• Environmental Analysis Health and Toxicology
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• 제24권3호
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• pp.219-229
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• 2009

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the skin whitening effect of Scirpi rhizama ethanol extract (SREE) in an animal model. For the experiment of the study, three brown guinea pigs weighing about 450 g to 550 g were exposed to ultraviolet-B rays on the backs at 500 $mJ/cm^2$ once a week, three consecutive weeks and the total quantity of light was 1,500 $mJ/cm^2$. The artificial tanning spots were divided into six different groups including normal (N), control (C), vehicle control (VC), positive control (PC), experimental 1 (E1, 1% SREE), experimental 2 (E2, 2% SREE) groups. Then, 30 ${\mu}L$ of SREE was transdermaly applied on the artificial tanning spots twice a day and 5 days a week for 8 weeks. With the result of a gross observation, it was found that the degree of pigmentation became apparently thinner in the group applied with E2, compared to the control or the vehicle control group. The melanin index of E2 group was significant lower than the control or the vehicle control group. In the observation with a light microscope, it was found that the degree of melanin pigmentation and S-100 protein expression considerably decreased in the groups applied with SREE, compared to the control or the vehicle control group. With the numerical analysis of melanin pigmentation and S-100 protein expression by using image-analysis software, it was found that the tendency was coincide with the results of microscopic observation.

• 융합정보논문지
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• 제11권5호
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• pp.206-214
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• 2021

본 연구는 인삼저온숙성비누의 세안효과를 연구하기 위하여 진행하였다. 피부상태에 영향을 줄 수 있는 외부적 환경인자를 배제하기 위하여 동일한 환경에서 동일한 물과 타월을 사용하였으며, 세안 전과 세안 직후 10분의 피부변화를 조사하였다. 대조군으로는 세안제를 사용하지 않고 물세안만 한 경우와 시중에서 일반적으로 사용되고 있는 폼클렌저 타입의 세안제를 사용한 경우를 설정하였다. 물세안, F/C세안, 인삼cp비누 세안의 세 가지 케이스를 비교 분석하였으며 물세안의 경우 모공과 색소침착을 유의성있게 감소시켰으나 F/C세안과 인삼cp비누에 비하여는 유의성이 크지는 않았다. F/C세안의 경우 모공과 색소침착을 유의성이 크게 감소시켰으나 세안 후 급격한 수분감소가 나타났다. 인삼cp비누를 이용한 세안의 경우 모공과 색소침착을 유의성 크게 감소시키면서도 수분의 손실은 크게 나타나지 않았다. 그러므로 인삼cp비누는 피부관리를 함에 있어서 가장 적합한 세안제의 형태라고 사료된다.

• 한국융합학회논문지
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• 제12권8호
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• pp.309-315
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• 2021

소나무 수피에서 추출한 Pycnogenol은 항균활성과 항산화 효과가 뛰어난 성분으로 항염, 혈압조절기능, 면역조절, 암세포 성장억제 등 다양한 의학적 효능과 함께 천연 소염제로 응용되고 있지만 화장품 관련 연구는 미비한 상황이므로 본 연구는 Pycnogenol 성분이 피부에 미치는 효과를 임상학적 접근한 연구이다. Pycnogenol 성분 첨가, 무첨가한 화장품을 각 각 10명의 임상자가 6주간 사용하게 한 후 피부 상태 변화를 살펴보았으며 모공의 감소, 눈가주름의 감소, 처진모공의 개수와 각도의 감소, 색소침착이 감소하는 효과가 있었다. 그러므로 Pycnogenol 성분을 함유한 화장품은 노화피부에서 나타나는 피부 문제를 개선하는 효과가 있다.

• 한국가금학회지
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• 제31권2호
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• pp.73-78
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• 2004

