Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic cleaning product, comprising a massage applicator comprising a container body and a massage device having at least one massage pin device, the pin device having at least one first surface which is configured to be in contact with the surface to be massaged, wherein a force can be transmitted between the first surface of the massage pin device and the surface to be massaged, and wherein at least one predetermined massage characteristic feature selected from the group consisting of a predetermined hardness, a predetermined geometry and a predetermined elasticity exists in a region of the first surface of the massage pin device which is configured to be in contact with the surface to be massaged, and at least one adjusting device which can adjust the at least one predetermined massage characteristic feature, and a cosmetic cleaning formulation.

Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological self-tanning preparations which contain dihydroxyacetone and are characterized in that they also contain more than 5 percent by weight (relative to the total weight of the preparation) of glycerin, and the use thereof.

Abstract: Multicolored cosmetic preparation containing a) one or more pigment dyes, b) one or more hydrocolloids, c) water, optionally along with additional cosmetic or dermatological active agents, adjuvants and excipients, with a yield point of 0.5 Pa to 40 Pa and a tan ? of 0.02 to 0.

Abstract: The invention relates to a clear, cosmetic and dermatological formulation having reduced stickiness, comprising at least one antiperspirant active ingredient and/or deodorant active ingredient, at least one ?-hydroxycarboxylic acid and water.

Abstract: A cosmetic combination product, wherein the product comprises at least two components selected from (a) one or more dietary supplements, (b) one or more cosmetic preparations for topical application to human skin, and (c) one or more patches for adhesion to human skin. Each of the selected components (a) to (c) comprises at least one cosmetically active substance which is also comprised in the other selected component(s). This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: The invention is a light protective cosmetic or dermatological preparation, comprising (a) PEG-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, (b) 2-ethylhexyl 2-cyano-3,3-diphenylacrylate, (c) at least one dibenzoylmethane derivative and (d) at least 2% by weight of titanium dioxide particles, based on the total weight of the preparation, and is free from water-soluble UV-A filter substances.

Abstract: Cosmetic preparation containing a. one or more water-soluble UV photoprotective filters selected from the group of the compounds 2-phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid and the sodium, potassium and triethanolammonium salts thereof as well as phenylene-1,4-bis-(2-benzimidazyl)-3,3?-5,5?-tetrasulfonic acid and the sodium, potassium and triethanolammonium salts thereof, b. a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and acrylic acid.

Abstract: A cosmetic preparation comprising one or more compounds selected from salicylic acid and salts thereof and glycolic acid and salts thereof and one or more pigments selected from titanium dioxide pigments and zinc oxide pigments. This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: A capsule for cosmetic and/or dermatological ingredients and processes for the production thereof. The capsule comprises an envelope which is solid, semisolid and/or dimensionally stable and comprises one or more substances which are selected from waxes, emulsifiers, and natural and synthetic polymers. The capsule may also comprise a filling.

Abstract: The invention is a light-protective cosmetic or dermatological preparation, comprising (a) at least hydroxybenzophenone and (b) at least one benzoxazole derivative. The invention is also a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising at least one hydroxybenzophenone of a specified chemical structure and at least one benzoxazole derivative. The invention is also a method of treating or preventing cosmetic or dermatological changes in the skin, a method of tanning or accelerating tanning of the skin, and a method of protecting the skin against light-induced aging, each comprising applying the preparation to the skin. The invention also includes a wipe impregnated with the preparation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin patch comprising a matrix adhering to the skin and containing at least one active cosmetic substance and a combination with a skin wrapping to generate an effective compression for the treatment of cellulite and/or striae.

Abstract: An applicator for liquid or pasty media, in particular for decorative cosmetics such as mascara has a rod-shaped reinforcing core of a first plastic material which is surrounded at least in the region of its front end by a support sleeve of a second plastic material. The support sleeve has a plurality of radially outwardly projecting fingers which are integrally formed on the support sleeve and also consist of the second plastic material. Several fingers which are distributed over the periphery of the support sleeve form a finger collar and a plurality of finger collars with identical finger number are disposed one behind the other in the longitudinal direction of the support sleeve. A particular combination of parameters for the bristles leads to improved combing and application properties.

Abstract: A method of protecting skin enzymes from the harmful effects of a cosmetic cleansing preparation which comprises water and one or more anionic surfactants. The method comprises using a cleansing preparation which has a pH value of from 4 to 7 and an SCTE (Stratum Comeum Tryptic Enzyme) value, determined following application of the preparation to human skin and standardized to a value of 100 for tap water, of from 65 to 95. The preparation comprises (i) one or more acyl-/dialkylethylenediamines which reduce the CMC of the one or more anionic surfactants and (ii) a buffer system of citric acid and citrate ions.

Abstract: The present invention is a massage appliance comprising a preparation, a storage container containing the preparation, and a closure for the storage container. The closure comprises a massage device comprising an outlet opening through which the preparation can be applied to the surface to be massaged and an adjustment device comprising a first element with at least one first surface wherein the first surface contacts the surface to be massaged during a massage, and a second element arranged to be moveable relative to the first element. The adjustment device may be used to adjust a massage characteristic value of the first surface. The massage device is positioned at an angle with respect to the main axis of the storage container. The present invention also includes a method of applying a preparation to the skin, a method of treating rheumatoid arthritis, and a method of warming up using the massage appliance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination of octyl salicylate and 1,3-dihydroxyacetone in cosmetic preparations.

Abstract: Splint for an orthopedic joint bandage. The splint includes at least a first section, at least a second section, at least one tensioning element, and a tightening device. The tightening device is structured and arranged to press the first and second sections against each other. This abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: A device (1) for dispensing, especially atomizing, a preferably cosmetic liquid, is proposed. The dispensing head (4) which can be manually depressed for dispensing of the liquid can be turned to set the dispensing direction. In order to ensure simple and reliable handling, the device has a catch means so that the dispensing head can be turned with catching.

Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological compositions which comprise at least one piperidinium salt, preferably a 4-[(2-cyclopentyl-2-hydroxyphenylacetyl)oxy]-1,1-dimethyl-piperidinium salt, and the use thereof, particularly as antiperspirants. This Abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: A cosmetic and/or dermatological body cleaning preparation with a reduced tendency toward damaging skin-intrinsic enzymes, containing a surfactant system consisting of (1) alkyl ether sulfate, (2) alkyl amidopropyl betain, (3) another surfactant selected from the group of alkyl polyglucosides, ethoxylated triglycerides and the salts of citric acid polyglycol esters, in addition to the use thereof.

Abstract: A kit for applying a fluid onto a surface. The kit comprises (i) a fluid having a yield point, (ii) a container having at least one opening, and (iii) an applicator for applying the fluid to a surface. The applicator comprises a porous area, whereby when the applicator is disposed on the opening of the container and the porous area is in contact with the fluid, the fluid wets the porous area of the applicator without leaking out of it, as long as the porous area is not in contact with the surface. This Abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.