| abstract |
The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least cystine and glutathione in a cystine/glutathione ratio ranging from 1.5 to 4 as an active ingredient for whitening and/or lightening and/or depigmenting the skin, in particular for reducing the size of brown spots. For non-therapeutic, cosmetic, oral use, the composition advantageously relates to use further comprising glycine and/or glutamine. Preferably, it is also zinc or one of its salts, copper or one of its salts, selenium or one of its salts, vitamin B, in particular B3, B5, B6 and/or B8, vitamin E, melon juice extract, horsetail at least one component selected from the group formed by extracts and mixtures of such components. |