The synthesis and molecular structures of bis(pyridiniopropyl)benzene derivatives, [1,4-(4-R-C 5 (1, R = H, X = I; 2, R = tBu, X = Br) have been investigated. Compound 1 adopts a linear structure in the solid state and the crystal packing geometry can be defined as isolated triplets formed by the phenylene ring of one molecule and two pyridinium rings of two neighboring molecules. In contrast, compound 2 has an S-shaped arrangement, and an intramolecular acceptor−donor−acceptor triplet is formed
BackgroundQuince (Cydonia oblonga Miller) is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. Quince seed extract has long been used as a cosmetic ingredient for its moisturizing effect. However, little is known about whether quince seed extract has therapeutic effects on keratinocyte-associated skin inflammation.MethodsIn the present study, we investigated the effect of the topical application of ethanol extract of quince seeds (QSEtE) on atopic dermatitis (AD) symptoms in NC/Nga mice. The direct effect of QSEtE on keratinocytes was evaluated using the human keratinocyte cell line HaCaT.ResultsThe preliminary application of QSEtE markedly reduced house dust mite allergen-induced skin lesions. The expression of thymus- and activation-regulated chemokine (TARC) in dorsal skin was downregulated. QSEtE directly suppressed the expression and production of TARC in HaCaT cells.ConclusionsThe results suggest that the topical application of QSEtE is effective in preventing the onset of and ameliorating the atopic symptoms of keratinocyte-associated skin inflammation by suppressing TARC production in keratinocytes.
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