Method for enhancing the growth and fullness of hair
AssigneeAvon Products, Inc.
InventorsMichele C. Duggan, Satish Parimoo, Cheng Hwang
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Abstract
New fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1) inhibitors have been identified which are useful for promoting the retention and/or growth of keratin fibers, such as hair of the scalp, hair of the face (moustache, beard, etc.), eyebrows, eyelashes, and the like. The FGFR1 inhibitors may be formulated in effective amounts in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products.
Claims7
A method for promoting growth of keratin fibers comprising topically applying to an area of skin containing keratin fiber follicles a composition comprising a topically acceptable vehicle and a fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1) inhibiting amount of a botanical extract from Pouzolzia pentandra, for a time sufficient to delay the transition of the keratin fiber follicles from the anagen phase to the catagen phase.
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