Vitamin D and Skin

Skin and its associated structures together help in protection of internal body organs against, harmful effects of external environment. Epidermis, the outer layer acts as a protective barrier against harmful substances. Disturbed functions of skin result in different diseases which lead to adverse impact on physical as well as psychological state of patients. Some systemic diseases including autoimmune disease also have skin manifestations. Thus, condition of skin can reflect not only its status but also pathological changes in the internal organs [1]. Dermatologists are always in search of effective and well tolerated therapies for addressing concerns related to skin disorders or skin manifestations of other systemic disorders.