| abstract |
The invention relates to the incorporation of di-sugar alcohol phosphates of C3 to C6 sugar alcohols and/or derivatives of said compounds, e.g. acids, salts, or esters, into cosmetic or dermatological formulations for protecting the skin against environmental influences. The inventive low-molecular compounds of this type take part in the active cell protection of the cells' own free-radical scavengers, antioxidants, DNA, cell membranes and other cell compartments, protecting them against harmful environmental influences, e.g. UV radiation, IR radiation and environmental stress (thermal, chemical and physical). The compatible solution can act as a co-solvent and intensify the penetration of other active ingredients added to the cosmetic formulation, not only to stabilise said ingredients in the formulation, but also to actively transport them into deeper dermal layers. |