Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2024, e20230754.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20230754

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Clinical research progress on sunscreens in photodermatoses

Dai Xiaoxi, Hu Yu, Chen Kun   

  1. Department of Physiotherapy, Hospital for Skin Diseases, Institute of Dermatology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Nanjing 210042, China
  • Received:2023-12-20 Revised:2024-05-14 Online:2024-01-29 Published:2024-08-12
  • Contact: Hu Yu; Chen Kun E-mail:huyupumc@126.com; kunchen181@aliyun.com
  • Supported by:
    National Natural Science Foundation of China;National Natural Science Foundation of China;National Natural Science Foundation of China;Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province;CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Science;Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Sun exposure can lead to acute or chronic skin photodamage such as sunburn and photoaging, as well as various photosensitive and photoexacerbated dermatoses. Regular use of sunscreens is a basic prevention method to prevent the occurrence and aggravation of photodermatoses. This review elaborates on the classification, mechanisms of action, and main components of sunscreens, as well as their clinical application in photodermatoses. It summarizes the selection and application of sunscreens in various photodermatoses, in order to provide guidance for clinicians in recommending sunscreens.

Key words: Sunscreening agents, Photosensitivity disorders, Sunburn, Skin aging, Photodermatoses