Topical compositions for enhancing glutathione production
US6149925A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 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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