A natural compound called zerumbone, when applied to skin cells in a lab, helps them survive better after being exposed to UVA light—especially at higher doses.

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Zerumbone Exhibits Antiphotoaging and Dermatoprotective Properties in Ultraviolet A-Irradiated Human Skin Fibroblast Cells via the Activation of Nrf2/ARE Defensive Pathway

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The study found that a natural compound called zerumbone helps protect skin cells from sun damage, and the more you use (up to 8 μM), the better it works.

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Zerumbone Exhibits Antiphotoaging and Dermatoprotective Properties in Ultraviolet A-Irradiated Human Skin Fibroblast Cells via the Activation of Nrf2/ARE Defensive Pathway

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DOI: 10.1155/2019/4098674

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