Abstract: A method for the topical treatment of skin aging and acne and the improvement of skin appearance is disclosed. Compositions for use in this method and a kit containing such compositions are also disclosed. In some of the embodiments of the invention, either one, or both, of the acid composition and neutralizing composition useful in the method for the topical treatment of skin aging and acne and the improvement of skin appearance are of low viscosity. The compositions and methods are effective but gentle enough suitable for daily home use by the consumer.

Abstract: The invention provides methods of enhancing moisture or reducing drying using wet skin treatment composition. These compositions are activated by water and retained efficiently on skin. Thus, the compositions (and methods used) impart desirable benefits to skin, are perceived to absorb quickly on wet skin and leave the skin feeling clean, but non-greasy.

Abstract: An oil material comprising a dimerdiol ester with a monocarboxylic acid having 4 to 34 carbon atoms or with a dimerdiol ester with a dicarboxylic acid; and a cosmetic and an external agent excellent in safety, stability, gloss, feeling and the like comprising the dimerdiol carboxylate.

Abstract: The invention concerns a skin preparation for moistening human skin comprising a combination of a component A and a component B, wherein A includes at least two saturated C9-C31 fatty acids selected from the group consisting of iso- and anteiso fatty acids, whereby component B consists of cholesterol in an amount of 5-15% by weight of component A.

Abstract: Compositions effective as disinfecting solutions for ophthalmic devices such as contact lenses are provided. The compositions include a microbicide, preferably polyhexamethylene biguanide or alexidine, and a water soluble salt of a bis-aminopolyol, preferably 1,3-bis(tris[hydroxymethyl]methylamino)propane, as a buffering agent.

Abstract: Topical formulations containing aqueous-soluble divalent strontium cation in a suitable topical formulation vehicle, and methods of using these formulations to inhibit skin irritation, are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed are extracts of Nigrospora sphaerica as cosmetic skin benefit agents, preferably as skin lightening agents alone or in combination with other skin benefit agents and together with a cosmetic vehicle. The inventive extracts, compositions and methods have effective skin lightening properties, may be easier to deliver to the skin, and are commercially available or cost-effective and available in nature.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided comprising vitamin B6, vitamin B3 and an organic acid. The components of the composition interact synergistically to enhance skin lightening.

Abstract: The present invention provides a skin cream which can be used by most individuals on a daily basis to improve the quality of skin tone. The skin cream of the present invention comprises at least one anti-oxidant, an anti-inflammatory agent, an exfoliant, and an agent to protect against UV irradiation. In addition, the skin cream of the present invention may comprise oils, creams, and/or other compounds to promote adsorption of the active ingredients and to increase vibrancy of the skin tone. For example, in an embodiment, the skin cream of the present invention comprises: (a) dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE), (b) ?-lipoic acid, (c) lactic acid, (d) retinol, (e) zinc or titanium oxide, and (f) vitamin C, wherein components (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f) are in amounts such that application of the cream to an individual increases the thickness of collagen bundles in the individual's skin.

Abstract: An oil-in-water type emulsion cosmetic which contains (A) a hydrophilic surface active agent, (B) an oily component and (C) water, and weight ratio of the component (B) is 10 or more based on 1 of the component (A).

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for use as scrubbing agent or a mask uses vitamin C particles or crystals in an oil base, whereby the particles are insoluble in the oil so that they remain as suspended scrubbing particles.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is shown for rejuvenating the appearance of skin with reduced or minimal potential for skin irritation, in the form of a lotion or cream which includes as a major component aloe vera as well as vitamins A, B, C, D and E.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one silicone copolymer with a dynamic viscosity ranging from 1×106 to 100×106 cP and at least one additional silicone. This combination can give cosmetic properties, such as at least one of smoothness, lightness, and softness, without the phenomenon of regressing keratin fibers. These compositions can be used for washing and/or conditioning a keratin material, such as the hair or the skin.

Abstract: A fluid gel obtainable by a process which comprises subjecting a solution comprising a mixture of xanthan and one or more non-gelling polysaccharides selected from galactomannans or glucomannans in a solvent to shear while cooling the solution from a temperature above the gelation temperature of the mixture, and recovering the resulting continuous gel. The gel is useful in cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions where it may, for instance, be generated in situ.

Abstract: Topical cosmetic compositions for application to the skin comprises a suitable diluent or carrier in combination with a synergistic mixture of three anti-free-radical agents selected from ascorbic acid, its salts, esters, glucosides and glucosamines; tocopherol and its esters; herbal extracts selected from gingko biloba, morus alba, origanum vulgare, panax ginseng, rosmarinus officinalis, birch extract, camellia sinensis, acerola cherry powder and grape seed oil.

Abstract: The invention provides wet skin treatment compositions for use during bathing. The compositions are activated by water and retained efficiently on skin. The compositions impart desirable benefits to skin, are perceived to absorb quickly on wet skin, and leave the skin feeling clean, but non-greasy.

Abstract: A two-step method for the topical treatment of skin aging and acne and the improvement of skin appearance is disclosed. Compositions for use in this method and a kit containing such compositions are also disclosed. The compositions and methods are effective but gentle enough suitable for daily home use by the consumer.

Abstract: A cleansing composition, which comprises at least one phosphate surfactant, at least one foaming nonionic surfactant and at least one cationic polymer devoid of saccharide groups in an aqueous medium, the composition having the appearance of a transparent gel.

Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological preparations, which are finely dispersed systems of the oil-in-water or water-in-oil type, comprising 1. an oil phase, 2. an aqueous phase, 3. boron nitride which has both hydrophilic and lipophilic properties, i.e. has amphiphilic character, and thus positions itself at the water/oil interface, and 4. at most 0.5% by weight of one or more emulsifiers and also optionally comprising further cosmetic or pharmaceutical auxiliaries, additives and/or active ingredients.

Abstract: This invention discloses, as an article of manufacture, a capsule having a hollow interior and an enclosing wall, referred to as a membrane. The membrane is not soluble in water, but is permeable to water or an aqueous solution. The membrane is comprised of a first material and can also include a second material. When the membrane is comprised of the first material and the second material, then it is referred to as a composite material wherein the first material forms sporting matrix having the second material fixed in the matrix. The first material is a urethane/vinyl hybrid polymer and is not soluble in, reactive with or a solvent for the second material. The second material is a particulate solid, different from the first material, and is not soluble in, reactive with or a solvent for the first material.