University Chemistry ›› 2025, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (10): 166-174.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202411006

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Painless Injection: Microneedles Revolutionizing Beauty and Health Brought

Xiaoyi Sun, Duohang Bi, Hankun Qiao, Yijing Liu, Jintao Zhu   

  1. School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science & Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
  • Received:2024-11-01 Accepted:2024-12-30 Published:2025-09-17
  • Contact: Yijing Liu E-mail:yijingliu@hust.edu.cn

Abstract: Microneedle patches have realized the long-sought dream of painless injections while significantly improving transdermal drug delivery efficiency. These innovative devices demonstrate remarkable potential across diverse fields, particularly in cosmetic skincare and therapeutic applications. This article elucidates the scientific principles underlying this “miniature marvel” that alleviates needle phobia, detailing the material composition and manufacturing processes of polymeric microneedles along with their expanding applications in beauty and healthcare. As microneedle technology continues to advance, it is emerging as a transformative innovation in both medical and cosmetic domains, destined to become an integral part of modern healthcare practices.

Key words: Microneedle patch, Transdermal administration, Polymer, Painless injection, Disease therapy