Autocrine IL-8 Contributes to Propionibacterium Acnes-induced Proliferation and Differentiation of HaCaT Cells via AKT/FOXO1/Autophagy

Objective Proprionibacterium acnes(P.acnes)-induced inflammatory responses,proliferation and differentiation of keratinocytes contribute to the progression of acne vulgaris(AV).P.acnes was found to enhance the production of interleukin-8(IL-8)by keratinocytes.This study aimed to investigate the role of IL-8 in P.acnes-induced proliferation and differentiation of keratinocytes and the underlying mechanism.Methods The P.acnes-stimulated HaCaT cell(a human keratinocyte cell line)model was established.Western blotting and immunofluorescence were performed to detect the expression of the IL-8 receptors C-X-C motif chemokine receptor 1(CXCR1)and C-X-C motif chemokine receptor 2(CXCR2)on HaCaT cells.Cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)assay,5-ethynyl-20-deoxyuridine(EdU)assay and Western blotting were performed to examine the effects of IL-8/CXCR2 axis on the proliferation and differentiation of HaCaT cells treated with P.acnes,the IL-8 neutralizing antibody,the CXCR2 antagonist(SB225002),or the CXCR1/CXCR2 antagonist(G31P).Western blotting,nuclear and cytoplasmic separation,CCK-8 assay,and EdU assay were employed to determine the downstream pathway of CXCR2 after P.acnes-stimulated HaCaT cells were treated with the CXCR2 antagonist,the protein kinase B(AKT)antagonist(AZD5363),or the constitutively active forkhead box O1(FOXO1)mutant.Finally,autophagy markers were measured in HaCaT cells following the transfection of the FOXO1 mutant or treatment with the autophagy inhibitor 3-methyladenine(3-MA).Results The expression levels of CXCR1 and CXCR2 were significantly increased on the membrane of HaCaT cells following P.acnes stimulation.The IL-8/CXCR2 axis predominantly promoted the proliferation and differentiation of P.acnes-induced HaCaT cells by activating AKT/FOXO1/autophagy signaling.In brief,IL-8 bound to its receptor CXCR2 on the membrane of keratinocytes to activate the AKT/FOXO1 axis.Subsequently,phosphorylated FOXO1 facilitated autophagy to promote the proliferation and differentiation of P.acnes-induced keratinocytes.Conclusion This study demonstrated the novel autocrine effect of IL-8 on the proliferation and differentiation of P.acnes-induced keratinocytes,suggesting a potential therapeutic target for AV.

Inhibition of Propionibacterium acnes by refined bamboo vinegar and preparation of the slow-release system with bamboo charcoal as the carrier

Background:Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin diseases that can significantly impact a considerable proportion of individuals over their lifetime.Objective:This study focuses on the exploration of the application potential of bamboo vinegar in cosmetics.Materials and Methods:The stock solution of bamboo vinegar is subjected to reduced-pressure distillation at different temperatures to obtain refined bamboo vinegar.Then,inhibition of Propionibacterium acnes(P.acnes)by refined bamboo vinegar is observed.Moreover,the refined bamboo vinegar is adsorbed and released with activated bamboo charcoal as the carrier.In all,this study aims to probe into the mechanism of the controlledrelease system of bamboo vinegar.Results:The results shows that the harmful substances(tar)in bamboo vinegar distilled at 70℃decreased by 94.44%,which is a more notable decrease compared with that in the stock solution.The total organic acid content in bamboo vinegar after reduced-pressure distillation is 11.840%,reaching the national standard for refined bamboo vinegar(GB/T 31734–2015).Additionally,the minimum inhibitory concentration of refined bamboo vinegar against P.acnes using the punch method is 7.90 mg/mL.This indicates that refined bamboo vinegar has the potential as a prospective raw material for formulations in anti-acne cosmetic products.Furthermore,the release rate of bamboo charcoal/bamboo vinegar in water for 15 min reaches 70.57%,which then slows down to a plateau.The slow-release behavior is agreed with the Ritger-Peppas model and is beneficial to relieve the irritation of bamboo vinegar to the skin and lengthen its bacteriostatic duration.Conclusion:The foregoing conclusions can serve as the theoretical foundation for the application of bamboo vinegar in anti-acne cosmetics.

