abstract |
A composition for the treatment of skin includes an alpha amino acid, which is most preferably an alpha amino dicarboxylic acid such as aspartic acid or glutamic acid. The composition has a pH in the range of 0.5 to 5. Also disclosed is a method for preparing the compositions wherein the amino acid is first solubilized in a strong acid, and the resultant solution then neutralized with a base to the therapeutic pH range. Also disclosed is a carrier for dermatological compositions comprising a solution of ascorbic acid and mineral salts. |