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A one-dimensional model of solute transport through the stratum corneum is presented. Solute is assumed to diffuse through lipid bi-layers surrounding impermeable corneocytes. Transverse diffusion (perpendicular to the skin surface) through lipids separating adjacent corneocytes, is modeled in the usual way. Longitudinal diffusion (parallel to the skin surface) through lipids between corneocyte layers, is modeled as temporary trapping of solute, with subsequent release in the transverse direction. This leads to a linear equation for one-dimensional transport in the transverse direction. The model involves an arbitrary function whose precise form is uncertain. For a specific choice of this function, closed form expressions for the Laplace transform of solute out-flux at the inner boundary, and for the time lag are obtained in the case that a constant solute concentration is maintained at the outer skin surface, with the inner boundary of the stratum corneum kept at zero concentration, and with the stratum corneum initially free of solute.
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Mollee, T.R., Bracken, A.J. A Model of Solute Transport through Stratum Corneum Using Solute Capture and Release. Bull. Math. Biol. 69, 1887–1907 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11538-007-9197-x
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