Abstract: The subject invention relates to methods for regulating wrinkles in mammalian skin comprising topical application of a lysophosphatidic acid compound having the structure: ##STR1## or a cyclic derivative thereof having the structure: ##STR2## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein --R is unsubstituted or substituted, saturated or unsaturated, straight or branched chain alkyl having from 12 to about 23 carbon atoms; each --X-- is independently --O-- or --S--; and --Y-- is --O-- or --CH.sub.2 --.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel cosmetic compositions for artificially tanning the skin utilizing skin tanning agents and cyclodextrins. The compositions are exceptionally stable and reduce the odor associated with the reaction between skin tanning agents such as dihydroxyacetone and the skin.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for moisturizing the skin with a natural product consisting of fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and water.

Abstract: Emulsion-containing cosmetic compositions, wherein the emulsion comprises an aqueous dispersion of 15 to 40% solids, by weight, of an enzymatically degraded starch, which starch has been debranched by treatment with an alpha-1,6-D-glucanohydrolase to yield up to 100%, by weight, short chain amylose, are provided herein. Also provided are oil-free cosmetic compositions and cosmetic stick compositions, comprising 1 to 16% enzymatically debranched starch; 2 to 35% water; 35 to 90% hydrophobic base, selected from the group consisting of oil, wax and fat, and 5 to 20% emulsifier(s), with the balance of the compositions comprising one or more adjuncts selected from dye(s), fragrance(s), flavor(s), sunscreen agent(s), opacifier(s), and filler(s). Also provided is a method for formulating a cosmetic stick composition.

Abstract: This invention relates to storage oil-in-water emulsions, hereinafter referred to as 0/w emulsions, containing alkyl glucosides and a partial glyceride with a monoglyceride content of 60-95% by weight and to emulsifier concentrates containing alkyl glucosides, a partial glyceride with a monoglyceride content of 60 to 95% by weight and a long-chain alcohol.

Abstract: Disclosed is a clear, antiperspirant material-containing, gel stick composition, containing an acidic antiperspirant material (e.g., an aluminum salt) and gelled with dibenzylidene sorbitol, the composition including a guanidine compound (for example, guanidine carbonate or aminoguanidine bicarbonate) as a stabilizing agent to reduce degradation of the gel and of the dibenzylidene sorbitol gelling agent. Also disclosed are continuous processes for forming the gel stick composition, wherein degradation of the dibenzylidene sorbitol gelling agent in the presence of the antiperspirant material is reduced.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition which is a dispersion of spheres in an external aqueous phase. The spheres are organized molecular layers of a nonionic lipid material encapsulating an internal aqueous phase. The external aqueous phase contains an oil.

Abstract: The present invention provides for roll-on antiperspirant compositions and more particularly concerns antiperspirant compositions which are clear and, when applied to the human skin, do not leave a visible white residue after drying. The present invention is also particularly concerned with the preparation of clear antiperspirant roll-on compositions which are stable under varying temperature conditions and also provide a suitable cosmetically acceptable feel or sensation when applied to the human skin.

Abstract: A deodorant composition comprising a body odor suppressing effective amount of an inhibitor of an amino acid B-lyase enzyme which catalyazes the formation of human body malodor, wherein the inhibitor is a compound of the formula NH.sub.2 --C(CH.sub.3) (COOH)--CH.sub.2 SR where R is a hydrogen, phenyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl which is unsubstituted or substituted by a phenyl a hydroxy group, a benzyloxy or benzyloxycarbonyl group, a halogen or an amine group, in a dermatologically acceptable vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention involves photoprotective compositions which are useful for topical application to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic exposure to ultraviolet light comprising chelating agents. Also involved are compositions comprising chelating agents together with anti-inflammatory agents, sunscreening agents, and/or radical scavenging agents. Methods for using such compositions to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic exposure to ultraviolet light are also involved.

