LIGHT-ABSORBING COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE

摘要

The present disclosure relates to methods and compositions comprising naturally occurring light absorbing molecules for preventing damages from light exposure. Specific embodiments of this disclosure include fluorescent proteins from Brachiostoma lanceolatum.

主权项

1. A method for protecting the state of the skin from light damage in a subject in need thereof, in which said method comprises topically administering a composition comprising a dermatologically acceptable carrier or a vehicle and a functional Brachiostoma light absorbing protein polypeptide having SEQ ID No 11 formulated for topical administration comprising the following individual amino acid residue: Glu45, Trp61, Pro65, Gly68, Tyr69, Gly70, Phe71, His72, Tyr112, Trp167, Tyr169, Arg205, Glu220.