| abstract |
A composition that includes a novel association of antioxidant acids demonstrates an unexpected synergistic antioxidant effect that is relevant for the topical treatment of signs of aging and reducing cutaneous lipid peroxidation. The composition includes (a) gallic acid, (b) ferulic acid, (c) ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), and (d) salicylic acid, all present in the composition in amounts sufficient to produce the synergistic antioxidant activity. In some embodiments, gallic acid is present in an amount that is in the range from about 1% to about 10%, and in some examples, in an amount that is at least about 5%. |