Containing Or Obtained From A Flower Or Blossom (aka Flos) Patents (Class 424/778)
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Publication number: 20130302419Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a plant extract obtained from at least one plant of the Anacardiaceae family, for the preparation of a pharmaceutical composition used as a new herbal medicine for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of disorders associated with the digestive tract, and the relief of symptoms associated with these disorders. Additionally, through the scope of the present invention, the substances isolated from said extract also consist of the active ingredients of pharmaceutical compositions. A third objective of the invention is the use of said pharmaceutical compositions in the preparation of the class of herbal medicines for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of disorders associated with the digestive tract, in different stages, with posology and daily dosing.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2011Publication date: November 14, 2013Applicant: HEBRON FARMACEUTICA PESQUISA, DESENVOLVIMENTO E INOVACAO TECNOLOGICA LTDAInventors: Avaniel Marinho Da Silva, Tulio Flávio Accioly Lima E Moura, Severino Barbosa Dos Santos
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Publication number: 20130287873Abstract: The disclosure provides a pharmaceutical composition for promoting wound healing, including an effective amount of a Sambucus plant or an Isatis plant as an active ingredient for promoting wound healing; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or medium, wherein the Sambucus plant is Sambucus formosana Nakai, and the Isatis plant is Isatis indigotica Fort.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2013Publication date: October 31, 2013Applicant: Industrial Technology Research InstituteInventors: Pei-Yi TSAI, Hsiang-Wen TSENG, Yen-Chun CHEN, Hui-Chun HSU, Yi-Hung WEN, Chun-Chung WANG, Shu-Jiau CHIOU
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Patent number: 8568790Abstract: The present invention relates to medicinal compositions containing a honey having non peroxide antibacterial activity and wherein the composition comprises from about 19% to about 80% water by weight. The use of these compositions in the treatment of eye, respiratory and ear conditions is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2007Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Medihoney Pty Ltd.Inventor: Anthony Peter Moloney
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Publication number: 20130280320Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing articles impregnated with at least one plant substance from at least one plant, characterized in that it comprises the following steps: a) Extraction and/or pressing of at least one plant (V1), or at least one part of said plant, producing a liquid plant extract (E1)) and a solid fibrous residue (R1), then b) Separation of said plant extract (E1) from said fibrous residue (R1), and c) Destructuring of said fibrous residue (R1), d) Production of a fibrous web or of an article made from the fibrous residue (R1) obtained in step c), and e) Impregnation of said fibrous residue (R1) with (i) at least said plant extract (E1), which is optionally concentrated, purified, flavored and/or fragranced, with (ii) at least one water-soluble or liposoluble plant substance isolated from said plant extract (E1), with (iii) at least one composition comprising at least one optionally concentrated, purified, flavored and/or fragranced water-soluble or liposoluble substanType: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2011Publication date: October 24, 2013Applicant: SCHWEITZER-MAUDUIT INTERNATIONAL, INCInventor: Bernard Mompon
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Patent number: 8557304Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of isolating phenolic secondary plant constituents from plant material using a microporous membrane which displays affinity ligands for the phenolic secondary plant constituents.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2010Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: Sartorius Stedim Biotech GmbHInventors: Hans-Heinrich Hoerl, Wolfgang Demmer, Rene Faber
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Publication number: 20130266677Abstract: Disclosed is a topical skin composition comprising an aqueous extract from a part of Nymphaea gigantea, wherein said part consists of the flower of Nymphaea gigantea, an aqueous extract from a part of Plumeria alba, wherein said part consists of the flower of Plumeria alba, and a dermatologically acceptable vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines
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Publication number: 20130251660Abstract: Disclosed are skin wetting and penetrating compositions and methods, where the compositions comprise the following, or combinations thereof: a surfactant, yeast exo-proteins, a stabilizer, and optionally an oil, humectant, or dermatological active agent.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2013Publication date: September 26, 2013Applicant: ADVANCED BIOCATALYTICS CORP.Inventors: Michael G. GOLDFELD, Andrew H. MICHALOW, Carl W. PODELLA, John W. BALDRIDGE
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Patent number: 8529968Abstract: The invention concerns a decontaminating composition having simultaneously bactericidal, fungicidal and virocidal properties, comprising as active components eugenol, eugenol acetate, vanillin and carvacrol, characterized in that said active constituents are present in the following percentages by weight: at least about 12% eugenol, at least about 3% eugenol acetate, at least about 0.1% vanillin and at least about 0.5% carvacrol. Said decontaminating composition can be used as liquid or solid soaps. It can also impregnate in liquid form fabrics and nonwoven fabrics such as garments for medical use, bed sheets, slip covers, surgery drape, dressings and gauze such as those applied to the skin of serious burn victims.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2005Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: Hightech Bio-Activities Holding GmbHInventors: Hakima Belbachir, Jean Angelidis
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Publication number: 20130224132Abstract: The present invention provides a colouring pre-mix for use in colouring of a cosmetic composition and a coloured cosmetic composition including the same, wherein the colouring pre-mix includes 45-80 wt-% benzyl benzoate; 20-49 wt-% dipropylene glycol; 0.00001-5 wt-% colouring plant extracts; and optionally 0.00001-5 wt-% colorants; with the provision that the content of benzyl benzoate exceeds the content of dipropylene glycol, wherein all data given in wt-% refer to the total weight of the colouring pre-mix.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2013Publication date: August 29, 2013Applicant: COTY INC.Inventor: COTY INC.
