The use of plant extracts and sugars to protect keratinous tissue.

摘要

The invention provides a method of protecting keratinous fiber from extrinsic damage, e.g., protein loss caused by exposure to heat, chemicals, etc., comprising the application of a composition comprising at least one plant extract. The invention also contemplates a method of improving combability and/or a method of improving curl formation of keratinous fibers. In another embodiment, the invention is drawn to a composition for the treatment or protection of keratinous fiber comprising willowherb extract.