The use of botanically derived agents for hyperpigmentation: A systematic review - 16/01/14
Abstract |
Background |
Hyperpigmentation disorders are common among those seeking care from dermatologists and primary care physicians. The cosmeceutical and natural product industries are rapidly growing and many botanical agents are purported to improve hyperpigmentation disorders.
Objective |
We sought to review clinical evidence for the use of botanical agents in the treatment of hyperpigmentation.
Methods |
We searched MEDLINE and Embase databases and a total of 26 articles met inclusion criteria. Study methodology was analyzed and the reproducibility of the studies was graded.
Results |
Several botanical agents appear promising as treatment options but few studies were methodologically rigorous. Several plant extract and phytochemicals effectively lighten signs of epidermal melasma and hyperpigmentation induced by ultraviolet radiation exposure. Results were mixed for treatment of solar lentigines or dermal hyperpigmentation.
Limitations |
There were few rigorously designed studies; future research will be critical to further ascertain the discussed results.
Conclusions |
The subtype of hyperpigmentation is important for treatment prognosis, with dermal hyperpigmentation less responsive to treatment. Botanical extracts may play an integrative role in the treatment of hyperpigmentation and further studies that integrate them with standard therapies are needed. Side effects, including worsened hyperpigmentation, need to be discussed when considering these therapies.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key words : botanical, hyperpigmentation, lentigo, melasma, natural, phytochemical, plant
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Funding sources: None. |
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Conflicts of interest: None declared. |
Vol 70 - N° 2
P. 352-365 - février 2014 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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