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Publication number: 20130209593Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for treating drug addiction comprising herb Gelsemium elegans Benth. and the flower of herb Datura metel L., and optionally any pharmaceutically acceptable excipient, wherein the weight/weight ratio of the raw material of Gelsemium elegans Benth. to the raw material of the flower of Datura metel is from 2:1 to 6:1.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2011Publication date: August 15, 2013Applicant: YUNNAN MINGJINGHENGLI PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.Inventor: Kaiyi Chang
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Patent number: 8507015Abstract: This invention provides a composition and method for countering the effects of alcohol consumption by a person. The composition provided is a specifically proportion combination of various vitamins, potassium, magnesium, milk thistle extract, amino acids, green tea extract, prickly pear extract, malic acid, and optionally Maqui berry extract, and various other additives for flavor and preservatives for a liquid formulation. The method includes orally administering the composition to a person under the influence of alcohol.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2011Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: Lquid Innovations, LLCInventors: Cason Thorsby, Curtis Thorsby
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Publication number: 20130196010Abstract: The invention provides methods for treating and/or preventing the recurrence of a senile cataract, and/or for inhibiting the development of a senile cataract and/or an incipient senile cataract, in a human or animal subject. The invention further provides nutraceutical compositions suited for the same, derived from an extract of the plant Capraria biflora. The compositions comprise the extract in a therapeutically sufficient amount for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a senile cataract in a human and/or animal subject.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: August 1, 2013Applicant: BURROWS ENTERPRISES, LLCInventor: BURROWS ENTERPRISES, LLC
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Patent number: 8496975Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising benzophenanthridine alkaloids, benzofuran compounds and catechin polyphenols, which are useful in the treatment and prevention of infections of the oral cavity.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2009Date of Patent: July 30, 2013Assignee: Indena S.p.A.Inventors: Ezio Bombardelli, Gabriele Fontana, Andrea Giori, Paolo Morazzoni, Antonella Riva, Massimo Ronchi
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Publication number: 20130189383Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for inhibition of xanthine oxidase comprising administrating an effective amount of the extracts from Acacia spp.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2013Publication date: July 25, 2013Applicant: NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITYInventor: NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY
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Patent number: 8491947Abstract: Disclosed are methods and preparations useful for reducing fat at a targeted area(s) on a human. The preparations comprise as an active ingredient an adipolysis enhancing (i.e., fat-melting) amount of an active ingredient, paeoniflorin (PF). The preparations may be provided as an injectable preparation or as a topically applied preparation, such as in the form of a crème or lotion. In topical preparations, the active ingredient paeoniflorin may be contained within nanospheres, such as albumin nanospheres. The PF-containing preparations may also include a permeant, such as azone. The method may be accompanied by the application of ultrasound to the area being treated prior to, during or after, or prior to, during, and after application of the paeoniflorin preparation to an area of the body in which fat reduction is desired.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2011Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Inventor: Bakr Rabie
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Patent number: 8486466Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Lilium siberia and a carrier. Also provided are methods of lightening the skin comprising the step of applying to skin in need of skin lightening treatment an extract of Lilium siberia.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.Inventors: Chong Jin Loy, Khalid Mahmood, Claude Saliou, Lijun Yu
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Patent number: 8481093Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising certain extracts of Lilium Candidum and a carrier. Also provided are methods of lightening the skin comprising the step of applying to skin in need of skin lightening treatment one or more certain extracts of Lilium Candidum.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.Inventors: Chong Jin Loy, Khalid Mahmood, Claude Saliou
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Publication number: 20130149268Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Maesa japonica to impart anti-aging benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2012Publication date: June 13, 2013Applicant: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.Inventor: Avon Products, Inc.