High-throughput RNA sequencing reveals the anti-inflammatory mechanism of baicalin on Propionibacterium acnes-induced acne in rabbits

Objective:Propionibacterium acnes(P.acnes)plays an important role in the development of acne,an inflammatory skin disease with a high-incidence.In this study,we used high-throughput RNA sequencing(RNA-seq)to reveal the anti-inflammatory mechanism of baicalin on P.acnes-induced acne in rabbits.Methods:The Kligman method was used to induce acne in the ears of New Zealand rabbits.The effect of baicalin on the acne model was evaluated by the number of acne lesions and hematoxylin and eosin(H&E)staining of acne tissues.Enzyme-linked immunoabsorbent assay was used to measure the protein expression levels of tumor necrosis factor a(TNFA),interleukin-1 b(IL1B),IL6,and IL8 in the serum of rabbits.RNA-seq was performed to investigate the mechanism of anti-inflammatory activities of baicalin on acne.Immunohistochemical analysis and Western blot were used to validate the expression levels of related proteins in acne tissues.Results:Baicalin treatment significantly reduced the number of acne lesions and lesions of the ear as well as levels of serum inflammatory cytokines.RNA-seq data showed that baicalin treatment globally suppressed inflammation,especially the TNF signaling pathway and Staphylococcus aureus infection pathway,in the rabbit acne model.Conclusion: Baicalin effectively ameliorates P. acnes-induced acne in rabbits by suppressingthe inflammatory response in rabbits.

Automatic Facial Spots and Acnes Detection System

Recently medical cosmetic has attracted significant business opportunity. Micro cosmetic surgery usually involves invasive cosmetic procedures such as non-ablative laser procedure for skin rejuvenation. However, to select an appropriate treatment for skin relies on accurate preoperative evaluations. In this paper, an automatic facial skin defects detection and recognition method is proposed. The system first locates the facial region from the input image. Then, the shapes of faces were recognized using a contour descriptor. The facial features are extracted to define regions of interest and an image segment method is used to extract potential defect. A support-vector-machine-based classifier is then used to classify the potential defects into spots, acnes and normal skin. Experimental results demonstrate effectiveness of the proposed method.

Antimicrobial activity of topical agents against Propionibacterium acnes： an in vitro study of clinical isolates from a hospital in Shanghai, China

This study aimed to compare the antimicrobial activities of topical agents against Propionibacterium acnes isolated from patients admitted to a hospital in Shanghai, China. The minimal inhibitory concentrations of the cultured P. acnes were determined in accordance with the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute. Susceptibilities to clindamycin and erythromycin were compared in terms of gender, age, disease duration, previous treatment, and disease severity. A total of 69 P. acnes strains were isolated from 98 patients （70.41%）. The susceptibility to triple antibiotic ointment （neomycin/bacitracin/polymyxin B） and bacitracin was 100%. The susceptibility to fusidic acid was 92.7%. The resistance rates to neomycin sulfate, erythromycin, and clindamycin were 11.7%, 49.3%, and 33.4%, respectively. The high resistance rate to clindamycin and erythromycin was significantly affected by gender, previous treatment, and disease severity rather than by age and disease duration. Topical antibiotics should not be used separately for long-term therapy to avoid multiresistance. The use of topical antibiotics should be determined by clinicians on the basis of clinical conditions.

Complete Draft Genome Sequence of Cutibacterium ( Propionibacterium) acnes Type Strain ATCC6919

