Lignan-rich Norway spruce (Picea abies) resin extract exhibits anti-inflammatory, skin-regenerative and anti-acne effects: In vitro, in silico, biocompatibility and exploratory clinical findings.
OBJECTIVE To investigate the antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and early pro-repair properties of Picea abies resin extract and a 30% extract-based cream and to explore preliminary in-use performance, tolerability and cosmetic acceptability in adults with mild acne. METHODS The chemical composition of the extract was...