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Patent number: 8460719Abstract: A first composition including copper sulfate, citric acid, ammonium carbonate, propionic acid, Yucca schidigera extract, and antioxidants from essential oils and a second composition including sodium acid sulfate, citric acid and antioxidants from essential oils are sequentially administered to livestock through the drinking water supply to reduce the incidence of diseases such as Clostridium, E. coli and Salmonella and, thus, reliance on antibiotics to control the diseases.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2012Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Assignee: JRW Technologies, LLCInventor: Randy H. Olsen
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Publication number: 20130139283Abstract: The invention provides a method for protecting plants and crops products against a variety of pests. The damages are prevented or mitigated, or the pest infestation is controlled, by applying a composition containing a pomegranate extract onto fruits and vegetables, or by employing it in the vicinity of the plant or crops.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2011Publication date: May 30, 2013Applicant: GANIR (1992) LTD.Inventors: Yuval Katzir, Samir Droby, Eli Budman, Radi Aly, Chaim Sharon, Arie Yaari, Gilad Agmon
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Patent number: 8445039Abstract: The present invention relates to an antioxidant cosmetic composition, and more particularly to an antioxidant cosmetic composition containing, as an active ingredient, either an extract of at least one of peony, Polygonati rhizoma and lily, processed using a medicinal herb processing technique, or a mixture of said extract and an extract of at least one of unprocessed peony, Polygonati rhizoma and lily.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2009Date of Patent: May 21, 2013Assignee: Amorepacific CorporationInventors: Dong Hyun Kim, Jun Seong Park, Jae Kyoung Lee, Hye Yoon Park, Soo Mi Ahn, Duck Hee Kim, Han Kon Kim
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Patent number: 8435571Abstract: The invention relates to plant extracts, especially based on species of the genus Agapanthus and combinations thereof with other extracts deriving from other plants. The invention further relates to the isolation, purification and identification of compounds in these extracts. The plant extracts and the isolated substances show significant antimicrobial activity, especially antifungal activity, and bio-stimulatory efficacy, when applied to other plants in vitro and in vivo, including under field conditions. The products according to this invention are suitable to be used as plant protecting agents for many crops and economic plants as an alternative for chemical pesticides.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2011Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignees: Afrarforum AG, Agrarforum SA (Pty.) Ltd.Inventor: Johannes Christiaan Pretorius
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Patent number: 8425954Abstract: A THC composition comprises cannabis leaves simmered in butter, which is then filtered and cooled, and then mixed with shea butter. The resulting compound is used for topical skin relief, sun protection for skin and other uses. The butter used for simmering the cannabis leaves may be cow butter, sheep butter, olive oil, cooking oil, and other compositions.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2011Date of Patent: April 23, 2013Inventor: Sonya Stone
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Patent number: 8383690Abstract: The present invention deals with the pharmaceutical composition comprising the therapeutically effective amount of a compound oenothein C obtained from the bioactive fraction of plant Woodfordia fruticosa optionally along with one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers, additives, lubricants and diluents. Further it also provides a method of treating peptic ulcer diseases in a subject using the said pharmaceutical composition. It also relates to the use of the compound oenothein C in the treatment of peptic ulcer related diseases and a process for the isolation of the said compound.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2011Date of Patent: February 26, 2013Assignee: Council of Scientific and Industrial ResearchInventors: Sukdeb Banerjee, Pratap K. Das, Suchandra Goswami, Annalakshmi Chinniah, Nilendu Panda, Niranjan Prasad Sahu, Basudeb Achari
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Publication number: 20130045290Abstract: The present invention relates, e.g., to a system for treating damaged skin, comprising a cosmeceutical formulation comprising about 1-10% of a mixture of perfluorocarbons (PFC's) of at least three different molecular weights, and about 0.001-5% hyaluronic acid (HA) of molecular weight about 100 kDa or less, packaged in an aerosol spray container.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2012Publication date: February 21, 2013Applicant: Kate Somerville Skincare, LLCInventors: Kate Somerville, Fred Khoury