${\beta}$-8-Apo-carotenoic acid ethyl ester (ACA)를 0~300mg/kg을 사료에 첨가하였을 때 산란노계의 피부 및 계육에 미치는 착색효과를 조사하였다. 산란노계에서 황색도($b^*$ )는 모든 부위의 피부에 있어서 ACA를 5~100mg/kg 이상 첨가시 무첨가구보다 유의적으로 높았다(P < 0.05). 날개육, 가슴육 및 다리육에서 유의적 수준의(P < 0.05) 황색도 변화를 일으키기 위해서는 100-200 mg/kg 이상의 ACA 첨가가 필요하며 피부에 비하여 첨가수준이 약간 더 높았다. ACA의 첨가수준에 따른 일령별 난황색의 변화는 급여 1일에서는 무첨가구와 첨가구간에 유의차가(P < 0.05)가 300 mg/kg에서만 보였으나, 2일째부터는 무첨가구에 비하여 모든 첨가구가 유의적으로 높았다(P < 0.05). 1-5주간 급여시 모든 첨가구가 무첨가구보다 첨가수준이나 급여기간에 관계없이 유의적으로 높았다(P < 0.05). 1~5주간 급여시 모든 첨가구가 무첨가구보다 첨가수준이나 급여기간에 관계없이 유의적으로 높았다(P < 0.05).

• Medical Lasers
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.110-118
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• 2020

The non-ablative fractional dual laser is equipped with two types of lasers, 1550 nm and 1927 nm in one device, and was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration in 2013. The advantages of the non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) include fewer side effects such as erythema, edema, post-laser pigmentation, and scab formation. Thus, the NAFL is preferred by both practitioners and consumers because it is convenient and safe for use. The 1550 nm erbium glass and 1927 nm thulium lasers are representative NAFLs that have been developed separately and are often used as a single-wavelength laser with proven clinical efficacy in various indications. The 1550 nm wavelength laser penetrates the dermis layer and the 1927 nm wavelength laser is effective for epidermal lesions. Therefore, targeting the skin layer can be easily achieved with both the 1550 and 1927 nm lasers, respectively, or in combination. Clinically, the 1550 nm laser is effective in the treatment of mild to moderate sagging and wrinkles, scars, and resurfacing. The 1927 nm laser improves skin texture and treats skin pigmentation and wounds. It can also be used for drug delivery. The selection and utilization rate of NAFL has been increasing in recent times, due to changes in lifestyle patterns and the need for beauty treatments with fewer side effects and short downtime. In this study, we present a plan for safe and effective laser therapy through a review of literature. Clinical applications of the multifunctional NAFL are also described.

• 한국양식학회지
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• 제22권1호
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• pp.100-104
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• 2009

본 연구는 사료내 색소원으로 paprika와 동물플랑크톤 혼합첨가가 흰줄납줄개의 carotenoid 축적 및 색택에 미치는 영향을 조사하였다. 대조사료(Con)를 제외한 모든 실험사료에 paprika 분말 5%를 첨가하고, paprika 분말과 동물플랑크톤의 상호작용을 알아보기 위하여 paprika 분말만 첨가한 실험사료(P5), P5사료에 water flea Moina macrocopa 3% 첨가사료(P5M3), Artemia nauplius (Artemia sp.) 3% 첨가사료(P5A3), rotifer Brachionus Plicatilis 3% 첨가사료(P5R3)로 총 5개의 실험사료를 제조한 후, 2반복으로 10주간 사육실험 하였다. 실험종료 후, 모든 실험구간에서 생존율의 차이는 없었으며, 총 carotenoids 함량은 동물플랑크톤이 첨가된 실험 구에서 높은 다소 높은 값을 보였다. 특히, P5A3 실험구에 가장 높은 값을 나타냈다. 흰줄납줄개의 색택은 paprika와 동물플랑크톤 혼합 첨가한 실험구가 대조구 및 P5 실험구에 비해 붉은색이 더 선명하였다. 이상의 결과를 고려할 때, 흰줄납줄개의 배합사료내 paprika와 동물플랑크톤의 혼합첨가는 붉은 색 개전에 도움이 되었고, 특히 Artemia nauplius 또는 rotifer 첨가가 좋을 것으로 판단된다.

• 대한의용생체공학회:의공학회지
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• 제28권2호
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• pp.195-198
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• 2007

In this paper, we introduce a digital cross-polarization and fluorescent color imaging system for quantitative evaluation of skin lesions. We describe the characterization of the imaging systems and the quantitative image analysis methods to show the feasibility for quantitative evaluation of skin lesions. The polarization color image was used to compute erythema and melanin index image which are useful for quantitative evaluation of pigmentation and vascular skin lesions, respectively. The fluorescent color image was used to quantitatively evaluate "sebum" and "vitiligo". In quantitative evaluation of various skin lesions, we confirmed the clinical efficacy of the imaging systems for dermatological applications. Finally, we sure that the imaging systems can be utilized as important assistant tools for the evaluation of skin lesions by providing reproducible quantitative result for widely distributed skin lesions.

