Researchers created a ferulic acid hydrogel (a topical gel formulation) and tested it on radiation-damaged skin in the lab and in animal models. The 10% concentration version performed best, significantly reducing inflammation and oxidative stress while promoting skin healing, collagen rebuilding, and blood flow recovery compared to untreated radiation injuries.

This was a lab and animal study where scientists created ferulic acid hydrogels at three different strengths and tested their safety, antioxidant power, and ability to heal radiation-damaged skin using multiple imaging and tissue analysis methods.

Funding not disclosed in abstract