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Publication number: 20120276231Abstract: A producing method of Abelmoschus manihot Medicus flower perfumed products comprises steps of choosing a carrier from one of Abelmoschus manihot Medicus oil, vegetable oil with unsaturated fatty acid more than 60% and acid value less than 4.0, and cosmetic base oil grade high purity mineral oil; choosing Abelmoschus manihot Medicus flowers as main ingredient flowers; immersing the main ingredient flowers in the carrier by immersing the main ingredient flowers below a liquid level of the carrier; and placing stationarily the carrier with the main ingredient flowers immersed therein in dark places and keeping the carrier out of any direct sunlight under an environment with a temperature between 18 degrees centigrade and 48 degrees centigrade for more than 6 hours, or a temperature below 18 degrees centigrade for more than 180 hours.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 7, 2012Publication date: November 1, 2012Applicant: Beijing Dongsheng Agricultural Technology Development (Group) Co., LTD.Inventors: Zhiyuan Wang, Shaozhang Wang
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Patent number: 8298593Abstract: A first composition including copper sulfate, citric acid, ammonium carbonate, propionic acid, Yucca schidigera extract, and antioxidants from essential oils and a second composition including sodium acid sulfate, citric acid and antioxidants from essential oils are sequentially administered to livestock through the drinking water supply to reduce the incidence of diseases such as Clostridium, E. coli and Salmonella and, thus, reliance on antibiotics to control the diseases.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2010Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: JRW Technologies, LLCInventor: Randy H. Olsen
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Patent number: 8293293Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Lilium martagon and a carrier. Also provided are methods of lightening the skin comprising the step of applying to skin in need of skin lightening treatment an extract of Lilium martagon.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.Inventor: Khalid Mahmood
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Publication number: 20120225140Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for counteracting the toxicity of smoking. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition including an extract from a whole tomato plant Hedyotis diffusa, Sorbus commixta, Lithospermum erythrorhizon Siebold & Zucc, and Alnus japonica Steud as an active ingredient counteracting the toxicity of smoking.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2010Publication date: September 6, 2012Inventor: Jong Hyun Nam
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Publication number: 20120225146Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for improving fatty liver, including at least one selected from the group consisting of a whole tomato plant extract, a Torilis japonica decandolle extract and a Lithospermum erythrorhizon Siebold & Zucc extract as an active ingredient.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2010Publication date: September 6, 2012Inventor: Jong Hyun Nam
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Patent number: 8241683Abstract: The invention provides a decolonizing agent that can effectively decolonize Helicobacter pylori. The decolonizing agent for Helicobacter pylori contains Elsholtzia rugulosa hemsl honey as an active ingredient.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2008Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: Kikuji YamaguchiInventors: Kikuji Yamaguchi, Toru Kono
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Publication number: 20120189725Abstract: Disclosed is a topical skin composition comprising an aqueous extract from a part of Nymphaea gigantea, wherein said part consists of the flower of Nymphaea gigantea, an aqueous extract from a part of Plumeria alba, wherein said part consists of the flower of Plumeria alba, and a dermatologically acceptable vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2012Publication date: July 26, 2012Inventors: Tiffany FLORENCE, David GAN, Michelle HINES
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ANTI-BACTERIAL COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING EXTRACTS OF EREMOPHILA LONGIFOLIA AND METHODS FOR USE OF SAME
Publication number: 20120189558Abstract: A method for inhibiting growth of bacteria is provided wherein the method comprises the step of administering to a region in need of bacterial growth inhibition an anti-bacterially effective amount of a composition comprising an extract from the plant Eremophila longifolia. The method has utility in the treatment of a number of conditions, including cariogenesis, halitosis, gingivitis and/or periodontitis. The method of the invention may also be used ex vivo to prevent growth of bacterial biofilms on the surfaces of medical devices and other surfaces, such as those found in water systems, ventilation systems, plumbing systems, air conditioners, humidifiers and hot tubs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2010Publication date: July 26, 2012Inventor: Patrick T. Prendergast -
Patent number: 8211481Abstract: A method for making a Hypericum perforatum extract in Neem oil, provides of: combining an amount of Hypericum flowers and/or capsules with a quantity of Neem oil; introducing into a reactor the mixture made of the amounts of Hypericum flowers and/or capsules and of Neem oil; maintaining the mixture vacuum, under agitation for a predefined time and temperature. A composition includes Neem oil and Hypericum flowers and/or capsules. Such composition includes moreover a solvent or a mixture of solvents.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2008Date of Patent: July 3, 2012Assignee: Moses S.r.l.Inventor: Marco Mosconi
