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Evidence for the Use of Topical Antioxidants and Enzymes for Sun Protection

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May 2021
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Various antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, ferulic acid, green/white tea extracts as well as enzymes have been found to exhibit photoprotective effects, which may help prevent photoaging and skin cancer. This activity will explore various studies that provide evidence for the beneficial effects of different antioxidants and enzymes that may be useful adjuncts to standard sun protective measures.

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Various antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, ferulic acid, green/white tea extracts as well as enzymes have been found to exhibit photoprotective effects, which may help prevent photoaging and skin cancer. This activity will explore various studies that provide evidence for the beneficial effects of different antioxidants and enzymes that may be useful adjuncts to standard sun protective measures.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify how different antioxidants and enzymes may be useful adjuncts to standard sun protective measures
  • Describe how antioxidants and enzymes can have photoprotective effects
  • Interpret the evidence of how antioxidants can affect the immune system

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