Abstract: The present invention relates to a nail cosmetic composition comprising an extract of an alga and at least two components selected from the group consisting of an extract of a plant of the family of aloe vera, an extract of myrrh, keratin and a source of silica. The invention further relates to a nail cosmetic composition comprising mink oil and at least one vegetable oil. Methods for applying the compositions of the invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a nail cosmetic composition comprising a source of calcium in powder form and a cosmetically acceptable carrier therefor, the source of calcium being selected from the group consisting of pearl, ivory, seashell and mixtures thereof. The invention further relates to a nail enamel composition comprising a film former, an organic solvent, and a source of calcium in powder form, wherein the source of calcium is selected from the group consisting of pearl, ivory, seashell and mixtures thereof. Methods for applying the compositions of the invention are also disclosed.