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Method for reducing sunburn cell formation with cosmetic compositions containing ascorbic acid

US6132737A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 1997
Grant dateOct 17, 2000
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Expiry dateSep 29, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q17/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for reducing the formation of sunburn cells in mammalian skin exposed to ultraviolet radiation, comprising applying a cosmetic composition containing stabilized ascorbic acid to the the skin prior to exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

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