TITLE:COSMETIC COMPOSITION COMPRISING EXTRACT FROM MALLOTUS JAPONICUS FOR IMPROVING SKIN WRINKLES

摘要

Claimed are compositions for inhibiting elastase activity,enhancing collagen biosynthesis and improving skin wrinkles,comprising Mallotus japonicus extract as the active ingredient.The applicant writes that strong irritation associated with ultraviolet rays and the elevated level of active oxygen species associated with UV damage is responsible for the destruction of skin cells and the degradation of collagen and elastin.