Objectives:The wide use of antibiotics for acne is the main cause of drug-resistant Cutibacterium acnes.However,the complete genetic sequence reference of C.acnes has not yet been reported.Herein,we report the complete genetic sequence of Cutibacterium acnes type strain ATCC6919.Methods:Whole-genome sequencing of Cutibacterium acnes ATCC6919 was performed using both the Illumina Hiseq4000 and PacBio RSII single-molecule real-time sequencing platforms.The generated sequence reads were de novo assembled using the HGAP3 protocol of single-molecule real-time analysis v.2.3.0 software.The draft genome was annotated and further analyzed by various bioinformatics tools.Results:The total genome length of Cutibacterium acnes ATCC6919 was 2,495,001 bp(60.02%G+C content),with 2,450 coding sequences including 2,358 proteins,45 tRNAs,9 rRNAs,and 1 sRNA.The Comprehensive Antibiotic Resistance Database showed that the gene(thy A)found in ATCC6919 was associated with resistance to aminosalicylic acid.Antimicrobial susceptibility testing showed that this isolate was not sensitive to metronidazole and sulfamethoxazole,but was sensitive to all other tested antimicrobials(erythromycin,azithromycin,clarithromycin,tetracycline,minocycline,trimethoprim,levofloxacin,ceftriaxone,and doxycycline).Conclusion:This study reports the complete genome sequence of Cutibacterium acnes ATCC6919,which provides a valuable reference for comparative analysis based on the genomic characteristics and resistance gene diversity of Cutibacterium acnes.

Unexpected positive cultures including isolation of Propionibacterium acnes in revision shoulder arthroplasty

Objective Little information is available to guide treatment strategies regarding patients with unexpected positive cultures （UPC）,including Propionibacterium acnes （PA）,without overt signs of infection in revision shoulder arthroplasty （RSA）.The purpose of our study was to analyze the prevalence,clinical meaning,treatment and prognosis of UPC in RSA.Data sources and study selection We performed a systematic review of the literature between 1950 and 2013 for all studies reporting on UPC for PA.Studies with the prevalence and prognosis of patients with UPC in RSA were analyzed.Results Six studies meeting our inclusion criteria yielded data for 1 402 patients who underwent a total of 1405 RSA.Based on the available data,following RSA 235 shoulders had UPCs with a pooled percentage of 16.7％ （235/1405）.The most commonly isolated bacteria from shoulders following RSA with UPCs was PA with pooled percentages of 63.4％ （149/235）.Occurrence of true infection from UPCs after RSA was seen in 24 shoulders （24/235,10.2％）.Antibiotic use did not influence the rate of the occurrence of true infection from UPCs （P=0.498）.Conclusions Our study showed a low risk of having a true infection from UPCs after RSA without clinical signs of preoperative infection at the time of the surgery.Therefore,prolonged antibiotic therapy may not be necessary in these patients.

负载花色苷的抗酸性羧甲基壳聚糖凝胶微球的缓释研究

为拓宽壳聚糖基水凝胶的应用范围,构筑可食用的花色苷(ACNs)递送体系,采用反相乳液法,以玉米油为连续相,水杨醛(SA)为交联剂,制备了具有抗酸性能的载ACNs羧甲基壳聚糖(CMCS)凝胶微球(ACNs/CMCS-SA),表征了其结构和形貌,研究了其稳定性、溶胀性能和缓释性能。结果表明,ACNs/CMCSSA具有微米级粒径,表面光滑呈圆形;ACNs/CMCS-SA在酸性条件下稳定性良好,溶胀和缓释过程展现pH响应性;ACNs的释放行为符合Weibull模型,pH7和9时为扩散和骨架溶蚀复合释放机制控制,pH3和5时为菲克扩散和Case Ⅱ transport(0级-溶胀依赖性释放)联合释放机制控制。ACNs/CMCS-SA制备方法简单,过程绿色;对ACNs展现良好的胃酸保护和肠道释放性能,为环境友好型药物包封材料的开发和ACNs的应用提供了理论和实践参考。

