| abstract |
The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising at least one reaction product of DNA selected from the group consisting of oxidation products of mononucleosides, oxidation products of nucleobases, photoproducts of mononucleosides, and photoproducts of nucleobases. In one embodiment, the invention includes a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising at least one 8-hydroxypurine nucleoside. The invention also includes methods for preventing or treating degenerative or inflammatory skin symptoms, reducing skin wrinkles, preventing skin aging or firming the skin comprising applying the cosmetic or dermatological preparation to the skin, optionally in combination with laser or abrasive treatment. |