The present invention relates to a composition comprising Melissa leaf
extract that inhibits angiogenesis and matrix metalloproteinase activity.
The Melissa leaf extract of the present invention inhibits angiogenesis
and activity of matrix metalloproteinase, so that it can be applied to
treat or prevent diseases related to angiogenesis and matrix
metalloproteinase. The composition of the present invention comprising
Melissa leaf extract may also comprise more than one component of the
other anti-angiogenic, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging
components. This particular composition comprising Melissa leaf extract
can be used for pharmaceutical, dietetic and/or cosmetic purposes.