Methods and compositions for the treatment of the skin

Details Methods and compositions for the treatment of the skin Methods and compositions for the treatment of the skin

1995-04-13

1997-01-14

Dodson, Shelley A.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Radical -xh acid, or anhydride, acid halide or salt thereof...

514558, 514864, A61K 31185

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055940315

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a method of skin treatment comprising the step of topically applying to skin affected by seborrheic dermatitis an amount of a composition comprising an excipient and from about 1% to 30% lithium ion, said amount being sufficient to reduce sebum production by said skin. The invention also relates to a method of skin treatment, which comprises the step of topically applying to skin affected by seborrheic dermatitis an amount of a composition comprising a topically acceptable excipient and an effective amount of a lithium salt.

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