UVB irradiation promotes the production of reactive oxygen species, which can lead to an increase in oxidative stress cell and generation toxic components, resulting photoaging. Essential oils (EOs) are well-known cosmetics sector for their beneficial effects, as they have a wide range biological activities. Considering this fact, current study investigates photoprotective potential geranium es...

The aim of this study was to produce the ice cream with potential antidiabetic effects by addition of pistachio peel extract (PPE) (0, 10, 20 and 30% on dry matter basis). The properties of produced ice creams such as physicochemical, rheological, antioxidant, antidiabetic and sensory properties were evaluated. The results indicated that ice creams containing 20 and 30% of PPE provided desired ...

Debbie Flynn and Sally Williams examine how moisture and pressure can cause skin to break down, how barrier creams can help the skin to heal and a new barrier system. Nurses have a major role to play in assessing and preventing skin breakdown. It is essential to risk assess all patients to identify those most likely to be vulnerable. Incontinence poses particular risk factors as both urine and ...