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Publication number: 20120156267Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Lilium martagon and a carrier. Also provided are methods of lightening the skin comprising the step of applying to skin in need of skin lightening treatment an extract of Lilium martagon.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Inventor: Khalid Mahmood
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Publication number: 20120157939Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Lilium siberia and a carrier. Also provided are methods of lightening the skin comprising the step of applying to skin in need of skin lightening treatment an extract of Lilium siberia.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Inventors: Chong Jin Loy, Khalid Mahmood, Claude Saliou, Lijun Yu
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Publication number: 20120148651Abstract: According to one embodiment, a coagulant comprising calcium nitrate and an antimicrobial agent is disclosed. The coagulant may be used in the molding process to releasably bond the substrate material to the mold and to bond to the antimicrobial to the substrate material.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2010Publication date: June 14, 2012Applicant: MEDLINE INDUSTRIES INC.Inventors: Samuel T. Amdur, Min Yao
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Patent number: 8173184Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and corresponding methods of their use that include Nymphaea gigantea, Syzygium moorei, Cupaniopsis anacardioides, Archidendron hendersonii, Tristaniopsis laurina, Brachychiton acerifolius, Stenocarpus sinuatus, Alphitonia excelsa, Eucalyptus coolabah, Plumeria alba, Cocos nucifera, or Tamarindus indica extract.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2010Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Mary Kay Inc.Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines
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Patent number: 8168211Abstract: A polyphenol-rich plant extract is used in combination with at least one hydrating or humectant agent, as cosmetic active agents in a cosmetic composition. The combination improves hydrating and antioxidant cosmetic care.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2010Date of Patent: May 1, 2012Assignee: LVMH RechercheInventors: Marc Dumas, Michèle Neveu, Béatrice Beaufrere-Seron, Jean-Hubert Cauchard, Valérie Krzych
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Patent number: 8153146Abstract: The invention is an organic pesticide or fungicide made from components of hop extract by preparing stable aqueous emulsions of hop acids and other hop extract components. The hop acids and other hop extract components are suspended as stable, colloidal preparations in water, which can be sprayed on plants for pest control.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2004Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: John I. HaasInventors: Gene Probasco, Mark M. Bossert, David W. Hysert
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Publication number: 20120076848Abstract: Methods and systems are described for a rapid and sustainable change in the pigment melanin content of melanocytes of the iris stroma, thereby to change the color of the eye. Also described are nanoparticle compositions for lightening the pigmented tissues or treating a pigmented tissue related disease.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2010Publication date: March 29, 2012Inventor: Kambiz Thomas Moazed
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Publication number: 20120070519Abstract: A method of obtaining one or more fractions from one or more plants is disclosed. The method includes subjecting one or more parts of the one or more plants to hydro-alcoholic extraction in presence of a water-insoluble solvent to obtain one or more extracts. The method further includes subjecting the one or more extracts to one or more of de-pigmentation, de-fatting and detoxification process to obtain the one or more fractions. The one or more fractions thus obtained contain a desired pharmacologically active ingredient in concentration greater than concentrations of other pharmacologically active ingredients present in the at least one fraction. Further, the one or more fractions are less toxic as compared with corresponding one or more fractions obtained by conventional methods. In addition, the one or more fractions are therapeutically more effective in various diseases as compared to one or more fractions obtained by conventional methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2010Publication date: March 22, 2012Applicant: BIO-VED Pharmaceuticals, Pvt. Ltd.Inventors: Deepa Chitre, Debendranath Dey
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Publication number: 20120070521Abstract: A method of obtaining one or more fractions from a plant material of Withania somnifera (WS) is disclosed. The method includes subjecting the plant material to hydro-alcoholic extraction in presence of a water-insoluble solvent to obtain at least one extract. The method further includes subjecting the at least one extract obtained from the hydro-alcoholic extraction to at least one of de-pigmentation, de-fatting and detoxification process to obtain the one or more fractions. The one or more fractions thus obtained contain Withaferin A in a concentration greater than concentrations of other pharmacologically active ingredients present in the one or more fractions. The one or more fraction thus obtained and one or more compositions containing the one or more fractions are effective in inhibiting proliferation of mammalian cancerous cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2010Publication date: March 22, 2012Applicant: Bio-Ved Pharmaceuticals, PVT., Ltd.Inventors: Deepa Chitre, Debendranath Dey, Sunetra Chaskar, Sachin Chaturvedi
