Use of sphingolipids in the preparation of a cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical composition protecting the skin and hair against the harmful effects of atmospheric pollution
US5869034A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 1997 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q5/12
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Use of at least one sphingolipid or analogue, optionally in association with a chelating agent, as the active ingredient in the preparation of a cosmetic, sanitary or dermopharmaceutical composition for protecting skin and/or hair against the harmful effects of atmospheric pollution by heavy metals. Application especially in combatting the effects of rapid ageing of the skin and lacklustre appearance of hair caused by atmospheric pollution.
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