The exact mechanism of vasospasm is unclear, but research has shown that interactions between vasodilators and vasoconstrictors, such as NO, endothelin 1, angiotensin II, prostacyclin, and thromboxane, can cause decrease the perfusion of certain organs
Recent breakthrough research has illuminated the critical role of oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction in these conditions
It may help shift the balance toward lighter pigments and reduce oxidative stress in skin cells
One key change involves carbohydrate metabolism, where an increase in soluble sugars such as sucrose and glucose acts as an osmoprotectant (Roychowdhury et al., 2025a)
Antioxid Redox Signal 11:271739 Chang HL, Dedon PC, Deen WM (2008) Kinetic analysis of intracellular concentrations of reactive nitrogen species
Research indicates these modifications may support epidermal barrier formation and reduce inflammatory cytokine production relevant to atopic and reactive dermatitis