Abstract:
The invention relates to a nature-derived xanthone, for use in cosmetics, preferably in anti-aging and/or sensitive skin care and/or suncare products (aftersun exposure), preferably applied when reduction of skin sensitization/allergic reactions, and mitigation of skin photodamage (inflammation and collagen degradation) are needed.
Background:
The new results obtained in the in vitro and ex vivo studies, including its ability to reduce skin sensitization/allergic reactions, and mitigate photo-induced skin damage, by decreasing inflammation and collagen degradation.
Benefits:
- Safe profile for topical application;
- Anti-allergic;
- Decreases photo-induced skin damage;
- Multifunctional profile;
- Contributes to minimalistic cosmetic formulations;
- Nature-derived
Potential comercial use/applications:
Ingredient for aftersun cosmetic formulations.
Owners:
University of Porto;
University of Coimbra
