It’s sunburn season. Many of us have experienced the pain and peeling from unprotected sun exposure. Still, we may not focus on a remarkable and vital part of the process: skin regeneration as the damaged tissue is replaced with new. Even without sunburn, the outer layer of skin, the epidermis, is constantly turning over to replace...
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Getting under your skin: Molecular research builds new understanding of skin regeneration
by Northwestern University Credit: CC0 Public Domain As the air continues to dry and temperatures drop, the yearly battle against dry hands and skin has officially begun. New research from Northwestern University has found new evidence deep within the skin about the mechanisms controlling skin repair and renewal. Skin’s barrier function gives it the unique ability to fight...