| abstract |
In preferred embodiments, the present invention relates to compositions comprising colloidal metals and/or metals for the treatment and prevention of skin conditions and/or diseases. More specifically, the disclosed metal containing compositions are useful as antioxidants, anti-aging agents, anti-wrinkle agents, anti-peroxidation agents, antimicrobial agents, anti-inflammatory agents, pain-relieving agents, wound recovery agents, sun-screens, sunblocks, and integument and skin-supporting agents when applied to the skin/integument, or administered generally to an animal or human body. |