Advances In Polymeric Nano-Delivery Systems Targeting Hair Follicles For The Treatment Of Acne

July 2024 in “ Drug Delivery ”

Yujing Lei, Wanting Jiang, Cheng Peng, Donghai Wu, Jing Wu, Yiling Xu, Hong Yan, Xinhua Xia

polymeric nano-delivery systems hair follicles acne polymer-based nanocarriers transdermal penetration nanodrug-delivery systems

TLDR Polymer-based nanocarriers can improve acne treatment by delivering drugs through hair follicles more effectively.

This paper reviews the use of polymer-based nanocarriers for delivering drugs through hair follicles to treat acne, addressing the limitations of traditional external medications that struggle with skin irritation and poor transdermal penetration. It discusses the factors influencing the effectiveness of hair follicle delivery by these nanocarriers and highlights combination technologies that enhance targeting. The paper also summarizes recent advancements in polymer nanodrug-delivery systems specifically designed to target hair follicles for improved acne treatment.

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