Use of ellagic acid for treating graying hair

摘要

Cosmetic use of ellagic acid (I), its salts, metallic complexes, mono- or poly-ether derivatives, mono- or poly-acyl derivatives and carbonate derivatives or carbamates derived from hydroxyl groups to prevent, limit and/or stop the development of canities. Independent claims are included for: (1) a cosmetic composition comprising (I) in combination with another active agents that controls desquamating scalp and/or herbal extracts having propigmentante activity, in a medium; (2) a composition comprising (I) in combination with an agent slowing hair loss or promoting their regrowth; and (3) treatment of canities, comprises oral administration or topical application (on the zone to be treated) of a composition comprising (I). ACTIVITY : Dermatological; Endocrine-Gen. MECHANISM OF ACTION : Glutathione synthesis stimulator.