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US 9,808,496 B2Granted
Use of a myrtle extract as an anti-biofilm agent against P. acnes
AssigneePierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmetique
InventorsJoelle Luc, Christel Fiorini-Puybaret
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Abstract
The invention relates to a dermatological composition containing a myrtle extract in a concentration that is higher than or equal to 0.01 wt. %, for the use thereof as an anti-biofilm agent against Propionibacterium acnes.
Claims9
A method for treating acne or folliculitis decalvans comprising:
- topically administering to a person in need thereof of an effective amount of a first dermatological composition containing myrtle extract at a concentration of 0.01% to 1% by weight, and further comprising the simultaneous, separate or sequential administration of a second dermatological composition containing at least one antibiotic.
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