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Topical compositions for enhancing glutathione production

US6149925A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 1998
Grant dateNov 21, 2000
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q17/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions for topical application to the skin comprising glutathione-enhancing effective amounts of a glycine compound, a glutamine compound, and a sulfhydryl-containing organic acid, in a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The compositions are useful in increasing glutathione synthesis in skin cells, and in treating skin conditions associated with glutathione depletion in skin cells.

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