• 대한간호학회지
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.221-226
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• 2007

Purpose. Hypertrophic scarring and depression are the principal problems of bum rehabilitation. This study was done to verify the effects of skin rehabilitation massage therapy (SRMT) on pruritus, skin status, and depression for Korean bum survivors. Methods. A pretest - posttest design using a nonequivalent control group was applied to examine the effects of SRMT for 3 months in a group of 18 bum survivors. The major dependent variables - including pruritus, objective and subjective scar status, and depression - were measured at the beginning and at the end of the therapy to examine the effects of SRMT. Results. Bum survivors receiving SRMT showed reduced pruritus, improved skin status, and depression. The remaining scar also showed improvement in skin pigmentation, pliability, vascularity, and height (compared to the surrounding skin) as measured on the Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS). Conclusions. The findings demonstrate that SRMT for bum survivors may improve their scars both objectively and subjectively, and also reduce pruritus and depression.

• Biomolecules & Therapeutics
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• 제31권4호
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• pp.388-394
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• 2023

Nitric oxide (NO) is a signaling molecule that plays a crucial role in numerous cellular physiological processes. In the skin, NO is produced by keratinocytes, fibroblasts, endothelial cells, and immune cells and is involved in skin functions such as vasodilation, pigmentation, hair growth, wound healing, and immune responses. NO modulates both innate and adaptive immune responses. As a signaling molecule and cytotoxic effector, NO influences the function of immune cells and production of cytokines. NO is a key mediator that protects against or contributes to skin inflammation. Moreover, NO has been implicated in skin sensitization, a process underlying contact dermatitis. It modulates the function of dendritic cells and T cells, thereby affecting the immune response to allergens. NO also plays a role in contact dermatitis by inducing inflammation and tissue damage. NO-related chemicals, such as nitrofatty acids and nitric oxide synthase (NOS) inhibitors, have potential therapeutic applications in skin conditions, including allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) and irritant contact dermatitis (ICD). Further research is required to fully elucidate the therapeutic potential of NO-related chemicals and develop personalized treatment strategies for skin conditions.

• Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences
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• 제22권5호
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• pp.727-731
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• 2009

The aim of this study was to understand the effects of skin pigmentation on physiological parameters of thermoregulation and grazing behaviour of dairy goats in a hot and humid climate. The study used 26 crossbred Saanen yearling goats (95% Saanen+5% Local Hair Breed). The animals were raised at semi-intensive private farms in Adana (36 59'N, 35 18'E). Groups were selected 2 d before the start of observations. Goats were categorized as predominantly pigmented (P) skin and unpigmented (UP) skin. All observations and measurements were collected on grassland during the grazing period of June and July 2007 (60 d). Air temperature and relative humidity were recorded at 10 min intervals by a portable data logger. The physiological data (rectal temperature, respiration and pulse rate, and skin temperatures from head and udder) were recorded twice weekly in the morning (07:00-08:00); at midday (13:00-14:00); and in the evening (18:00-19:00). Additionally, the activity of the animals was observed and classified (eating, ruminating, drinking, standing, walking, lying) for 12 h during the day twice weekly, using a portable camera system linked directly to a computer. Panting behaviour was also observed. According to the THI values, the experimental goats were subjected to stressful conditions. The pigmented goats had significantly lower rectal temperatures (39.68 vs. $29.89^{\circ}C$), pulse rate (74.08 vs. 84.10 beat/min) and respiration rate (65.65 vs. 88.23 breath/min.) compared with unpigmented goats at midday when the THI exceeded 92. The rectal, head and udder temperatures, pulse and respiration rates of the non-pigmented group exceeded $40^{\circ}C$, $37^{\circ}C$, $37.5^{\circ}C$, 84 beats/min and 78 breaths/min, respectively. Higher activity was observed among pigmented compared with unpigmented goats. Unpigmented goats grazed (4.3 vs. 5.6 h), ruminated (2.0 vs. 2.4 h), and stood (0.8 vs. 1.2 h) less, but lay down (2.2 vs. 1.8 h) more than pigmented goats. The data obtained in this experiment support the hypothesis that unpigmented goats are more adversely affected by climatic stress, likely due to their decreased activity and increased water consumption, as demonstrated by previous studies.