Abstract: The present invention relates to a wax-based composition comprising at least about 0.5-30% water in a water-in-oil emulsion, wherein water is encapsulated in a lamellar lipid vesicle capable of withstanding wax melting point temperatures. The composition is useful in delivering water soluble actives in an anhydrous base, and is particularly well-adapted for uses in lipsticks and lip-care products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising a magnetic metal species bound to an ion exchange resin as well as a method for preparing stable compositions of this type.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anhydrous makeup composition for topical application to the skin, the composition comprising (a) a silicone gel, the gel comprising an organopolysiloxane elastomer dispersed in a silicone-compatible vehicle, (b) and a silicone-oil base. The compositions of the invention produce a matte or non-shiny appearance when applied to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical emulsion for topical application to the skin comprising an irritating agent and at least one non-disruptive emulsifier. In a preferred embodiment the irritating agent is a retinoid. The invention also provides a method for decreasing the irritation on the skin caused by an irritating active agent in a topical cosmetic or pharmaceutical emulsion which comprises employing as an emulsifier at least one of an alkyl polyoside, a grafted water soluble protein on a hydrophobic backbone, and lecithin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pigment composition comprising a pigment treated with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide polymer in the absence of added water. The invention also relates to a method grinding a mixture containing of a pigment with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide in the absence of added water. Such pigment compositions are particularly useful as the colorant in cosmetic compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stable water-containing cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions which comprise a biologically active agent and an enzyme-based oxygen-scavenging antioxidant system. The composition preferably comprises an antioxidant system comprising effective amounts of an oxidase, a substrate for the oxidase, and a peroxidase, and at least one species oxidizable by hydrogen peroxide, such as iodide and/or thiocyanate anions.

Abstract: The invention relates to waterproof or water resistant compositions for application to the lashes comprising a styrene-ethylene-propylene copolymer as gellant, a film forming agent, and a volatile oil.

Abstract: The invention relates to topical cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising an anti-stinging effective amount of an amino acid selected from the group consisting of an amino butyric acid, glutamine, glycine, and derivatives thereof, or mixtures thereof, as well as methods of reducing or preventing stinging using such compositions.

Abstract: A self-closing cap comprising a base having one or more holes and a lid movably mounted about the base. The lid has one or more holes, and is capable of occupying a first open position and a second closed position. In the first open position, the holes of the base align with the holes of the lid. In the second closed position, the holes of the base do not align with the holes of the lid. A spring means is provided between the base and the lid in order to automatically place the lid in the closed position. Further, the underside of the lid is provided with one or more protrusions which seal the holes of the base when the lid is in the closed position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a self-tanning composition comprising an effective amount of DHA in combination with an effective amount of a long-chain alpha hydroxy acid(AHA). In a preferred embodiment, the AHA is .alpha.-hydroxy lauric acid.

Abstract: Disclosed are skin smoothing compositions containing hydroxyacids or hydroxyacid derivatives, a polymeric film-forming agent, a physical exfoliant, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Also disclosed are methods for using the skin smoothing compositions to improve the smoothness of human skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid dual phase cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising an oil phase and an aqueous phase, the composition containing as a demixing agent a quaternary nitrogen-containing ether substituted alkoxylated alkyl glucoside. The compositions of the invention are particularly useful as makeup removers.

Abstract: The present invention is a holder cup for a stick-type product that prevents the release of the stick-type product from the holder cup. The holder cup comprises a hollow housing which is closed at one end and configured to receive a stick-type product at the other end, said hollow housing having an inner wall and an outer wall, the inner wall containing one or more longitudinal grooves, each longitudinal groove having a first end which is tapered towards the center of the holder cup and a second end which passes through the closed end of the housing to form an aperture. A push-up is then provided, which comprises a base and one or more rods projecting axially outwardly from the base, said rods being positioned to align and dimensioned to fit within the longitudinal groove, and said rods having a length greater than that of the longitudinal groove.

Abstract: The present invention is a holder cup for a stick-type product which comprises a hollow housing which is configured to receive a stick-type product. The hollow housing has a wall which contains at least one aperture. A tab capable of occupying a first open position or second locked position is pivotally mounted within an aperture. The tab has an outer cam surface which extends past the outside of the wall of the housing, and has a notch which fits the wall of the housing when the tab is in the second position. When the tab is caused to pivot toward the center of the holder cup the tab punctures the product and locks in place, thus preventing the release of the product from the holder cup.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions useful in enhancing lipid synthesis in skin comprising an effective amount of cafestol, in combination with a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable carrier. Such compositions are useful in treatment or prevention of dry skin and conditions in which the skin's lipid barrier is defective or damaged.

Abstract: Water-based makeup compositions and methods for their preparation are disclosed. The compositions comprise a water-dispersible pigment having a nonionic coating, a lipid vesicle comprising one or more lipid components, and a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable aqueous carrier, and possess unusual stability at low pH. A method for the preparation of such water-based makeup compositions is disclosed as well.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nonchemical sunscreen composition comprising as its active components, in synergistically effective amounts, a plant extract containing at least about 50% by weight of proanthocyanidins, .gamma.-oryzanol, ferulic acid and/or an ester thereof, titanium dioxide and optionally, Scutellaria extract.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clear cosmetic stick composition comprising (a) from about 3-15% of a soap gelling agent; (b) from about 10-90% of at least one polyhydric alcohol solvent; and (c) from about 0.5-10% of a combination of the clarifying agents pentadoxynol 200 and ethoxylated jojoba esters. The composition is useful, for example, as the base for a deodorant stick.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions containing a preservative-effective amount of hinokitiol-containing microcapsules, the microcapsules comprising a matrix containing collagen and a glycosaminoglycan.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protection-effective amount of UV-damaged RNA fragments, in combination with a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The compositions are useful in the prevention of skin damage to UV radiation and in preventing photoaging.