Recent progress in unraveling the biosynthesis of natural sunscreens mycosporine-like amino acids.

ABSTRACT: Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays is a known risk factor for skin cancer, which can be notably mitigated through the application of sun care products. However, escalating concerns regarding the adverse health and environmental impacts of synthetic anti-UV chemicals underscore a pressing need for the development of biodegradable and eco-friendly sunscreen ingredients. Mycosporine-like amino acids (MAAs) represent a family of water-soluble anti-UV natural products synthesized by various organisms. These compounds can provide a two-pronged strategy for sun protection as they not only exhibit a superior UV absorption profile but also possess the potential to alleviate UV-induced oxidative stresses. Nevertheless, the widespread incorporation of MAAs in sun protection products is hindered by sup

SUBMITTER: Chen M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10666671 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature