Abstract: Methods of creating product stewardship profiles for ingredients in consumer products are disclosed. The methods may be employed by manufacturers of personal care products to design personal care products having desired product stewardship attributes. The methods may be employed by consumers when selecting personal care products that have consumer desired product stewardship attributes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin care composition comprising an extract of Bursera simaruba seeds and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier. Such composition is useful for improving skin barrier function and moisturization as well as improving signs of skin aging.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin care composition comprising an extract of Bursera simaruba seeds and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier. Such composition is useful for improving skin barrier function and moisturization as well as improving signs of skin aging.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin care composition comprising an extract of Bursera simaruba seeds and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier. Such composition is useful for improving skin barrier function and moisturization as well as improving signs of skin aging.

Abstract: Extracts of Acmella oleracea in combination with a terpene-containing extract selected from the group consisting of Cupressus sempervirens and Cistus ladanifer provide surprisingly improved topical analgesic properties.

Abstract: Extracts of Acmella oleracea in combination with a terpene-containing extract selected from the group consisting of Cupressus sempervirens and Cistus ladanifer provide surprisingly improved topical analgesic properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin care composition comprising an extract of Malva neglecta and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier. Non-polar and/or lipophilic extracts have been found to be particularly effective in improving skin barrier function, improving the appearance of at least one sign of aging in skin, and/or lightening skin. The composition may further comprise an agent, such as an active cosmetic agent, for further treating the skin condition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating a skin condition, particularly improving skin barrier function, improving the appearance of at least one sign of aging in skin, and/or lightening skin, by applying to the skin an extract of Malva neglecta topically to the skin in need of treatment. Topical application of non-polar and/or lipophilic extracts of Malva neglecta have been found to be particularly effective in improving skin barrier function, improving the appearance of at least one sign of aging in skin, and/or lightening skin. The extract may be applied in a composition further comprising an agent, such as an active cosmetic agent, for further treating the skin condition.

Abstract: Methods for modulating the level of a chemokine in a cell by administering to a cell an effective amount of a depside or an anthocyanin are provided. More particularly, a method for modulating the level of a chemokine in a cell by administering to a cell an effective amount of a depside having the structure of formula (IV): Formula (IV) wherein R is selected from H or CH3 or an anthocyanin selected from cyanidin 3-glucoside, delphinidin 3-glucoside, or combinations thereof, or an enantiomer, optical isomer, diastereomer, N-oxide, crystalline form, hydrate, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is provided. Also provided are compounds according to Formulas I-IV, pharmaceutical compositions, unit dosage forms, and food or feed supplements containing such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin care composition comprising an extract of Bursera simaruba seeds and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier. Such composition is useful for improving skin barrier function and moisturization as well as improving signs of skin aging.

Abstract: Methods for modulating the level of a chemokine in a cell by administering to a cell an effective amount of a depside or an anthocyanin are provided. More particularly, a method for modulating the level of a chemokine in a cell by administering to a cell an effective amount of a depside having the structure of formula (IV): Formula (IV) wherein R is selected from H or CH3 or an anthocyanin selected from cyanidin 3-glucoside, delphinidin 3-glucoside, or combinations thereof, or an enantiomer, optical isomer, diastereomer, N-oxide, crystalline form, hydrate, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is provided. Also provided are compounds according to Formulas I-IV, pharmaceutical compositions, unit dosage forms, and food or feed supplements containing such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising extracts of Solanum esuriale and/or Solanum glaucophyllum and methods of treating skin, e.g, dry skin, xerotic skin, skin having a compromised barrier, or skin in need of anti-aging treatment using said compositions.

Abstract: Methods for modulating the level of a chemokine in a cell by administering to a cell an effective amount of a depside or an anthocyanin are provided. More particularly, a method for modulating the level of a chemokine in a cell by administering to a cell an effective amount of a depside having the structure of formula (IV): Formula (IV) wherein R is selected from H or CH3 or an anthocyanin selected from cyanidin 3-glucoside, delphinidin 3-glucoside, or combinations thereof, or an enantiomer, optical isomer, diastereomer, N-oxide, crystalline form, hydrate, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is provided. Also provided are compounds according to Formulas I-IV, pharmaceutical compositions, unit dosage forms, and food or feed supplements containing such compounds.