| abstract |
A topical cosmetic formulation, comprising: an acceptable carrier for cosmetic use in combination with a first defensin; wherein the first defensin is selected from the group consisting of alpha-defensin 1, alpha-defensin 5, alphadefensin 6, neutrophil defensin 2, neutrophil defensin 3, neutrophil defensin 4, a zetadefensin, beta-defensin 1, beta- defensin 3 and beta-defensin 4; and where the first defensin is present in the topical cosmetic formulation at a concentration that is ineffective in inhibiting microbial growth, and where the topical cosmetic formulation is a ready-to-use topical cosmetic formulation. |