A skin lightening composition and method of using the same

Details A skin lightening composition and method of using the same A skin lightening composition and method of using the same

1974-06-12

1976-02-10

Meyers, Albert T.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Bleach for live hair or skin

424 47, 424 59, A61K 7135

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039378101

ABSTRACT:
Skin can be lightened by application of a composition containing a skin lightening amount of niacin and a physiologically acceptable carrier. Such a composition contains from 0.2% to about 10% by weight of niacin and optionally also a compound which absorbs ultra-violet light in the range 290-360 nm to counteract the tanning and burning effect of sunlight.

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Daniels et al., Journ. of Investigative Dermatology, 1960, Vol. 35, pp. 329 to 332.
Chem. Abstracts, 1959, Vol. 53, p. 15484.

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