abstract |
The present invention relates to the use of V eratrum There is nigrum . ussuriense , Juglans mandshurica , Rodgersia Podophylla , and Chaenomeles Sinensis , or a fraction thereof, as an active ingredient. The present invention also relates to a cosmetic composition, a food composition, an external composition for external use, a composition for external application for skin, and a pharmaceutical composition. The compositions of the present invention are excellent in DPPH radical scavenging activity, excellent in efficiency of inhibiting tyrosinase activity, and can be used for antioxidant or whitening purposes. |