applications.
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