Abstract: The present invention process involves the exposure of antiperspirant salt solutions to ultraviolet light to cause lightening in color. The ultraviolet light can be in the wavelength range of 180 to 400 nanometers, with the longer wavelengths preferred and at an exposure time of 1 to 120 minutes. The color of the antiperspirant solutions treated with ultraviolet light approaches the color of water, commonly known in the cosmetic industry as water white. These exceptionally low color antiperspirant salt solutions are useful in development of clear and colorless antiperspirant gels, roll-ons and stick formulations.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes at least one keratolytic agent and a combination of water-soluble and water-insoluble anti-irritancy agents in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Most effective is a combination of a C.sub.7 -C.sub.30 .beta.-hydroxy carboxylic acids such as salicylic acid with a C.sub.1 -C.sub.25 .alpha.-hydroxy carboxylic acid such as glycolic or lactic acids. The water-soluble anti-irritancy agent is preferably a salt of glycyrrhizinic acid. The water-insoluble anti-irritancy agent is preferably .alpha.-bisabolol, azulene or combinations thereof. Other performance components may include a C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl lactate and an antimicrobial agent such as a zinc or aluminum salt.

Abstract: A liquid cosmetic material having a viscosity of 100,000 cp or less is here disclosed which comprises trimethylsiloxysilicic acid, a volatile silicone, a sucrose fatty acid ester, and a member selected from the group consisting of silicic anhydride having hydrophobic-treated surface, a clay mineral having organic-treated surface and mixtures thereof. The liquid cosmetic material of the present invention is excellent in use feeling, water resistance after application, adhesive properties, dispersion properties of a liquid and fixing stability to skin.

Abstract: A novel oil in water emulsion composition comprising of two alkoxylated esters and a neopentanoate ester in varied ratios to produce unique and unexpected properties in formulations. Water thin emulsions, deodorant milk emulsions, dry skin lotion and sunscreen emulsion with high unexpected SPF results are a direct result in the use of this emulsion system in the formulation.

Abstract: A novel use of two specific neopentyl glycol diesters as wetting, dispersing, spreading and deterging agents for micronized TiO.sub.2, ZnO and other pigments is introduced. These esters, neopentyl glycol di-2-ethyl hexanoate and neopentyl glycol di-isostearate, are used in varying combinations and may also be used with an emulsifying agent for a water dispersible pigmented make-up cleaner composition.

Abstract: A sunscreen composition for application to human skin comprises an ultraviolet absorber which is introduced as an anion into a layered double hydroxide of the general formula[N.sub.m N.sub.n (OH).sub.2(m+n) ].sup.y+ X.sup.x-.sub.y/x .multidot.zH.sub.2 Owhere M is a divalent metal or lithium, N is a trivalent metal and X denotes anions present as an interlayer between layers of metal atoms joined through the OH groups.Such layered double hydroxides are, for this invention, suspended in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle.

Abstract: Conventionally, polyether pendant dimethyl polysiloxane and linear polyether-polysiloxane-polyether block copolymer have been frequently proposed and dominantly used in cosmetic formulations. In this invention, non-hydrolyzing block copolymers comprising a linear polysiloxane-polyoxyalkylene block as a repeating unit are used as a main component of cosmetic formulations used in skin care products and hair care products.

Abstract: An aqueous alcohol carrier solvent based antiperspirant composition which does not contain silicone products and which forms a thick lotion for use on the hands and feet. The composition includes a thickener--absorber mixture of hydroxylalkylcellulose, preferably hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, with colloidal silica and silicates and an antiperspirant active material, preferably chlorhydrol. A preferred embodiment includes the addition of Tea Tree Oil to the formulation. The antiperspirant composition reduces sweating on the hands and feet and is nonirritating, nontacky and mildly soothing to the skin.

Abstract: Dermatological conditions are treated by topically applying to the affected area an effective amount of a combination benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin composition.

Abstract: A surfactant having an elevated viscosity is prepared with thickeners comprising an alkyl polyglycosides, polymer and optionally, a foreign electrolyte.