Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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Scientists discover the antibacterial potential of 'hero' Korean skincare ingredient

Fans of Korean skincare may be familiar with "hero ingredient" Madecassic acid for its skin-soothing properties, but researchers at Kent have revealed its greater potential for use in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Scientists discover the antibacterial potential of 'hero' Korean skincare ingredient
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Fans of Korean skincare may be familiar with "hero ingredient" Madecassic acid for its skin-soothing properties, but researchers at Kent have revealed its greater potential for use in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Originally published at Phys.org

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