| abstract |
The present invention generally relates to a polar solvent (e.g., water) based extract of mud, more specifically of Dead Sea mud, as well as to process for its preparation, pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions thereof, and their use for skin, hair and scalp care and protection, and for treating various skin, hair and scalp related conditions including: psoriasis, arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, seborrheic dermatitis, xerosis (very dry skin), atopic dermatitis, eczema, diaper rush, sensitive skin, skin burns of stage I, rheumatism, delayed wound healing, and acne, as well as for cosmetic use for retaining skin moisture and repairing of impaired skin. More specifically, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions comprising a water based Dead Sea Mud extract for skin care and protection, and to methods for preparation thereof. The mud extract of the invention is transparent, it comprises large concentration of trace elements (e.g., Mn, Sr, Zn, V, Fe, Co, Cu, Se) and is stable under storage and usage conditions. |