Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for the treatment of pilosebaceous gland inflammations, especially of the hair follicle and its appendages, in particular of Acne Vulgaris and Folliculitis, comprising as active ingredient AIF or chemical compounds which finally release AIF, or combinations of aluminum and fluoride salts which finally release AIF. AIF in accordance with the present invention relates to Aluminum fluoride (Aluminum Trifluoride; Aluminum Fluoride), CAS No 7784-18-1, EINECS No. 232-051-1, having an empirical formula of AIF3. Said compositions have, inter alia, pharmaceutical, cosmetic or quasi-cosmetic properties. The present invention also relates to the use of said compositions in said treatment, and to methods for the treatment of pilosebaceous gland inflammations with said compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions comprising as active ingredients Aluminium Chloride and Sulfur for treatment of skin irritation induced by depilation. Said compositions have pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic and/or quasi cosmetic properties. The present invention also involves methods of making and methods of using such compositions. Furthermore, the present invention consists of a method for prevention and/or treatment of skin irritation induced by depilation.

Abstract: The present invention consists in a composition comprising a mixture of extracts of saw palmetto and swertia, of derivatives thereof and of active components being part of said extracts. The composition may comprise additional agents and/or extracts, for example, irritating agents, extracts for hair invigoration, hair nourishment agents, antidandruff antiproliferative compounds, extracts with an antimicrobial, extracts with an antifungal, extracts with anti-inflammatory agents, extracts with a steroid, extracts with a nitric oxide donor and extracts with minoxidil. The concentration of the saw palmetto extract in the composition is suitably 0.01–100%. The composition may comprise a suitable carrier, solvent and/or emulgent. The composition may be, for example, an internally ingested tablet, a capsule, drops or a suspension.