Abstract:
The invention relates to the use of at least one unsaponifiable component of vegetable oil, in particular of avocado, soya bean and/or lupin oils, for the preparation of a medicament intended to stimulate the expression of TGF-β or the expression of the plasminogen activator inhibitor PAI-1.The invention also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment comprising the application of at least one unsaponifiable component of vegetable oil as well as the use of the latter as additive in a food for human beings and/or for animals.
Abstract:
The invention concerns a pharmaceutical or cosmetic composition, characterised in that it comprises at least a compound for inhibiting Langerhans' cell migration, said active compound being selected in the group consisting of protein kinase C (PKC) inhibiting compounds, matrix metalloprotease (MMP) inhibiting compounds, and combinations thereof, and at least a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable carrier. Said composition enables to inhibit considerably Langerhans' cell migration induced by the presence or an allergenic agent.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to the use of a combination of group B vitamins, trace element(s), at least one oil comprising essential Ω-3 and/or Ω-6 fatty acids and an excipient suitable for oral administration, for use in the simultaneous treatment of excess weight and slackening of the skin localized in the same area. The invention also relates to a corresponding food supplement.
Abstract:
The invention concerns the cosmetic use of at least one 2-alkyl furan, as depigmenting active principle, in a depigmenting composition, as well as the associated cosmetic treatment method. The invention also concerns the use of at least one 2-alkyl furan for preparing an active drug as depigmenting agent. The invention further concerns a depigmenting cosmetic composition comprising as depigmenting active principle at least one 2-alkyl furan.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a medicament which comprises a peptide extract of avocado and which can also comprise a composition containing D-mannoheptulose and/or perseitol, such as a water-soluble extract of avocado sugars, and/or a peptide extract of lupine. The inventive medicament is intended for the treatment and/or prevention of illnesses that are linked to an alteration in innate and/or acquired immunity, through an increase in the production of anti-microbial peptides, preferably hBD-2, without inducing inflammatory reactions, irritations or intolerances.
Abstract:
The invention relates to an extract of aerial parts of Maca rich in polyphenols, and also to a composition comprising such an extract and, where appropriate, a suitable excipient. The invention also relates to a process for extracting an extract of aerial parts of Maca rich in polyphenols, and also to the extract that can be obtained by means of said process. The invention also relates to such a composition or such an extract for use thereof in preventing or treating disorders or pathological conditions of the skin, the mucous membranes or the superficial body growths and/or for use thereof in preventing and/or treating vascular disorders. Finally, the invention relates to a cosmetic care process for the skin, the superficial body growths or the mucous membranes, with a view to improving the condition thereof or the appearance thereof, which comprises the administration of such a composition or of such an extract.
Abstract:
The invention relates to an extract of top growth of holy basil, in particular of Ocimum sanctum, a method for preparing the extract, and the extract obtainable by said method. The invention also relates to a composition comprising such an extract, the composition advantageously being a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or dermatological composition. The invention also relates to such a composition or such an extract for use in preventing or treating disorders or diseases of the skin, the mucous membranes or the skin appendages, and for use in preventing or treating vascular disorders. Finallyc the invention relates to a cosmetic care method for the skin, skin appendages or mucous membranes, with a view to improving the condition or appearance thereof, which method consists in administering such a composition or such an extract.
Abstract:
The invention relates to an extract from the flowers, preferably from the calyxes, of Bombax costatum, to a process for preparing same and to the extract obtained by said process. The invention also relates to a composition comprising such an extract, the composition advantageously being a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or dermatological composition. The invention also relates to such a composition or such an extract for the use thereof in preventing or treating disorders or pathological conditions of the skin, the mucous membranes or the hair and nails, as well as the imbalance or disorders associated with the imbalance of the microbiota of the skin, the mucous membranes, the hair, the nails and associated skin appendages. Finally, the invention relates to a cosmetic care method for the skin, the hair and nails or the mucous membranes, with a view to improving the condition or the appearance thereof, which method consists in administering such a composition or such an extract.
Abstract:
The invention relates to an avocado extract rich in polyphenols, containing at least 10% by weight of polyphenols, expressed in gallic acid equivalent relative to the dry extract obtained, wherein said polyphenols contain procyanidins, cafeic acid and cafeic acid derivatives, typically in a proportion of at least 70% by weight, expressed in gallic acid equivalent relative to the total polyphenol content by weight. The invention also relates to a composition comprising an extract according to the invention as active agent and a suitable excipient. The invention also relates to such a composition or such an extract for use thereof in preventing or treating disorders or pathological conditions of the skin, the mucous membranes or the superficial body growths. Finally, the invention relates to a cosmetic care process for the skin, the superficial body growths or the mucous membranes, with a view to improving the condition thereof or the appearance thereof, which consists in administering such a composition or such an extract.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method for determining the isotropy of the skin surface of a subject, and hence the degree of maturation of the said skin surface, by examining various parameters reflecting the cell organization. Methods for identifying active agents, raw materials and formulation are also provided.