强脉冲光ACNE滤光片不同脉冲数治疗寻常痤疮临床观察

目的:探讨强脉冲光ACNE滤光片不同脉冲数治疗寻常痤疮的疗效及安全性对比分析。方法:纳入2023年8月-2023年10月在笔者医院医疗美容科门诊就诊的寻常痤疮患者,根据筛选标准最终入选30例。采用自身左右脸对照的试验设计,用随机数字表法将患者两侧面部随机分为三脉冲治疗侧和双脉冲治疗侧,首先使用ACNE滤光片对痤疮部位进行两遍治疗,两侧面部选择相同的能量密度、脉冲延迟及子脉宽,仅脉冲数有差别,三冲侧子脉宽为4 ms-4 ms-4 ms三脉冲,双冲侧子脉宽为4 ms-4 ms双脉冲,之后再用其他滤光片对全面部进行治疗,两侧参数一致。间隔4周治疗1次,共3次。每次治疗后4周评估对比双侧疗效,并在每次治疗中及治疗后记录随访期间不良反应。结果:治疗后三冲侧在痤疮总数目及其疗效指数、炎性痤疮数目及其疗效指数、有效率、显效率等指标评估上均优于双冲侧,差异有统计学意义;在非炎性痤疮数目及其疗效指数上,两侧对比差异无统计学意义。安全性上,双冲侧有1例患者在治疗后额部出现片状结痂、水疱,三冲侧未出现明显不良反应。结论:用强脉冲光ACNE滤光片治疗寻常痤疮,相比于4 ms-4 ms双脉冲,选择4 ms-4 ms-4 ms三脉冲可能是更优的参数。

Ocular surface changes in moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris

AIM:To investigate ocular surface disorders and tear function changes in patients with acne vulgaris and explore the potential relationship between acne vulgaris and dry eye.METHODS:This cross-sectional study included right eyes of 53 patients with acne vulgaris and 54 healthy controls.The participants completed the Ocular Surface Disease Index(OSDI)questionnaire.The following ocular surface-related parameters were measured:tear meniscus height(TMH),noninvasive tear breakup time(NIBUT),Schirmer I test(SIT),lipid layer thickness(LLT)score of the tear film,meibum score,meibomian gland orifice obstruction score,the ratio of meibomian gland loss,conjunctival hyperemia score,and corneal fluorescein staining(CFS)score.RESULTS:The stability of the tear film decreased in acne vulgaris patients.In the acne group,the TMH and NIBUT were lower,whereas the OSDI,meibum score,meibomian gland orifice obstruction score,ratio of meibomian gland loss,and conjunctival hyperemia score were higher compared with controls(P<0.05).There were no significant differences in the CFS score,SIT,or LLT score between the groups(P>0.05).In two dry eye groups,the TMH,NIBUT,and LLT score were lower in the acne with dry eye(acne-DE)group,and the meibum score,meibomian gland orifice obstruction score,ratio of meibomian gland loss and conjunctival hyperemia score in the acne-DE group were higher(P<0.05).There were no significant differences between OSDI,SIT,and CFS score(P>0.05).CONCLUSION:Patients with moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris are more likely to experience dry eye than those without acne vulgaris.Reduced tear film stability and meibomian gland structure dysfunction are more pronounced in patients with moderate-to-severe acne and dry eye.

Re-evaluating the necessity of routine laboratory monitoring during isotretinoin therapy for acne

In this letter,we discuss the topic of necessity of routine laboratory monitoring during isotretinoin treatment for acne.According to Park and colleagues,it is advisable to monitor the levels of triglycerides,alanine aminotransferase,and aspartate aminotransferase every 5 to 6 months.Additionally,the levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein should be checked within the first two months of treatment.Isotretinoin is a commonly prescribed agent mainly used to treat acne.Despite its high effectiveness,it necessitates regular monitoring of laboratory parameters due to its side effect profile.Currently,there remains a lack of consensus on the appropriate frequency for monitoring these parameters during treatment with isotretinoin.This letter will provide insight into this complex and controversial topic.Based on existing literature,we concluded that the incidence of changes in lipid and liver aminotransferase levels during isotretinoin treatment for acne was low and likely clinically insignificant.For generally healthy people,we recommend testing lipid and liver profiles once at baseline and a second time at the peak dosage.However,frequent testing might still be beneficial in certain populations of patients.

