Abstract: A method of treating skin by reducing tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-?) activity or matrix metalloproteinase enzyme (MMP-1) activity in a person's skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying a composition that includes an effective amount of an extract of Brachychiton acerifolius to the person's skin to reduce TNF-? activity or MMP-1 activity in the skin.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and compositions for treating skin around an eye area of a face. The method entails applying a composition that includes a unique combination of rheology-modifying agents that efficiently maintains active agents in suspension. The composition exhibits pleasing skin feel, softens skin, and attracts and retains moisture while maintaining these desirable properties over time.

Abstract: A method of treating a skin condition resulting from exposure to pollution or free radicals is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to skin having the skin condition a composition comprising an effective amount of an extract of Diospyros mespiliformis leaf to reduce oxidative damage in the skin having the skin condition.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that can be used individually or in combination. The compositions have the ability to treat a wide range of skin and skin conditions, and particularly men's skin.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that include a combination of Leontopodium alpinum extract, Halidrys siliquosa extract, vegetable amino acids, niacinamide, hexylresorcinol, Pinus pinaster extract, Betula alba extract, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, hydrolyzed Candida saitoana extract, Lentinus edodes mycelium extract, and/or Opuntia tuna fruit extract.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and methods for its use that is configured to be used to treat various skin conditions. The apparatus includes a water-permeable absorbent material and a plant material comprising a water-soluble skin-active ingredient. The plant material is enclosed within the water-permeable absorbent material, and the water-permeable absorbent material is configured to absorb water and allow the absorbed water to contact the plant material so as to release the active ingredient from the plant material. The active ingredient is then absorbed by the absorbent material, which is then topically applied to skin in need of skin treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful to reduce dark spots, age spots, and/or unwanted pigmentation of skin. The composition includes a combination of niacinamide, phytic acid, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Chondrus crispus extract, and a combination of Saxifraga sarmentosa extract, Carica papaya (papaya) fruit extract, and Psidium guajava (guava) fruit extract. The composition is effective to reduce dark spots, age spots, and/or unwanted pigmentation of skin. The composition is effective to inhibit tyrosinase and/or Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma (PPAR-?) activity. The composition is further effective to reduce melanin content in skin, particularly dark skin, in some instances by at least 30%.

Abstract: Methods of use and compositions useful for moisturizing skin, conditioning skin, reducing lines and wrinkles, evening skin tone, lightening skin tone, increasing skin radiance, elasticity, skin barrier function, and/or skin firmness, reducing photodamage, reducing sagging skin, increasing anti-oxidant capacity in skin, MMP-1, MMP-3, MMP-9, pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., lipoxygenase, IL-6, Il-8, TNF-?, or VEGF), and/or elastase expression in skin, and/or increasing collagen expression in skin, elastin expression in skin, laminin expression in skin, and/or fibronectin expression in skin are disclosed herein. The composition includes a combination of one or more of Rosmarinus officianalis leaf extract, Caulerpa lentillifera extract, Moms alba fruit extract, and Porphyridium cruentum extract.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to cosmetic compositions and methods that can be used to increase skin hydration, increase adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in skin, increase antioxidant capacity of skin, reduce glycation of skin, or a combination thereof. In particular, topical application of the compositions to skin increases adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in skin by at least 10%, increases antioxidant capacity of skin, and/or reduces glycation of skin by at least 50%. In particular, the compositions can include Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) flower extract, Vitis vinifera (Grape) seed extract, hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF), and optionally carnosine.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use for cosmetic applications. The composition can include tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, and tocopherol, ascorbic acid. The composition can further include vegetable amino acids. An effective amount of the composition can be applied on skin to stimulate collagen production and lysyl oxidase activity, inhibit tyrosinase, inhibit melanogenesis and/or COX-1 activity, and inhibit the matrix metalloproteinase enzyme activity in skin.

