Journal of Dermatological Science
Volume 30, Issue 1 , Pages 73-84 , October 2002

Modulatory effects of an algal extract containing astaxanthin on UVA-irradiated cells in culture

Received 11 March 2002 ,Revised 27 May 2002 ,Accepted 29 May 2002.

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Journal of Dermatological Science
Volume 30, Issue 1 , Pages 73-84 , October 2002

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