SPS烧结温度对ACNs/Ti复合材料组织结构与力学性能的影响

通过放电等离子烧结(SPS)制备ACNs(无定形碳纳米颗粒)/Ti复合材料,并采用扫描电子显微镜、X射线衍射仪、光学显微镜以及电子万能试验机对不同烧结温度下ACNs/Ti复合材料的显微组织、相组成及力学性能进行表征。结果表明,较低烧结温度(800℃)下,未反应的ACNs虽然会对复合材料的强度有所贡献,但其与基体的界面结合较弱,会导致复合材料塑性严重下降。较高烧结温度(1000℃)下,与基体充分反应的TiC颗粒过度生长后尺寸较大,这一现象会造成材料强度下降。当烧结温度为900℃时,ACNs与Ti基体完全反应生成TiC颗粒,这种细小弥散的TiC沿着基体颗粒周围分布形成了准连续网状结构,此时ACNs/Ti复合材料具有最佳的强塑性匹配,其抗拉强度、屈服强度、延伸率分别为648.19 MPa、551.02 MPa、36.19%。

Tamanu Oil in Acne Management: Potential Anti-Inflammatory and Wound-Healing Properties for Scar Reduction

Tamanu oil, derived from the nuts of Calophyllum inophyllum, has gained increasing attention for its potential in acne management due to its purported anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. This analysis evaluates the efficacy of tamanu oil in acne treatment with a specific focus on its impact on inflammation and scar reduction. The novelty of this research lies in its comprehensive analysis of tamanu oil’s dual mechanism of action: reducing acne-related inflammation and promoting the healing of acne scars. Clinical trials and laboratory analyses were conducted to assess the oil’s effectiveness in diminishing erythema, swelling, and post-acne scarring compared to conventional treatments. Preliminary findings demonstrate that tamanu oil significantly reduces inflammation and accelerates wound healing, potentially offering a promising adjunct or alternative to standard acne therapies. Future research should aim to optimize formulation and application protocols, long-term effects, and comparative therapeutic efficacy with other anti-inflammatory agents. Tamanu oil offers a novel and effective approach to acne management, with potential advantages that go beyond inflammation reduction to include enhanced scar reduction, making it a subject that warrants further investigation.

基于等效ACN - PCN的机场重载车辆通行性能分析

近年来,机场改扩建工程日益增多,且大多涉及不停航施工,即施工期间有大量诸如挖掘机、推土机、载重卡车等重型工程车辆在飞行区通行。施工期间,重型车辆在现有机场道面不同区域的通行对道面板带来新的荷载负担。因缺乏成熟的机场重型车载道面评估计算方法,重型车辆轮载是否会造成现行道面结构承载性能下降已成为机场管理机构关注的重点问题。有鉴于此,基于民航现行飞机等级号ACN计算规则,以工程重载卡车为例,提出了基于ACN的概念式计算与ACN等效荷载精确计算两种评估重载车辆道面通行能力的评价方法;通过有限元仿真,基于道面板底最大弯拉应力小于容许应力的基本原则,对机场重载车辆通行道面板性能进行精确计算与分析,评估案例机场的重载车辆道面板性能。结果表明重载车辆的ACN概念式计算结果精度较低,与ACN等效荷载精确计算结果相差较大;经过有限元仿真精确计算后的案例机场等效ACN值小于机场通报的最小PCN值,表明该重载卡车满足通行条件;验证了ACN等效荷载道面性能评价方法的可靠性,为机场不停航施工运行安全及工程管理评估提供重要参考。

Research on the Nursing Effect of Glycolipids on Acne Skin

Glycolipids are lipid compounds,which are a type of amphiphilic molecules containing glycosyl ligands.This experiment studied the efficacy of glycolipids on acne skin care from the aspects of antibacterial,anti-inflammatory,anti-allergic,oil-control,soothing and repair.Research results show that glycolipids have excellent antibacterial properties against P.acnes;when the dosage of glycolipids reaches 10μg/mL,the inhibition rate of glycolipids on lipid synthesis in SZ95 cells can reach 20%;glycolipids can induce LPS induction RAW264.7 cells have the inhibitory effect on the release of inflammatory factors IL-6 and NO;when the glycolipids concentration is 15 mg/mL,the inhibition rate of glycolipids on hyaluronidase reaches 45.8%;when the glycolipids concentration is 25μg/mL,the inhibition rate on calcium ion concentration reaches 45.3%;glycolipids have a significant promoting effect on wound healing.Furthermore,human efficacy evaluation shows that glycolipids products have comprehensive care effects on acne skin.This study will help further promote the application of glycolipids in cosmetic products,especially in skin care products for acne skin.

