NLC-Based Sunscreen Formulations with Optimized Proportion of Encapsulated and Free Filters Exhibit Enhanced UVA and UVB Photoprotection.

The topical use of sunscreens is recommended for avoiding the damaging effects of UV radiation. However, improvements are still needed in the existing products to enhance their photoprotection effectiveness and safety. This involves minimizing the use of chemical UV filters while providing enhanced and prolonged photoprotection.

Solid Lipid-Polymer Hybrid Nanoplatform for Topical Delivery of siRNA: In Vitro Biological Activity and Permeation Studies.

Small interfering RNA (siRNA) molecules have limited transfection efficiency and stability, necessitating the use of delivery systems to be effective in gene knockdown therapies. In this regard, lipid-polymeric nanocarriers have emerged as a promising class of nanoparticles for siRNA delivery, particularly for topical applications. We proposed the use of solid lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles (SLPHNs) as topical delivery systems for siRNA.

TNFα siRNA delivery by nanoparticles and photochemical internalization for psoriasis topical therapy.

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that presents increased expression of tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα), a proinflammatory cytokine. The discovery of RNA interference (RNAi), mediated by short interfering RNA (siRNA), made it possible for the expression of some genes to be eliminated. However, for its application, it is necessary to use carriers that can protect siRNA and release it in the target cells.

Development of nanoparticles from natural lipids for topical delivery of thymol: Investigation of its anti-inflammatory properties.

Wound healing involves the integration of biological and molecular events and, in case of chronic wounds, the use of drugs can be associated to side effects. Therefore, there is a search for alternatives therapeutics that encompass minimal toxicity. The use of natural compounds is an attractive approach for treating inflammatory disorders, wounds and burns.