Cosmetic composition for the treatment of acne comprising a peptide extract of Schisandra
US8758833B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 27, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q19/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to a cosmetic, nutraceutical or dermatological composition for treating or preventing acne, comprising a peptide and oside extract of Schizandra fruit and a suitable excipient. Preferably, the extract is obtained from Schizandra sphenanthera. The composition may also comprise at least one anti-acne agent selected from a sebum-regulating agent, an antibacterial and/or antifungal agent, a keratolytic agent and/or a keratoregulating agent, an astringent, an anti-inflammatory and/or anti-irritant, an antioxidant and/or a free-radical scavenger, a cicatrizing agent, an anti-ageing agent and a moisturizing agent. The invention also relates to a method for cosmetic treatment of acne, characterized in that a cosmetic composition according to the invention is applied to the affected areas of the skin, or in that the affected individual takes a nutraceutical composition according to the invention orally.
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