痤疮丙酸杆菌系统发育型及其在痤疮发病中作用研究进展

痤疮丙酸杆菌(C.acnes)为痤疮最重要致病菌,近年来随着对痤疮与C.acnes之间的研究深入,发现痤疮的发生与C.acnes的系统发育型密切相关。该文从C.acnes系统发育型不同分型与痤疮关系,C.acnes分型与其分泌的蛋白和胞外酶、Christie-Atkins-Munch-Petersen(CAMP)因子、卟啉及生物被膜等致病因素关系,以及促进炎症等方面进行总结归纳,更深刻和系统性地了解C.acnes,进一步了解C.acnes在痤疮发生发展中的重要作用,为有针对性地治疗痤疮,及相关药品及化妆品的开发提供更好的研究思路。

NMP法和ACN法在丁二烯抽提装置中的应用

介绍了国内某企业采用NMP(N-甲基吡咯烷酮)法和ACN(乙腈)法建设的2套丁二烯抽提装置。通过对NMP法和ACN法丁二烯抽提装置的工艺流程特点、产品质量要求、溶剂萃取性能及装置经济效益及投资等方面进行总结,结合2套装置的实际运行数据,发现NMP法丁二烯抽提装置工艺流程更加合理紧凑,运行成本更低且NMP溶剂对环境更加友好。

Balancing Dermatological and Gynecological Considerations: Evaluating the Necessity of Pelvic Exams in OCP Prescriptions for Acne Management

Routine pelvic examinations in women prescribed oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) for acne management are scrutinized to assess their impact on dermatological outcomes versus gynecological health. A synthesis of clinical trials, patient surveys, and medical guidelines reveals that these routine exams do not significantly enhance the effectiveness of acne treatment with OCPs but are linked to increased patient discomfort and false-positive results. Evidence suggests that routine pelvic examinations do not significantly impact the effectiveness of acne management with OCPs but are associated with increased patient discomfort and higher rates of false-positive results. The analysis indicates that a more personalized approach, focusing on selective pelvic examinations based on individual risk factors and clinical symptoms, may offer a more practical and patient-centered alternative. The review advocates for a reexamination of existing guidelines to better align with a model of individualized care, emphasizing the need for further research to optimize best practices at the intersection of dermatological and gynecological care. Adopting a personalized approach to pelvic examinations could substantially improve patient care by minimizing unnecessary interventions and discomfort while maintaining the efficacy of acne treatment with oral contraceptive pills.

A Study of the Treatment of Disfiguring Diseases in the “Qian Jin Fang”

Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)has been passed down for more than 2,000 years.TCM beauty products driven by the principles of identification and treatment with various dosage forms and exhibit mild and safe efficacy are bound to become a main component of the beauty industry in the future.Xu once commented that“Qian Jin Fang”is different from the traditional prescription system,which emphasizes the use of medicines.In this paper,we mainly selected the prescriptions for the treatment of disfigurement diseases such as acne,scarring,black dryness,face hyperpigmentation,black mole,and rosacea from the article titled,“Upper Seven Orifices Disease-Facial Medicine IX”in the Bei Ji Qian Jin Yao Fang[1].By studying and analyzing the original composition of the formula,understanding the etiology and pathogenesis of the disease,and exploring the characteristics of the formula concerning the efficacy of TCM,their properties,flavors,and meridians,we summarized the characteristics of the Qian Jin Fang.It is based on the external treatment of disfigurement diseases,with a wide variety of drugs,flexibility,and accuracy.This method draws upon analogies while utilizing excipients and harmonizers to focus on the combined healing approach of treatment and nourishment.

萃取精馏分离丁烷/丁烯

介绍了两种分离丁烷 /丁烯的方法 ,即乙腈 (ACN)法和二甲基甲酰胺 (DMF)法。对两种工艺流程进行了计算对比 ,DMF法工艺流程比ACN法简单 ,只需 3个塔。计算结果表明 ,DMF法再沸器和冷凝器能耗分别比ACN法降低 33.7%和 2 2 .7% ,选择DMF法萃取精馏分离丁烷 /丁烯效果较好。