| abstract |
The present invention provides a topical composition for use on the skin of an animal, the composition comprising caffeine in combination with one or more dermatologically-acceptable or pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, wherein the composition has a relatively low water content. Water contents of less than 10% or less than 1% or trace amounts of water are contemplated. The compositions may be used to treat a condition relating to the epidermis, dermis or subdermis, such as cellulite, cutis laxa, dry skin and lyphadema. |