ANTIMICROBIAL COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS

摘要

The present invention relates to cosmetic or pharmaceutical formulations for topical application which comprises an antimicrobial effective amount of 3-furan carboxylic acid. The formulation also optionally comprises an anti-irritant effective amount of ferulic acid and an antimicrobial effective amount of 2-furan carboxylic acid. The invention also provides cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of inflammation, comprising effective amounts of 2-furan carboxylic acid or 3-furan carboxylic acid, or mixtures thereof.