abstract |
A dermatological composition for use in improving the appearance of scars comprising 20-30 parts by weight of polyethylene glycol 200, 0.005-0.03 parts by weight of preservative, 0.05-0.2 parts by weight of sorbic acid, 0.5-2 parts by weight of allantoin, 1-3 parts by weight of xanthan gum, 5-15 parts by weight of fluid onion extract (Extract Allium Cepa), dermatologically-acceptable aqueous carrier 55-65 parts by weight, perfume oil optional, for a total of 100 parts by weight, in the form of a light milky gel, and a method of improving the appearance of a scar comprising the step of applying to the scar a dermatologically-effective amount thereof. |