Dosage Form Design and Delivery Therapy for Skin Disorders

Dear Colleagues,

Skin disorders affect millions of individuals globally, presenting a significant challenge in dermatological therapy. These conditions require effective and innovative therapeutic approaches for their management and treatment. The design of dosage forms and advanced drug delivery systems are crucial for enhancing the efficacy, safety, and patient compliance of dermatological treatments. Pharmaceutical forms designed for skin applications, especially those utilizing natural active ingredients, are gaining prominence due to their therapeutic benefits and biocompatibility. These forms enhance hydration, improve barrier function, and control the release of active compounds. Natural agents—including gums, polysaccharides, vegetable oils, and bioactive compounds—are increasingly incorporated into these formulations due to their ability to provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects, which are crucial for treating skin disorders. The integration of these natural ingredients into advanced delivery systems, such as nano-based formulations, further enhances their efficacy by improving skin penetration and ensuring a sustained release of active agents.

In this regard, we are pleased to invite you to this Special Issue, titled “Dosage Form Design and Delivery Therapy for Skin Disorders.” This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for disseminating the latest research and innovations in the design and development of dosage forms and drug delivery systems for managing skin disorders. We encourage the submission of research that provides new insights into the formulation science, biopharmaceutical considerations, and clinical applications of skin disorder treatments.

In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews focusing on the design and development of dosage forms and drug delivery systems for managing skin disorders are welcome, as well as the following: contributions that cover a broad range of topics within this theme—including dosage forms such as emulsions, creams, hydrogels, polymeric films, and nano-based formulations tailored specifically for skin applications; advanced drug delivery systems, particularly those designed to enhance drug penetration, retention, and targeted delivery to affected skin areas; and formulations incorporating natural ingredients (such as gums, polysaccharides, vegetable oils, and bioactive compounds), which are of interest due to their therapeutic potential and biocompatibility. This Issue seeks to highlight therapeutic applications in treating skin disorders, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and wound healing. Mechanistic studies that elucidate the mechanisms of drug action, skin absorption, and the interaction of formulations with skin tissues are also welcome. Additionally, the safety, efficacy, and stability of new dosage forms and delivery systems will be assessed through comprehensive in vitro and in vivo models, ensuring their potential for clinical use.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Luana Mota Ferreira
Dr. Marcel Henrique Marcondes Sari
Guest Editors

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• skin therapy
• skin dosage forms
• skin delivery
• formulations design
• natural agents
• polysaccharides
• vegetable oils
• bioactive compounds
• antioxidant activity
• anti-inflammatory activity
• antimicrobial effect
• dosage safety and efficacy