This technology utilizes raspberry ketone, a phenolic ketone known for its raspberry scent, or its salts as an active ingredient to prevent or alleviate skin damage caused by chemotherapy. It can be formulated not only as a cosmetic product but also as a food or pharmaceutical composition.
As the 5-year survival rate for major cancers like colorectal, breast, and lung cancer approaches 70%, managing the side effects of chemotherapy that diminish quality of life has become a critical challenge. Systemic chemotherapy drugs cause skin cell death, leading to rashes and dryness, yet few ingredients have been proposed for internal management alongside topical treatments.
By leveraging the fact that raspberry ketone, a common food additive, reduces damage markers in keratinocytes exposed to anticancer drugs, this technology enables the design of both topical and oral formulations. It is ideal for creating integrated care products, such as hypoallergenic skincare (creams, lotions, mists) and functional skin health foods for use during treatment, supporting skin recovery from both the inside and out.
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