Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin-care composition comprising beta-glucan and a natural oil, as well as either one or both of hydrogen peroxide and lactic acid. The skin-care composition is mainly based on natural ingredients. The composition has biocidal/anti-microbial activity and is very skin-friendly and non-irritative. The skin-care composition contains beta-glucan, which has an emulsifying effect, as well as a smoothening and moisturizing effects on the skin. A skin-care composition of the present invention does not negatively affect the barrier function of the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fabric softeners and washing detergents comprising water soluble 1,3:1,4-?-D-glucans (?-glucans) for treating and softening textiles and fabrics derived from cellulose and/or protein-based fibers, and a method for treating and softening such textiles and fabrics.

Abstract: An antimicrobial cleansing composition including (a) 20 to less than 60 wt. % of at least one alcohol selected from ethanol and propanol; (b) 0.5 to 10 wt. % of a surfactant selected from sulfate salt surfactants and amphoteric surfactants. The composition shows effective cleansing and antimicrobial properties. Hence, using this composition, it will no longer be required to provide in hospitals two separate dispensers one for foam soap and one for antimicrobial alcohol-based composition. The antimicrobial cleansing composition can be used for making foam. Also, a dispenser contains the above antimicrobial cleansing composition.