cosmetic compositions containing extract of lingonberry (vaccinium vitis idea)

摘要

A topical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of an aqueous extract of a combination of lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis Idea) fruit and leafs extracts together with a dermatologically acceptable carrier is described. The composition may be used for treating skin conditions selected from the group consisting of wrinkling, sagging, photodamaged skin, dry skin, flaky skin, irritated skin, itchy skin and age spots, aged, wrinkled and photodamaged skin. A cosmetic method of treating skin is also described. Topical application of the composition to human skin has a photo-protecting and regenerating effect on the skin as well as inhibiting collagen degradation.