The dermal stem cell factor and c-kit are overexpressed in melasma

2006163 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Hee Young Kang · Ajou University

Jae Sung Hwang · Ajou University

Jun Young Lee · Ajou University

Jung Hwan Ahn · Ajou University

J-Y. Kim · Amorepacific (South Korea)

Eun‐So Lee · Ajou University

Won-Ho Kang · Amorepacific (South Korea)

Abstract

These results suggest that the increased expression of SCF in the dermis and of c-kit in the epidermis play an important role in the mechanism of hyperpigmentation in melasma.

Topics & Keywords

Dermatologic Treatments and Research melanin and skin pigmentation Hair Growth and Disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British Journal of Dermatology

Volume 154, Issue 6, pp. 1094-1099

DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2006.07179.x

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