Summary of the Invention

In one aspect, the invention includes a method for treating a person suffering from a skin condition characterized by inflammation. The method includes administering a composition comprising an extract of sea bindweed. The administration can be performed on a schedule selected from daily administration, twice daily administration, and thrice daily administration. In an exemplary embodiment, the compound is administered at a daily dose of between about 500 mg to about 2000 mg. In another embodiment, the compound is administered at least once daily for a period of between about one week to about 4 months.

In one embodiment, the composition may be given by oral administration and/or parenteral administration.
In another aspect, the invention includes a composition for treating a skin condition. The composition contains an extract of sea bindweed, and derivatives thereof; and a physiologically acceptable carrier. In a preferred embodiment, the skin condition is selected from eczema and psoriasis.