Skin whitening composition containing chia seed extract
US8685472B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 1, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2236/33
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A topical composition includes an alcohol-extracted Salvia hispanica seed extract in a glycol carrier in an amount effective for inhibiting melanin content in an individual. The extract may be extracted in a C1-C4 ethanol and resuspended in a glycol carrier with one or more permeation enhancers. The topical composition may further include a Punica granatum extract. Methods for making and using the composition for whitening skin in an individual are also described.
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