CHLORIN E6 FOR THE TREATMENT, PREVENTION OR IMPROVEMENT OF ACNE

摘要

The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition or a cosmetic composition comprising a chlorin e6 as an active ingredient which has an outstanding antimicrobial activity for acne germs. Since the chlorin e6 has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities, the chlorin e6 can be used as an active ingredient for treating, preventing, and alleviating various skin diseases and, in particular, has an excellent effect on acne. [Reference numerals] (AA) Growth rate of acne germs (%); (BB) Fluorescent light irradiation; (CC) Darkroom; (DD) Control group; (EE) Test group (50 mM)