Follicular Delivery of Nanocarriers to Improve Skin Disease Treatment

The document discusses the advancements in nanocarrier-assisted drug delivery technologies for treating skin diseases, highlighting the importance of selective follicular targeting. It notes that nanocarriers sized between 300 and 650 nm penetrate deeper into follicles, enhancing treatment efficacy. Novel delivery methods include emulgels, micellar microparticles, and siRNA delivery, with various carriers like polymeric, lipid, and metallic nanoparticles showing promise. Traditional treatments such as Ayurveda, Chinese, and Kampo medicines are also effective. Patented formulations using drugs like Finasteride and Minoxidil are particularly effective for treating alopecia through the follicular pathway.