Skin protectant comprising 5-substituted and 5,5-disubstituted 3, 4- dihydroxy-2(5H)-furanones

摘要

Formulations of racemic or optically active 3,4-dihydroxy-5- aryl- 2(5H) -furanoncs are provided for topical administration to the skin for the inhibition and prevention of sunburn cell formation resulting from exposure to ultraviolet radiation and other sources of damage, and for the treatment of skin aging. The compounds may be formulated in combination with a sunscreen, and may be applied before, during, and/or after exposure.