TOPICAL COMPOSITIONS FOR REGULATING THE OILY/SHINY APPEARANCE OF SKIN

摘要

The present invention relates to methods for inhibiting sebaceous gland activity in mammalian skin comprising administration of a topical composition comprising dehydroacetic acid or pharmaceuti cally acceptable salts thereof, and a dermatologically-acceptable carrier. The present invention also relates to methods and topical compositions furth er comprising agents which regulate the oily and/or shiny appearance of skin, and agents which treat acne and related skin disorders i n mammalian skin and scalp. Methods of reducing sebum synthesis with the use of dehydroacetic acid, methods of regulating the oily and/or shiny appearance of skin, and methods of treating acne and other skin disorders are also encompassed by the present invention.