The anti-melanogenic effects of ellagic acid through induction of autophagy in melanocytes and suppression of UVA-activated α-MSH pathways via Nrf2 activation in keratinocytes.

In conclusion, ellagic acid is an effective skin-whitening agent and might be used as a topical applicant.
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Source: Biochemical Pharmacology - February 2, 2021 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Yang HL, Lin CP, Vudhya Gowrisankar Y, Huang PJ, Chang WL, Shrestha S, Hseu YC Tags: Biochem Pharmacol Source Type: research