Abstract: A cosmetic composition having a synergistic TRF2 protein activation system consisting essentially of a combination of a peptidic soybean and yeast extract in a physiologically acceptable medium is disclosed and protecting or treating damage to the DNA of skin cells associated with aging by applying the cosmetic composition thereto, typically topically. The peptidic soybean and yeast extract is obtained by hydrolyzing at least 80% of soybeans by weight of the total weight of raw materials and at most 20% of yeast by weight of the total weight of raw materials.

Abstract: Peptide compounds of general formula (I) R1-(AA)n-X1—X2—X3-Asp-Leu-Lys-Lys-X4—X5-(AA)p-R2, cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one peptide compound of general formula (I) in a physiologically acceptable medium, and methods for cosmetic treatment of skin are disclosed. The peptide compounds of general formula (I) were demonstrated to be agents making it possible to influence the pigmentation of the skin and skin appendages, by ensuring optimal transfer of the melanosomes to the keratinocytes, so as to make the skin tone uniform owing to an effect on the SCF/c-Kit signaling pathway. The compounds, compositions, and methods treat or attenuate age-related pigmentation defects and the effects of photoaging on the skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for measuring a two-dimensional distribution of ionizing radiation doses with high spatial resolution. The method comprises exposing radiation sensitive film to a pattern of ionizing radiation to form a measurement film, exposing areas of radiation sensitive film to a plurality of known doses of the ionizing radiation to form a calibration film(s), scanning all the exposed films together with an unexposed radiation sensitive film at a single time to produce a digital image, measuring those areas of the digital image corresponding to the unexposed film and the calibration film(s) exposed to different known doses, associating the measured responses in the areas to the known doses and using the association to convert the values in the scanned image corresponding to the measurement film from scanner response values to dose values. In a preferred embodiment, all of the radiation sensitive films are the same type of film.

Abstract: Described herein are multifunctional polymers comprising a first repeating unit having at least one pseudo-cationic moiety, a second repeating unit having at least a hydrophobic moiety, and a third repeating unit, where the weight-average molecular weight is less than about 10,000 Da. In one embodiment the polymers exhibit antimicrobial activity. Also provided are compositions formulated with the multifunctional polymers, and a method of providing antimicrobial activity.

Abstract: Carbamate and thiocarbamate compounds are described that comprise a polymerizable moiety and one or more free hydroxyl and/or thiol groups. Polymers may be obtained by polymerizing these carbamate and/or thiocarbamate compounds. The carbamate and thiocarbamate compounds, as well as the polymers they produce may be formulated into adhesive, agricultural, biocide, cleaning, coating, encapsulation, membrane, oilfield, performance chemical, and personal care compositions.

Abstract: A method of attenuating hair loss includes applying to the hair a composition having an effective amount of a hair-loss attenuating peptide hydrolysate and a cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A peptide of general formula (I): R1-(AA)nX1-X2-Arg-Arg-Gly-X3-X4-(AA)p-R2, and cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions are disclosed that include at least one peptide of general formula (I), in a physiologically suitable medium. Also disclosed are methods for activating human transglutaminase to reinforce the skin barrier function and to stimulate epidermal regeneration and differentiation or for cosmetic treatment to treat signs of skin ageing, which include administering a composition containing the peptide of general formula (I) as an active ingredient.

Abstract: A stable ternary solid dispersion composition with enhanced physical stability and/or bioavailability comprising: (a) about 1% wt. to about 50% wt. of one or more poorly soluble active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) which belongs to Biopharmaceutics Classification System (BCS) class II and/or IV; (b) about 11% wt. to about 50% wt. of at least one water-soluble polymer; and (c) about 20% wt. to about 99% wt. of crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone (crospovidone, a water-insoluble polymer). The solid dispersion is capable of inhibiting crystallization of API in solid state and/or aqueous gastrointestinal tract (GIT) medium. Also disclosed is a method of preparation of such solid dispersion composition by fusion or solvent or fusion-solvent method.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel polymers derived from: (A) at least one N-vinyl amide-based unit and/or at least one acrylamide-based unit, and (B) at least one unit comprising: (i) at least one hydroxyl group, and/or (ii) at least one functional group convertible to a hydroxyl group wherein at least one group is converted to hydroxyl functionality in the final polymer product, wherein the polymer comprises at least one ester group. The polymers and compositions are used in oilfield applications, such as an inhibitor of gas hydrates and/or a kinetic inhibitor of gas hydrates. The polymer can assume alternating, block, and/or random configurations of the repeating units, with at least one ester group.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptidic compounds of general formula (I): R1—X1-Arg-Lys-Gly-X2—R2. In addition, the present invention relates to, on the one hand, a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one peptide of general formula (I), in a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable medium and, on the other hand, its utilization to prevent or treat the cutaneous signs of aging and photo-aging and to protect the skin from aggressions due to UV radiation. Lastly, the invention applies to a cosmetic treatment process intended to prevent and/or combat the cutaneous signs of aging and photo aging.

