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Use of plant extracts for tinting the skin as a function of its phototype

US7419688B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 7, 2005
Grant dateSep 2, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 11, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q1/02
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for tinting, for coloring skin, or for increasing the tanned appearance of skin comprising the use of an extract of a plant from the family of Compositae or Asteraceae, preferably an extract of chicory (Cichorium intybus L.), and a method of screening a plant for the manufacture of a cosmetic composition for coloring, particularly for tinting, at least one part of skin.

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