Carrier‐Mediated Dermal Delivery: Applications in the Prevention and Treatment of Skin Disorders

Edited by Andreia Ascenso, Helena Ribeiro, and Sandra Simões, this book explores innovative approaches to skin aging, photocarcinogenesis, and the topical management of skin disorders. It emphasizes the use of advanced formulations, particularly nanocarrier systems, to improve the delivery and efficacy of therapeutic and cosmeceutical agents. Covering strategies such as photodynamic therapy, laser treatments, and melatonin-based approaches, the text highlights their potential for both photoaging prevention and photocarcinogenesis management. The book also addresses a wide range of skin and nail conditions—including acne, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, fungal infections, leishmaniasis, and skin cancer—showing how modern formulations can enhance treatment outcomes.

Key Features

• Advanced Topical Formulations: Discusses conventional emulsions, emulsions stabilized by solid particles, nail films, and nanocarrier systems for improved active delivery.
• Nanocarrier Technologies: Introduces lipid vesicles, deformable vesicles, liquid crystalline nanodispersions, gelatin-based systems, and solid lipid nanoparticles.
• Therapeutic Applications: Explores treatments for various skin and nail disorders, including acne, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, fungal diseases, leishmaniasis, and skin cancer.
• Anti-Aging and Photoprotection: Covers cosmeceuticals, photodynamic therapy, laser interventions, and melatonin incorporation into sunscreen for antioxidative and photoprotective effects.
• Comprehensive Guidance: Details the composition, formulation, characterization, and topical application of each nanocarrier system.
• Bridging Science and Practice: Provides both theoretical understanding and practical insights for researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical scientists. 

Product Details

• Publisher: Pan Stanford; 1 edition (July 26, 2017)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9814745588
• ISBN-13: 978-9814745581