Abstract: The invention describes a coating composition comprising an effective amount of a water-soluble cellulose ether, a poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone-co-vinyl acetate) copolymer, a film-forming agent based on D-glucose, and a plasticizer.

Abstract: Branched polymers are prepared from at least (A) at least one monomer having an electron donor moiety, (B) at least one monomer having an electron acceptor moiety, and (C) at least one multifunctional branching agent comprising a urea moiety and at least two N-vinyl groups. The branched polymers are least 20% (by weight) soluble in a solvent for which the corresponding polymer of equal molecular weight made without said multifunctional branching agent is at least 20% (by weight) soluble. Due in part to the wide range of chemistries and solubility and rheological properties, the branched polymers find application in personal care, pharmaceutical/nutritional, and performance chemicals compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides lactamic polymers comprising an acetoacetate moiety. The lactamic polymers may be readily functionalized and the functionalized lactamic polymers may be further derivatized to provide a wide variety of useful polymers having desirable chemical and physical properties. The lactamic polymers of the invention may be employed in a wide variety of compositions. (A); (B) wherein R1-R6, w, x, y, z, and n are described herein.

Abstract: Antiperspirant/deodorant compositions have lower, or even zero amounts of aluminium and/or zirconium antiperspirant actives. A polymer having one or more anhydride and/or diacid moieties, such as succinic (maleic) anhydride and/or diacid. The antiperspirant/deodorant compositions comprise a polymer with a non-zero acid value and a cationic species, which may be a cationic polymer, cationic molecule, cation, and/or a cationic carrier. Product are formed for the antiperspirant/deodorant composition, as well as a method of treating perspiration.

Abstract: Peptide compounds of the following general formula (I): R1-(AA)n-X1-X2-X3-Lys-Lys-Gln-Lys-Trp-X4-(AA)p-R2 are disclosed herein. The peptide compounds can be used as Telomeric repeat-binding factor 2 (TRF2) protein-modulating compounds and have a preventive action on deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) double-strand breaks. In addition, cosmetic compositions that include at least one peptide of general formula (I) in a physiologically acceptable medium are disclosed along with methods for preventing and/or treating cutaneous signs of aging and photoaging.

Abstract: New peptides activating extracellular matrix protein synthesis in the skin, a cosmetic composition that includes such peptides as an active agent, and cosmetic care methods intended to delay or treat cutaneous signs of aging and photoaging by applying such peptides and/or cosmetic compositions are described.

Abstract: An inkjet-receptive article comprising a substrate having a coating thereon comprising a vinyl lactam polymer or copolymer and a polymer resin diluent coated from a solvent. A preferred vinyl lactam copolymer is polyvinylcaprolactam (PVCap)—vinyl acetate (VA). Also disclosed are solvent-based compositions for forming an inkjet-receptive coating on a substrate comprising: (i) a vinyl lactam polymer or copolymer; (ii) a solvent; (iii) optionally, a pigment; and (iv) polymer resin diluent.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a complex for the improvement of distribution and retention of fragrances into keratinous matter comprising (a) C10-C18 alkyl pyrrolidone, (b) at least one polyol compound and (c) at least one fatty alcohol, as well as uses, products, and related methods. The complex of the present invention homogeneously distributes fragrance into the keratinous matter, achieving a better interaction between the fragrance and the keratinous substrate, and better and longer perception of it, ensuring greater durability of the fragrance.

Abstract: Peptides activating dermatopontin in the skin and cosmetic compositions including such peptide, in a physiologically suitable medium, are described. Methods of treating the cutaneous signs of aging and photoaging, and in particular wrinkles, sagging, and loss of volume and elasticity of the skin are also described.

Abstract: A preservative composition comprising: (a) 1,2-Benzisothiazolin-3-one (BIT); (b) 3-Iodo-2-propynyl carbamate (IPBC); and (c) a mixture of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one (CMIT) and 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolm-3-one (MIT).