Abstract: The subject matter described herein includes a container having a substantially tubular body forming a first volume for receiving a first fluid. The body includes a first and a second end, and the first end includes a dispenser provided with an aperture making it possible to dispense the contents of the container. The second end includes a closure element having a flexible wall making it possible for the flexible wall to be displaced between a first and a second position relative to the dispenser in order to thus dispense the contents of the container. The container includes a capsule with an outer wall forming a second volume for containing a second fluid. The capsule is positioned between the dispenser and the flexible wall respectively. The capsule is suitable for releasing the second fluid into the first volume during or after a first displacement of the flexible wall from its first position towards its second position.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of formula II: wherein A is as defined by the specification. Also disclosed are compositions containing the esters and methods for their use in the regulation of skin atrophy and in the treatment of skin disorders such as dry skin, dandruff, acne and eczema.

Abstract: The present invention relates to opalescent cosmetic compositions that are stable and suitable for topical application to human skin, and to methods for preparing and using such compositions. The compositions of the invention include (1) a hydrogenated indene-styrene-vinyltoluene polymer in an amount from about 0.1% by weight to about 50% by weight of the composition and (2) a carrier material in an amount from about 50% by weight to about 99.9% by weight of the composition. The opalescent composition may further contain a cosmetic material in an amount from about 0.5% by weight to about 20% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: Novel steroid esters useful for regulating skin atrophy, and skin maladies, as well as compositions containing the esters and methods for their use are described. A preferred steroid ester is DHEA salicylate. Such types of skin atrophy to be treated include the thinning and/or general degradation of the dermis often characterized by a decrease in collagen and/or elastin as well as decreased number, size and doubling potential of fibroblast cells. Such skin maladies include but are not limited to dry skin, dandruff, acne, keratoses, psoriasis, eczema, pruritis, age spots, lentigines, melasmas, wrinkles, warts, blemished skin, hyperpigmented skin, hyperkeratotic skin, inflammatory dermatoses, age-related skin changes and skin in need of cleansers.

Abstract: Novel sulfhydryl group-containing amides and disulfide group-containing bis-amides useful for treating or preventing an abnormal biological condition or a disease, and/or improving the texture or appearance of the skin, as well as compositions containing amides and bis-amides and methods for their use are described. Such types of abnormal biological conditions or diseases include skin atrophy, i.e., the thinning and/or general degradation of the dermis often characterized by a decrease in collagen and/or elastin as well as decreased number, size and doubling potential of fibroblast cells, and other maladies including, but are not limited to dry skin, severe dry skin, dandruff, acne, keratoses, psoriasis, eczema, skin flakiness, pruritus, age spots, lentigines, melasmas, wrinkles, warts, blemished skin, hyperpigmented skin, hyperkeratotic skin, inflammatory dermatoses, age-related skin changes and skin in need of cleansers.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions useful in the phototherapeutic treatment of psoriasis and other proliferative skin diseases. The compositions of the present invention comprise dihydroxyacetone and a penetration attenuator, both in a cosmetically and/or pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Optionally, the compositions of the present invention may also contain an acidic component. The compositions of the present invention are useful in the exploitation during phototherapeutic treatment of the hyper-desquamation characteristics of the psoriatic or otherwise affected skin.

Abstract: A mascara applicator having one or more beads disposed on a central axle extending longitudinally from an elongated rod and handle is disclosed. A first preferred embodiment comprises a single cylindrical bead molded from plastic and having a series of longitudinally spaced grooves along the length of the bead. A second preferred embodiment comprises a plurality of about 5 to 7 beads disposed on a metal axle and retained by means of a flat-headed pin. The beads are capable of individually or collectively rotating about the axle to create optimal mascara application and lash separation. A mascara applicator package utilizing the aforementioned applicator(s) and a housing for storing the applicator and mascara supply is also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel tocopherol derivatives useful for regulating skin aging and other skin disorders, as well as compositions containing the derivatives and methods for their use are described. The tocopherol derivative is tocopherol-cysteamine. Such types of skin atrophy to be treated the thinning of the epidermis and/or general degradation of the dermis often characterized by hyperplasia and structural disorganization. Such skin maladies include but are not limited to dry skin, severe dry skin, terosis, dandruff, keratoses, psoriasis, eczema, pruritus, age spots, lentigines, melasmas, wrinkles, blemished skin, hyperpigmented skin, hyperkeratotic skin, inflammatory dermatoses and age-related skin changes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solid lipophilic compositions suitable for topical application to human skin and to methods for preparing and using such compositions. The solid lipophilic compositions of the invention comprise dibenzyl monosorbitol acetal (DBMSA), lipophilic materials and one or more cosmetic materials.

Abstract: A mascara brush having a core bent into a looped or eyetype configuration is disclosed. The twisted wire core is bent by approximately 180.degree. to form a oblong, oval rectangular or figure eight configuration having an internal reservoir adapted to receive mascara for transferring to the eyelashes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions that are stable, solid, and clear and suitable for topical application to human skin and to methods for preparing and using such compositions. The compositions of the invention comprise dibenzyl monosorbitol acetal (DBMSA) and a refractory material having a refractive index of between about 1.50 and about 1.65.

Abstract: Disclosed is the use of dehydroepiandrosterone salicylate in the treatment of skin atrophy. ##STR1## Such types skin atrophy to be treated include the thinning and/or general degradation of the dermis often characterized by a decrease in collagen and/or elastin as well as decreased number, size and doubling potential of fibroblast cells.