Use of Alisma orientale in cosmetics and compositions thereof
AssigneeAvon Products, Inc.
InventorsHelen H. Wang, Michelle D. Hines
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Abstract
The present invention describes compositions and methods for improving the appearance of skin, particularly, treating, preventing, ameliorating, reducing and/or eliminating excess accumulation or production of subcutaneous fat, such as cellulite, or conditions related to excess accumulation, production, or excretion of sebum, such as acne, an oily complexion, oily hair or scalp, or undesirable body odor, by topically applying compositions comprising Alisma orientate constituents, or extracts therefrom.
Claims7
A method of ameliorating, reducing, or treating excess subcutaneous fat production, comprising topically applying to a subject in need thereof, a topical composition consisting essentially of:
- a cosmetically, dermatologically, pharmaceutically, or physiologically effective amount of Alisma orientate or an extract thereof sufficient to reduce a condition selected from the group consisting of excess subcutaneous fat, upregulation of PPAR receptors, upregulation of stearoyl CoA desaturase, upregulation of adiponectin production, and/or any combinations thereof, and
- a cosmetically, dermatologically, pharmaceutically, or physiologically acceptable vehicle;
- wherein the topical composition is applied in an amount effective to ameliorate, reduce, or treat excess fat production in an area of non-diseased skin, thereby improving the skin's aesthetic appearance.
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