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Sci Rep August 2021 PMID 34400712

Lipidomics of facial sebum in the comparison between acne and non-acne adolescents with dark skin.

Obumneme Emeka Okoro, Adebomi Adenle, Matteo Ludovici, Mauro Truglio, Federico Marini, Emanuela Camera

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Several discussions highlight the importance of lipidomics techniques like GCMS and HPTLC used in the study, with phrases such as 'fascinating insights' and 'valuable contribution' reflecting moderate enthusiasm; the tone remains professional and analytical, indicating interest but not overwhelming excitement about the findings and methodology.

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Participants are generally neutral or slightly positive about the publication, with no strong disagreement evident.

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The discussions show some curiosity, especially regarding the methodology and implications for acne research, but not pervasive excitement.

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Comments indicate a moderate level of engagement, including references to the significance of lipid analysis and the potential for future research.

ImpactModerate impact

The collective tone suggests the publication could influence future studies or understanding of acne but is not deemed groundbreaking.

Abstract in brief

  • The study used lipidomics techniques like GCMS and HPTLC to analyze sebum samples from adolescents with and without acne in Nigeria, focusing on differences in lipid components such as triglycerides, wax esters, squalene, and fatty acids.
  • Acne-prone skin showed higher levels of triglycerides, wax esters, squalene, monounsaturated and straight-chain saturated fatty acids, especially those with odd carbon chains, while certain free fatty acids and fatty alcohols were decreased.
  • The findings suggest that acne is associated with specific changes in sebum composition, particularly site-specific imbalances in fatty acids and lipids, indicating disruptions in pathways regulating fatty acid and lipid synthesis in acne-affected skin.]
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The Lipid Chronicles
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Lipidomics of facial sebum in the comparison between acne and non-acne adolescents with dark skin https://t.co/XzZNxxwGcC (@SciReports)

Aug 22, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 5,851 followers View post →
José Roberto
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José Roberto
@Tttjrtavares · X

RT @lipidchronicles: Lipidomics of facial sebum in the comparison between acne and non-acne adolescents with dark skin https://t.co/XzZNxxw…

Aug 22, 2021 · 1 share · 75 followers View post →
The Lipid Chronicles
@lipidchronicles · X

Lipidomics of facial sebum in the comparison between acne and non-acne adolescents with dark skin https://t.co/XzZNxxwGcC (@SciReports)

Aug 22, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 5,851 followers View post →
Emanuela Camera
@CameraEmanuela · X

Read this #preprint on @researchsquare: Lipidomics of Facial Sebum in the Comparison Between Acne and Non-Acne Adolescents with Dark Skin https://t.co/iqX3gSxqGl

Jun 21, 2021 · 38 followers View post →