Skin tissue engineering (STE) is widely regarded as an
effective
approach for skin regeneration. Several synthetic biomaterials utilized
for STE have demonstrated favorable fibrillar characteristics, facilitating
the regeneration of skin tissue at the site of injury, yet they have
exhibited a lack of in situ degradation. Various types of skin regenerative
materials, such as hydrogels, nanofiber scaffolds, and 3D-printing
composite scaffolds, have recently emerged for use in STE. Electrospun
nanofiber scaffolds possess distinct advantages, such as their wide
availability, similarity to natural structures, and notable tissue
regenerative capabilities, which have garnered the attention of researchers.
Hence, electrospun nanofiber scaffolds may serve as innovative biological
materials possessing the necessary characteristics and potential for
use in tissue engineering. Recent research has demonstrated the potential
of electrospun nanofiber scaffolds to facilitate regeneration of skin
tissues. Nevertheless, there is a need to enhance the rapid degradation
and limited mechanical properties of electrospun nanofiber scaffolds
in order to strengthen their effectiveness in soft tissue engineering
applications in clinical settings. This Review centers on advanced
research into electrospun nanofiber scaffolds, encompassing preparation
methods, materials, fundamental research, and preclinical applications
in the field of science, technology, and engineering. The existing
challenges and prospects of electrospun nanofiber scaffolds in STE
are also addressed.