MAGNESIUM ENRICHED EXTRACT OF BLUE-GREEN ALGA SPIRULINA AND THE USE THEREOF IN COSMETIC AND DERMATOLOGICAL SKIN-CARE AND BODY CARE AGENTS

摘要

The invention relates to an aqueous or aqueous-alcoholic extract of the blue-green algal taxon Spirulina, characterized in that it contains at least 10 wt. % magnesium in relation to the dry weight of said extract. The inventive blue-green alga extract is an efficacious component for stimulating intracellular synthesis of ATP and matrix proteins and differentiation of keratinozytes. The blue-green alga extract is used in topical preparations for cleaning and cosmetic care of the skin and hair, in addition to the production of agents for dermatological treatment of the skin.