Abstract: Regimen for the treatment of rosacea include the application of an anti-redness composition to at least a portion of the cleansed area of skin afflicted with rosacea. The regimen may include the application of one or more of a polymetal complex, a composition containing metronidazole, and/or a protective composition. Kits containing components useful in performing such regimens are also described.

Abstract: Bimetal chelates are prepared from a solution formed by adding to a solvent one or more polyfunctional acids with basic salts of two or more coordination elements listed in Groups IIIA to VIIIA, Groups IB to IIIB, of periods 4 and 5 and aluminum in Group IIIB, period 3 of The Periodic Table of the Elements and recovering the chelate. Such chelates can be used to formulate useful products.

Abstract: Methods of forming bimetal complexes including reacting polyfunctional compounds with two or more coordination elements and recovering a bimetal complex.

Abstract: Reaction products of polyfunctional compounds with two or more coordination elements are described.

Abstract: Bimetal chelates are prepared from a solution formed by adding to a solvent one or more polyfunctional acids with basic salts of two or more coordination elements listed in Groups IIIA to VIIIA, Groups IB to IIIB, of periods 4 and 5 and aluminum in Group IIIB, period 3 of The Periodic Table of the Elements and recovering the chelate. Such chelates can be used to formulate useful products.

Abstract: Metal complex salts of the coordination elements listed in Groups IIIA to VIIIA, Groups IB to IIIB, of periods 4 and 5 and aluminum in Group IIIB, period 3 of The Periodic Table of the Elements, obtained as the reaction products of polyfunctional acids with two or more of such elements are described. Copper-zinc malonates and a process for their preparation are disclosed.

Abstract: Organic peroxide compositions are stabilized against decomposition by the use of antioxidants, resulting in increased shelf life of products made using the compositions.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition and method for reducing the appearance of pores. The composition is based on a silicone elastomer or a water soluble or dispersible polymer and light scattering particles, and having a specified unique rheological profile. The inventive compositions and methods deliver an improvement in appearance of pores of at least about 2, preferably at least about 4, as measured by the Pore Ruler. Pores appear less significant and smaller in size, while natural skin tone is maintained.

Abstract: Excellent percutaneous absorption of drug or active agent is achieved by pre-treating skin with a cationic constituent prior to application of a drug or active agent.

Abstract: Reaction products of polyfunctional compounds with two or more coordination elements are described.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of treating skin irritation are disclosed where a conditioning composition is applied to the skin of a user. The compositions and methods are useful to prevent, reduce and/or eliminate irritation of the skin subjected to topical treatment.

Abstract: Metal complex salts of the coordination elements listed in Groups IIIA to VIIIA, Groups IB to IIIB, of periods 4 and 5 and aluminum in Group IIIB, period 3 of The Periodic Table of the Elements, obtained as the reaction products of polyfunctional acids with two or more of such elements are described. Copper-zinc malonates and a process for their preparation are disclosed.

Abstract: Excellent percutaneous absorption of vitamin C is achieved by pre-treating skin with a cationic constituent such as cationic salt or solution thereof prior to application of a vitamin C composition.

Abstract: Methods of treating skin in need thereof are disclosed including applying a drug or active agent or formulation thereof to the skin of a user and applying a sealer thereto. The methods are useful in actively enhancing penetration of the actives immediately upon application to skin, sealing the skin surface to prevent removal of the drug or active agent, holding the drug or active agent in a reservoir film, and/or enhancing long term penetration of the drug or active agent.

Abstract: Methods of treating acne are disclosed comprising applying a benzoyl peroxide solution in one or more solvents to the skin of a user and applying a sealer thereto. The methods are useful to improve the penetration of active drug into the skin in need thereof, and are highly effective in treating P. Acne.

Abstract: Organic peroxide compositions are stabilized against decomposition by the use of antioxidants, resulting in increased shelf life of products made using the compositions.

Abstract: Solutions of benzoyl peroxide, in one or more solvents are provided that are suitable for direct topical application to the skin of a user or can be formulated into a product that is suitable for topical application to the skin of a user. In embodiments, the solutions include benzoyl peroxide and optionally additional active or inactive ingredients, and a solvent or mixture of solvents in which the benzoyl peroxide is prepared as a clear solution at 25° C. Methods of using the solutions are also described. Product formulations such as emulsion are also described. The solutions and product formulations can increase the efficacy and percutaneous absorption of benzoyl peroxide.

Abstract: Organic peroxide compositions are stabilized against decomposition by the use of antioxidants, resulting in increased shelf life of products made using the compositions.

Abstract: A method and composition is provided for managing in-grown hair which involves applying to those areas malonic acid or a salt thereof in a carrier. The method and composition allows for comfortable shaving of skin by minimizing the problem of in-grown hair.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition and method for reducing the appearance of pores. The composition is based on a silicone elastomer or a water soluble or dispersible polymer and light scattering particles, and having a specified unique rheological profile. The inventive compositions and methods deliver an improvement in appearance of pores of at least about 2, preferably at least about 4, as measured by the Pore Ruler. Pores appear less significant and smaller in size, while natural skin tone is maintained.