Abstract: A method of reducing oxidative damage of skin is described. The method can include applying to oxidant damaged skin a topical composition that includes encapsulated resveratrol, oligopeptide-1, and niacinamide, wherein the combination of encapsulated resveratrol, oligopeptide-1, and niacinamide reduces oxidative damage in the skin, and wherein the oligopeptide-1 comprises the sequence of caprooyl-Gly-His-Lys-Lys.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful to break apart the bonds between dead skin cells and new, healthy cells to stimulate exfoliation, strengthen skin barrier function, improve skin radiance, improve appearance of skin texture, accelerate skin renewal, accelerate exfoliation, enhance skin smoothness, increase moisture levels, attract water, exfoliate, reduce or eliminate irritation from exfoliation, renew the skin, increase skin radiance, sooth the skin, increase skin smoothness, hydrate skin, smooth skin, brighten skin, reduce signs of aging in skin, and/or increase the efficacy of cosmetic products to exfoliate, reduce or eliminate irritation from exfoliation, renew the skin, increase skin radiance, sooth the skin, increase skin smoothness, hydrate skin, smooth skin, brighten skin, and/or reduce signs of aging in skin. The composition includes a combination of glycolic acid and gluconolactone.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful to reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone, reduce the appearance of skin discoloration, reduce visible skin discoloration, improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, improve the brightness of skin, prevent the production of discoloration, limit uneven skin tone from appearing on skin, increase moisture levels, attract water, brighten, renew the skin, increase skin radiance, soothe the skin, increase skin smoothness, hydrate skin, smooth skin, brighten skin, reduce signs of aging in skin, and/or increase the efficacy of cosmetic products to brighten, renew the skin, increase skin radiance, sooth the skin, increase skin smoothness, hydrate skin, smooth skin, brighten skin, and/or reduce signs of aging in skin. The composition includes a combination of niacinamide, vegetable amino acids, and ferulic acid.

Abstract: The current disclosure relates to a combination of ingredients including Plumeria alba (Frangipani) flower extract and salicylic acid. The composition can further contain hydroxyacetophenone, titanium dioxide, and/or carrageenan. This combination of components has been shown to be useful as a cleansing composition that is effective for reducing sebum, increasing clarity of the skin, and for improving the appearance of the skin by reducing shine and pore size. This combination of components has further been shown to be useful for reducing irritation and inflammation in the skin.

Abstract: A complex formed by a zinc oxide molecule and a molecule comprising an acidic hydrogen is disclosed. The oxygen atom of the zinc oxide molecule is covalently bound to the acidic hydrogen.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for topical administration to a user's skin that provide a number of dermatological benefits. The compositions include a unique combination of vitamins and additional ingredients that work together to increase skin firmness and decrease wrinkles.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions for enhancing skin hydration in a person, attracting and binding moisture in the air to the skin's outer layers, transporting surface moisture below the skin's stratum corneum, increasing skin moisture content, plumping and tightening the skin, protecting the skin from moisture loss to the environment, supporting optimal skin barrier function, and/or stimulating production of the skin's own Natural Moisturizing Factor. The composition includes a combination of the Verbena officinalis extract, hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, and ceramide.

Abstract: A method of treating skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to skin in need thereof, a composition comprising palmitoyl tetrapeptide 7, denatured alcohol, dimethicone, and squalane.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of exfoliating skin. The method can include topically applying an effective amount of a composition to skin in need thereof. The composition can include an alpha hydroxy acid, 4-tert-butylcyclohexanol, an aqueous extract of plankton comprising an exopolysacchride synthesized by Vibo alginolyticus, an aqueous extract of Phragmites communis, an aqueous extract of Poria cocos, and an aqueous extract of Cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful for treating skin. The composition includes a combination of Phoenix dactylifera extract, tea tree oil, Myrothamnus flabellifolia extract, and saccharide isomerate. This combination can be used to create topical skin compositions that reduce rosacea, erythema, and/or inflammation, and inhibit nitric oxide synthase, increase ?2A adrenergic receptor agonist activity, reduce oxidation, increase anti-oxidant capacity of a composition or of skin, inhibit cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) production, inhibit vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) production, inhibit interleukin-6 (IL-6) and interleukin-8 (IL-8) production, reduce tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-?) production, increase collagen stimulation, increase lysyl oxidase expression, inhibit matrix metalloproteinase 1 (MMP1) activity, increase occludin production, increase filaggrin production, and increase skin moisturization.