Use of ginsenoside R.sub.0 or a plant extract containing same to promote collagen synthesis
US5747538A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 18, 1996 |
| Grant date | May 5, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2016 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q19/08
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The use of ginsenoside R.sub.0 or a plant extract containing same to prepare a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition, particularly a skin care composition, for promoting collagen synthesis, particularly collagen I and/or collagen III synthesis. Said cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition is administered to a mammal, particularly a human being, in order to promote collagen synthesis. A method for promoting collagen synthesis in fibroblast growth media is also disclosed.
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