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Publication number: 20120064021Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one extract from the orchid Dendrobium chrysotoxum as an active agent and at least one cosmetically acceptable excipient. The invention relates to the use in a cosmetic composition of an extract from the orchid Dendrobium chrysotoxum as an active agent for preventing or delaying the appearance of the signs of skin ageing or for slowing or attenuating the effects thereof, or else also for promoting cell or tissue longevity. The invention in particular relates to an orchid extract inhibiting the expression and/or the activity of the mitochondrial protein Smac/DIABLO.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2011Publication date: March 15, 2012Applicant: LVMH RECHERCHEInventors: Virginie LEPLANQUAIS, Patrice ANDRE, Virginie PECHER
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Publication number: 20120039928Abstract: The present invention relates to an extract of a processed herbal medicinal plant and a composition for skin external application which contains the extract. More specifically, the composition for skin external application contains an extract of processed herbal medicinal plant, prepared through a method comprising the steps of: (a) processing an herbal medicinal plant by a process of boiling, steaming, roasting, baking or heating the medicinal plant or a combination of two or more of these processes; (b) obtaining an extract of the processed medicinal plant. The composition shows an improved antioxidant effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2011Publication date: February 16, 2012Inventors: Jun Seong Park, Hye Yoon Park, Dong Hyun Kim, Eun Jeong Moon, Ji Hye Chung, Jae Kyoung Lee, Duck Hee Kim, Han Kon Kim
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Publication number: 20120034325Abstract: The invention provides a formulation for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections by administering an effective amount of the formulation comprising an extract of at least one plant selected from Allium sativum, Acorus calamus, Alstonia scholaris, Carissa spinarum, Cissampelos pareria, Chenopodium ambrosioides, Moringa olifera, Paederia foetida, Shorea robusta, Piper nigrum, Pueraria tuberosa, Ocimum sanctum, Terminalia bellirica, Tinospora cordifolia and Zingiber officinale, and a combination thereof. The invention also provides a process for preparing and method of using the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Inventors: Shatrughna Prasad Vaidya, Ram Chander Vaidya
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Patent number: 8101212Abstract: The present invention is directed to bioactive botanical cosmetic compositions derived from membrane and cell serum fractions of plant cell juice. The present invention also relates to the methods for preparing these bioactive botanical cosmetic compositions and the uses of these compositions in various cosmetic formulations and as topical skin cosmetic applications.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2008Date of Patent: January 24, 2012Assignee: Akzo Nobel Surface Chemistry LLCInventor: Michael Koganov
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Publication number: 20120015062Abstract: The invention relates to plant extracts, especially based on species of the genus Agapanthus and combinations thereof with other extracts deriving from other plants. The invention further relates to the isolation, purification and identification of compounds in these extracts. The plant extracts and the isolated substances show significant antimicrobial activity, especially antifungal activity, and bio-stimulatory efficacy, when applied to other plants in vitro and in vivo, including under field conditions. The products according to this invention are suitable to be used as plant protecting agents for many crops and economic plants as an alternative for chemical pesticides.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2011Publication date: January 19, 2012Applicants: AGRARFORUM SA (PTY) LTD., AGRARFORUM AGInventor: Johannes Christiaan Pretorius
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Publication number: 20120009288Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for inhibition of xanthine oxidase comprising administrating an effective amount of the extracts from Acacia spp.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2011Publication date: January 12, 2012Applicant: NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITYInventors: SHANG-TZEN CHANG, YU-TANG TUNG
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Patent number: 8092846Abstract: The invention provides compositions containing a fraction isolated or derived from hops and a methylxanthine. The invention additionally provides compositions containing a fraction derived from hops and a curcuminoid. The invention also provides methods of using such compositions to reduce inflammation.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2005Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: Metaproteomics, LLCInventors: John G. Babish, Matthew L. Tripp, Jeffrey S. Bland