| abstract |
A transformed plant extract containing a growth factor, or a growth factor purified from a transformed plant, or a mixture of growth factors derived from a transgenic or transformed plant in a purified form, for use in the topical treatment, dermatology and cosmetics fields. It comprises a, cosmetic and dermatological composition (cosmetic and dermatologic composition). Importantly, the present invention provides stabilized, safer growth factors that can be used for cosmetic and topical treatments. Preferred compositions include plant-produced growth factors and hyaluronic acid. Skin-care / dermatological compositions, including stabilized growth factors, have no risk of loss of activity from unwanted degradation products and the resulting composition. In addition, the compositions of the present invention do not include contaminants and transmissible agents that can result from animal or bacterial cell based expression systems. |