Jurnal Biologi Tropis
Vol. 25 No. 4a (2025): Special Issue

Future Acne Therapy MSC Secretome as an Antimicrobial Agent: Literature Review

Putri, Monica Indiasti (Unknown)
Marlina, Marlina (Unknown)
Sudji, Ikhwan Resmala (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Dec 2025

Abstract

Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin condition influenced by excess sebum production, bacterial colonization, and host immune responses. Microorganisms, particularly Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus aureus, play a key role in acne pathogenesis and contribute to persistent inflammation. With increasing antibiotic resistance, innovative therapeutic approaches that are effective, safe, and immunomodulatory are urgently required. This literature review aims to evaluate the role of adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell (ADMSC) secretome in inhibiting acne-causing bacteria. The review was conducted using databases including ResearchGate, PubMed, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect, using keywords such as secretome, MSC secretome, antibacterial, C. acnes, S. aureus, and acne vulgaris. A total of 13 relevant research articles were identified. The ADMSC secretome contains antimicrobial peptides (e.g., LL-37), cytokines, growth factors, and extracellular vesicles that can disrupt bacterial membranes, enhance phagocytosis, and inhibit biofilm formation. Several studies demonstrate strong inhibitory effects against S. aureus, including resistant strains, while data on C. acnes remains limited but still supports its therapeutic relevance.

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JBT

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Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Immunology & microbiology

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Jurnal Biologi Tropis (ISSN Cetak 1411-9587 dan ISSN Online 2549-7863) diterbitkan mulai tahun 2000 dengan frekuensi 2 kali setahun oleh Program Studi Pendidikan Biologi PMIPA FKIP Universitas Mataram, berisi hasil penelitian dan ulasan Ilmiah dalam bidang Biologi ...