USE OF HEMOLYMPH OR HEMOLYMPH COMPONENTS FOR THE TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF INFLAMMATION AND DRY SKIN

摘要

Uses are described for hemolymph, contents of hemolymph, fragments or components of the contents found within hemolymph, including hemocyanin, any of which may be derived from crustaceans, as functional agents to treat diseases, provide symptomatic relief, provide a beautifying or relieving effect to the intended organ or site-of-intended-use, or be used as an ingredient in formulations designed to aid in the relief of pathologies or states commonly associated with inflammation and dry skin, including, but not limited to eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, cystitis, asthma, sinusitis, joint pain, as well as other instances of acute and chronic inflammation, and for relief of general symptoms that may be associated with inflammation and dry skin but not linked directly in the intended use, including, but not limited to, redness, itchiness, irritation, muscle or joint fatigue, swelling, hydrating the skin, and reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL).