Inhibition of P. acnes using botanical extracts
US7198807B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q19/008
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Compositions for the treatment of acne have an active ingredient in an amount sufficient to inhibit the growth of Propionibacterium acnes and, optionally, at least one inactive ingredient, where the active ingredient is selected from the group consisting of green tea extract, grape seed extract, cranberry extract, and mixtures thereof. The compositions may be substantially free of skin-irritating materials.
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