Abstract: The invention relates to a method for obtaining a Marsdenia cundurango extract containing terpinyl cinnamate compounds, the Marsdenia cundurango bark or wood extracts comprising terpinyl cinnamate compounds obtained by the method, cosmetic compositions comprising them, and the cosmetic uses of same for improving the barrier function of the skin, for improving protection against toxins and detoxification of the skin, and finally for reducing the signs of ageing.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for obtaining a Marsdenia cundurango extract containing terpinyl cinnamate compounds, the Marsdenia cundurango bark or wood extracts comprising terpinyl cinnamate compounds obtained by the method, cosmetic compositions comprising them, and the cosmetic uses of same for improving the barrier function of the skin, for improving protection against toxins and detoxification of the skin, and finally for reducing the signs of ageing.

Abstract: There is described a portable and foldable window blind comprising an sheet (1) of light-attenuating material having a resilient flexible frame (2) attached around its edge, the blind having fixing means (5) for attaching to a window, and the fixing means being attached to the sheet material of the blind by an elongate element (4). The elongate element (4) is preferably a flexible tension element such as a cord or strap, and may be elastic. The effective length of the elongate element (4) between the sheet (1) and the fixing device (5) may be adjusted by a clamping device (7) positioned on the side of the sheet material (1) remote from the fixing device (5) and selectively engagable at a variety of points along the length of the elongate element (4). There is also described an extension piece (26,27,28) for mounting the blind to a bay window.