| abstract |
A topical compound for reducing sagging or wrinkles in the neck area of human skin. The compound includes safe and effective amounts of a mild topical astringent (such as Camphor) for skin tightening, a topical antispasmodic (such as benzyl cinnamate) for skin smoothing, and a topical skin irritant to increase localized skin circulation. The compound can also optionally include palmitoyl pentapeptide-3 to stimulate production of collagen and elastin in skin, a mushroom ferment extract to increase the cell turnover rate skin, and to increase hydration, skin firmness and elimination of fine facial lines, a cocao ferment extract to inhibit lipid peroxidation, inhibit excess ornithine decarboxylase activity, and stimulate cutaneous blood flow to reduce lines and wrinkles, and a Lactobacillus lysate extract to stimulate collagen production. These ingredients are mixed in a dermatologically acceptable carrier for topical application. |