Patent · US Active

Activating peptide of the synthesis of aquaporins and cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical composition containing it

US8450456B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 17, 2008
Grant dateMay 28, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 5, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention concerns a peptide of the general formula (I):R1-(AA)n-X1—X2—X3-Pro-X4—X5—X7-(AA)p-R2, capable of activating the synthesis of proteins of the family of aquaporins.The present invention also concerns a cosmetic, nutraceutical or pharmaceutical composition, comprising a peptide of general formula (I) as active principle. The invention also relates to the use of this new active principle in a cosmetic or nutraceutical composition, intended to improve the moisturizing and the barrier function of the epidermis and intended to stimulate cutaneous regeneration. The invention also relates to the use of this new active principle to realize a pharmaceutical composition, and in particular a dermatological composition, intended to regulate and/or stimulate the activity of the aquaporins and to thus treat the pathological dryness of the skin or mucosa. The invention also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment intended to prevent or combat against dryness of the skin and mucosa, and the manifestations of cutaneous ageing.

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