Use of 2, 4-monofufurylidene-sorbitol and its tetraalkyl derivatives in cosmetics and dermatology

Abstract From the Canadian patent

The use of 2,4-monofurfurylidene-sorbitol and 2,4-monofurfurylidene-1,3,5,6-0-tetraalkylsorbitol wherein the alkyls are linear or branched C1 - C4, in the preparation of cosmetics and dermatology compositions for preventing premature ageing of the skin caused by free radicals which form in the skin either physiologically or by the effect of environmental pollutant substances or radiation. Said compositions are in the form of creams, gels, lotions sprays, etc. and, contain between 0.5 and 2% by weight or 2,4-monofurfurylidenesorbitol or 2,4-monofurfurylidene-1,3,5,6-0-tetraalkylsorbitol.