Abstract: The invention relates to a solid cosmetic composition, in the form of a loose or compact powder, comprising: (a) from 50% to 99% by weight of at least one particulate solid phase, (b) from 0.5% to 50% by weight of at least one non-volatile liquid phase, and (c) from 0.01% to 4% by weight of at least one block copolymer obtained from a first monomer of 2-acrylamidomethylpropanesulphonic acid and from a vinyl second monomer having a nitrogenous cyclic side chain. The invention also relates to a process for manufacturing such a composition, which comprises: (i) mixing the particulate solid phase, the non-volatile liquid phase, the block copolymer and water so as to obtain a slurry, (ii) suctioning off the water present in the slurry so as to obtain a dry powder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of cosmetic care that consists of applying, on at least one area of the body, a cosmetic composition containing an elastic mixture consisting of at least one starch, at least one polymer selected from polyvinyl alcohols, vinylpyrrolidone polymers and copolymers and latex, at least one polyol, and optionally water. The mixture imparts elasticity to the cosmetic product applied on the surface of the skin naturally subjected to deformations, such as the changes of facial expression, pressure of the fingers by contact, or contact with clothing.

Abstract: A cereal extract is cosmetically used and obtained by at least one polar solvent. This cereal extract is used as a slimming agent in a slimming cosmetic composition. The cosmetic use makes it possible to achieve an effective slimming cosmetic care with a natural, nontoxic slimming agent.

Abstract: An extract of the seeds of the Kniphofia uvaria plant is obtained by bringing into contact with at least one cosmetically acceptable nonpolar solvent, for example, CO2, under supercritical conditions, or by mechanical pressing. This disclosure also relates to a cosmetic or dermatological composition comprising said extract. This disclosure also relates to a cosmetic or dermatological care method comprising the application of said composition for preventing or delaying the appearance of the signs of skin aging, modulating the reactivity of sensitive skin, or maintaining the barrier function of the skin.

Abstract: The subject of the present invention is a method for characterizing the distribution of the volumes of the surface of the skin of an individual, more particularly applicable in the evaluation of the effect of firming cosmetic products. This method uses the isolines and the gradients of the slopes computed from a three-dimensional representation of the surface of the skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition for making up the skin, lips or superficial body growths, comprising a cosmetic base, at least one colored inorganic pigment [A] in an amount sufficient to define a first color of said composition in its body, and at least one pigment [B] chosen from organic dye lakes, the color of which is different from that of the pigment [A], in an amount sufficient to define a second color, radically different from said first color, which is revealed after the application of said composition on the lips, skin or superficial body growths.

Abstract: A method of characterizing a person's skin imperfections uses a digital color image-taking device to take at least one digital image of an area of skin including at least one imperfection to be characterized. An apparatus for characterizing the imperfections of the skin and a method for measuring the effectiveness of a treatment for skin imperfections use an active cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical agent and further measure the effectiveness of a staining method aiming to attenuate or mask skin imperfections.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one cosmetically acceptable excipient and from 0.01 to 1% by weight, preferably from 0.05 to 0.6%, and more preferably from 0.1 to 0.3% by weight of the combination of an extract of the brown alga Laminaria digitata, of a Saccharomyces hydrolysate and of ascorbic acid or one of its esters, the percentage being expressed by dry weight. The combination of active agents of the invention for which a synergistic effect with regard to the synthesis of the procollagen I has been shown also produces an advantageous effect with regard to other markers of aging.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of an alkyl glycoside or of a mixture of at least two alkyl glycosides as agent intended for inhibiting microbial growth, in particular in a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or food composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic or dermatological compositions comprising a combination of a cannabis essential oil substantially free of cannabinoids and a helichrysum essential oil, and to their uses thereof, particularly for the care of sensitive or sensitized skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and apparatus for characterizing the tone of the skin or integuments. The apparatus comprises a digital camera or a digital photographic apparatus (12) allowing the capture of at least one digital image (14) of at least one determined skin zone (34, 36, 38, 40), said image being defined by a multiplicity of pixels (N) that is transmitted to a digital image processing device comprising means for splitting the digital image into three color planes: red, green, blue, termed R, G, B; c) means for extracting each of these planes R, G, B; and on each plane, calculation means for logging the grey level value for each of the pixels, i.e.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a plant extract of a plant belonging to the Lepechinia genus, in particular an extract of the plant species Lepechinia caulescens, as a cosmetic agent or as an active agent in cosmetic compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mixture, having a skin-tightening effect, which is made up of: 10 to 80% by weight of a polysaccharide, preferably of an alginate, having a molecular weight of less than 600,000 Daltons, preferably less than 400,000 Daltons and more preferably less than 200,000 Daltons, 15 to 75% by weight of a polyhydroxylated agent selected from sugars and their derivatives, particularly sugar esters and sugar, ethers, preferably sorbitol, 3 to 15% by weight of poly(vinyl alcohol) or polyvinylpyrrolidone, and 0 to 25% by weight of cellulose or of a derivative of cellulose, such as carboxymethylcellulose or hydroxymethylcellulose. The present invention also relates to cosmetic compositions which contain this mixture. These cosmetic compositions enable a mechanical smoothing of the surface of the skin to be obtained progressively with great comfort of use and enables a good fixing of make-up products.

