Strawberry extract protects against UVA rays
Friday, August 3, 2012 - 09:31
in Physics & Chemistry
An experiment has shown that strawberry extract added to skin cell cultures acts as a protector against ultraviolet radiation as well as increasing its viability and reducing damage to DNA. Developed by a team of Italian and Spanish researchers, the study opens the door to the creation of photoprotective cream made from strawberries.