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Vigna unguiculata seed extract and compositions containing same

US8840939B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 2010
Grant dateSep 23, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q19/08
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to a composition comprising a Vigna unguiculata seed extract. The composition is advantageously cosmetic, pharmaceutical, dermatological or nutraceutical. The invention further relates to a method for extracting a Vigna unguiculata seed extract, as well as to the resulting extract. The invention further relates to one such composition or one such extract for use in the prevention or treatment of disorders or pathologies of the skin, mucosae or appendages, for use in the prevention or treatment of vascular disorders, or for use in the prevention or treatment of adipose tissue alterations. Finally, the invention relates to a method for cosmetic care of the skin, appendages or mucosae, in order to improve the condition or appearance thereof, comprising the administration of one such composition or one such extract.

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