Abstract: A manual compressed-air spraying device comprising a head in which are fixed an air nozzle forming a venturi and an output nozzle is disclosed. The head delimits, between the venturi and the output nozzle, a mixing chamber into which directly opens a conduit for channelling product to be sprayed. The output nozzle presents a convergent section and a divergent section downstream of the convergent section.

Abstract: A wringer comprising an upper section having a first inner diameter, a lower section having a second inner diameter which is less than the first inner diameter, and an intermediate section which forms a single inwardly projecting annular crease delimiting a central throat having a third inner diameter which in the rest position is at least equal to the second inner diameter. The annular crease is deformable by compression between the upper and lower sections into a wringing position in which the central throat is narrowed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or dermatological composition containing a continuous aqueous phase in which are dispersed vesicles based on at least one alkyl polypentoside, and also comprising at least one alcohol and at least one surfactant. More precisely, the cosmetic or dermatological composition comprises at least one cosmetic or dermatological active agent and at least one continuous aqueous phase in which are dispersed vesicles, said vesicles comprising at least one alkyl polypentoside obtained by reaction of a pentose and of at least a first and a second fatty alcohol comprising a different number of carbon atoms ranging from 10 to 12, said polypentoside having an average polymerization degree of less than or equal to 2, and said composition also comprising at least one surfactant having a HLB of less than 10, and at least one alcohol containing from 1 to 5 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a novel form of mascara in powder form. It comprises at least a first polymer whose melting point is between 35° C. and 70° C., and a second polymer with a melting point of between 80° C. and 150° C. The first polymer may be chosen from vinylpyrrolidone copolymers, and polyalkylene glycols. The second polymer may be chosen from polybutenes, preferably with an average molecular weight of between 300 and 2500 g/mol, and polyvinylpyrrolidones, preferably with an average molecular weight of between 10 000 and 100 000 g/mol. The mascara in powder form is taken up in the desired amount and is then heated before application or at the time of application to the keratin fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to cosmetic compositions comprising a black color subtractive mixture consisting of one blue pigment (ferric ammonium ferrocyanide and/or ultramarine blue), at least one yellow organic pigment and at least one red organic pigment, which are mixed homogeneously, said mixture having a very dark black color.

Abstract: The invention relates to an additive comprising at least 95 wt. % of a mixture consisting of at least one organic filter filtering UVA, at least one organic filter filtering UVB, and from 1 to 50 wt. % of at least one non-volatile oil that is a solvent for said filters. This composition is particularly useful as an agent for protecting the organoleptic properties of a transparent cosmetic composition, against UV radiation.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Floribunda rose plant is provided that forms in abundance on a substantially continuous basis attractive double blossoms that are light pink in coloration. The buds are pointed and oval in configuration. The vegetation is strong and vigorous and a rounded and bushy growth habit is displayed. The ornamental foliage is dark green with a glossy upper surface and contrasts well with the light pink blossoms. The plant is particularly well suited for providing attractive ornamentation.