Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition and methods for coating keratinous fibers, whereby the composition comprises more than 50% of at least one perfluoro compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical skin whitening compositions comprising a whitening effective amount of a black yeast-derived melanin-degrading enzyme extract and a method of preparing the compositions. The compositions provide a whitening effect by degrading melanin on the surface of the skin, the hair and the nails. The enzyme extract can be derived from Exophiala mansonii. The compositions containing the enzyme extract are more effective than are similar compositions containing kojic acid in producing a whitening effect on the skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a topical delivery system suitable for application to the lips, comprising at least one naturally occurring oil, at least one naturally occurring wax, and at least one naturally occurring diet aid. The invention also relates to a method for controlling weight in an individual by applying such a composition to the lips.