Recent Trends in Dermal Smart Delivery Systems

Dear Colleagues,

Recently, nano-based smart delivery systems have allowed for the development of novel carriers for the efficient transport and controlled release of active molecules in a wide range of applications, such as biotechnology, medicine and cosmetology.

In particular, the use of functional nanoplatforms in dermal delivery systems has contributed to the improvement of the skin penetration capabilities of various loaded agents (e.g., antioxidants, drugs, dyes, photosensitizers) by increasing the duration of their activity via slow release and specific targeting.

Moreover, these smart platforms offer the possibility to overcome the challenges relating to the permeation and skin irritation of conventional compounds used in skin treatments.

This Special Issue aims to cover different aspects of the development of smart delivery systems in the field of dermal delivery. Authors are invited to submit original research articles and reviews in this important and exciting research field.

Dr. Magdalena Martinka Maksymiak
Dr. Wioleta Borzęcka
Prof. Dr. Begoña Delgado-Charro
Guest Editors

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