Biomaterials for Improving Skin Penetration in Treatment of Skin Cancer
Abstract
Skin cancer is among the most common malignancies worldwide, posing a significant societal burden due to its increasing incidence and its limited responsiveness to conventional topical therapies. Treatment is challenged by the presence of the skin barrier which restricts drug penetration. This review discusses the structural and physiological challenges of topical delivery and summarizes efforts to develop functional biomaterials to enhance skin drug penetration. Important aspects to consider when developing formulation strategies, such as drug properties and release mechanisms, are discussed alongside current limitations and future perspectives.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery
Advanced Drug Delivery Systems
Wound Healing and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Functional Biomaterials
- Publisher
- MDPI AG
- Volume
- 17
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 39–39
- Publication date
- 15 January 2026
- Language
- EN