Abstract: The present invention provides a skin cosmetic containing the following components (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), and (F): (A) 0.5 to 7 mass % of a linear saturated fatty acid having 12 to 22 of carbon atom, (B) 0.01 to 5 mass % of an organic base, (C) 0.01 to 1 mass % of an inorganic base, (D) 0.6 to 7 mass % of a linear saturated alcohol having 12 to 22 of carbon atom, (E) 0.1 to 20 mass % of an oil agent, and (F) water, wherein the total amount of the components (A) and (D) is (A)+(D)=from 1 to 14 mass %, the mass ratio of the component (A) to the total amount of the components (A) and (D) [(A)+(D)] is (A)/[(A)+(D)]=from 0.1 to 0.9, the molar ratio of the component (B) to the total amount of the components (B) and (C) [(B)+(C)] is (B)/[(B)+(C)]=from 5 to 50 mol %, and the molar ratio of the total amount of the components (B) and (C) [(B)+(C)] to the component (A) is [(B)+(C)]/(A)=more than 80 mol % and 120 mol % or less.

Abstract: A polymeric prodrug composition including a hydrogel, a biologically active moiety and a reversible prodrug linker. The prodrug linker covalently links the hydrogel and the biologically active moiety at a position and the hydrogel has a plurality of pores with openings on its surface. The diameter of the pores is larger than that of the biologically active moiety at least at all points of the pore between at least one of the openings and the position of the biologically active moiety.

Abstract: Mammalian hair growth is reduced by applying an inhibitor of telomerase to the skin.

Abstract: A method and composition is provided for managing in-grown hair which involves applying to those areas malonic acid or a salt thereof in a carrier. The method and composition allows for comfortable shaving of skin by minimizing the problem of in-grown hair.

Abstract: A topical product for the application to the skin or mucosal surfaces comprises yellow beeswax in an oleaginous base of, e.g., olive oil, sunflower oil, almond oil, cod liver oil, castor oil, along with an excipient vehicle. The product is useful in connection with a variety of conditions and ailments of the skin (including burns and abrasions) and mucosal surfaces of, for example, the vaginal and anal areas.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating osteoporosis using the compositions are disclosed where the compositions have reduced GI toxicity and improved bio-availability and include a bisphosphonate and zwitterionic phospholipid.

Abstract: 1. A composition which is at least substantially anhydrous and comprises a. At least one water immiscible emollient oil in sufficient quantity to provide emollience to skin, b. At least one emulsifying agent capable of forming an emulsion, in situ, on the skin with the above oil when water is added to the said composition, the said emulsifier in such quantities that the oil is substantially removed from the skin, c. A physical stabilization of the composition enhancing amount of a component selected from the group consisting of 1) At lease one wax, 2) At lease one oil gelling agent that is both water and oil insoluble, and 3) A mixture of 1 and 2.

Abstract: Nanodiamonds can be included in various compositions to take advantage of the ability of nanodiamond to bond with biological materials and to improve mechanical strength. Nanodiamonds can be dispersed in a biologically acceptable carrier to form various nanodiamond compositions. The presence of nanodiamonds can increase binding with many biological materials, making the compositions of the present invention useful for a large variety of purposes such as cleansing, testing and identification of materials, and treatment of adverse conditions. Specific examples of nanodiamond compositions that can be formulated include deodorants, toothpastes, shampoos, antibiotics, dermal strips, DNA test strips, skin cleansers, and the like. Similarly, nanodiamond particles can be included in a cosmetic nanodiamond composition within a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Cosmetic nanodiamond compositions can include, for example, nail polish, eyeliner, lip gloss, exfoliant, and the like.

Abstract: The hair treatment composition for providing a flexible long-lasting hair fixing contains a combination of at least three film-forming, hair-fixing polymers. This hair treatment composition contains at least one amphoteric polymer, at least one anionic polymer and at least one nonionic vinyl lactam homopolymer or copolymer. The at least one amphotenc polymer is formed from at least one monomer, which has at least one neutralized or non-neutmlized acid group, and from at least one other monomer, which has at least one neutralized or non-neutralized amine group. The anionic polymer is built up from at least one radically polymerizable ethylenicaily unsaturated carboxylic acid, such as acrylic or methacrylic acid.

Abstract: Non-aerosol spray-on skin patch compositions as described comprising at least one substantially water insoluble film forming agent, at least one film plasticizer agent, at least one water soluble compound, and at least one organic solvent, the composition forming a flexible, porous and physiologically compatible skin patch when sprayed on to skin and allowed to dry. Also described are methods of improving wound healing by administering a physiologically active ingredient to a patient in need of such treatment.

Abstract: A paper product that is applied with a water-soluble lotion composition is provided. In one embodiment of the present invention, the lotion composition includes water in an amount up to about 90% by weight of said lotion composition, a water-soluble skin-conditioning component in an amount up to about 75% by weight of said lotion composition, a viscosity modifier component in an amount up to about 10% by weight of said lotion composition, and an optional liquid-coupling component in an amount up to about 60% by weight of said lotion composition. Typically, the add-on level of the lotion composition is between about 1% to about 25% by weight of the paper product. As a result, the paper product can be used to dry the hands of a user, while also imparting certain benefits to the skin as well.

Abstract: A process for producing a sterile foam for medical or veterinary use is provided. A physiologically acceptable formulation for application to a body as a foam contains a foamable gelling agent. The formulation is foamed and treated with a precipitant which is calcium citrate or a calcium ion. The precipitant is combined with the foamable gelling agent before or during the foaming of the gelling agent. The foam thus obtained is allowed to cure and is then immersed in a bath of the precipitant. The treated foam is dried and sterilized by exposure to gamma-irradiation or ethylene oxide.

Abstract: Water-in-oil emulsions, compositions, and methods that include a vinyl polymer having a pKa of less than 4 that includes anionic group-containing side chains and alkyl-Y-containing side chains, wherein Y is O or NR, wherein R is hydrogen or methyl, and wherein the alkyl group of the alkyl-Y-containing side chain has at least 4 carbon atoms on average in a cyclic, branched-, or straight-chain configuration and optionally including one or more heteroatoms.

Abstract: A method of superficial epidermal peeling in a human comprising massaging unto the horny layer of the epidermis (stratum corneum), a composition comprising vegetable-derived elements characterized by sufficient length and rigidity to enter into the horny layer, improving the constitution of the skin tint, smoothing the skin surface, removing wrinkles, blemishes, localized hyperkeratoses and reducing skin pore size by regulating seborrhea.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions containing ferulic acid at a pH of from 3 to 5, in an aqueous phase, along with a polyol, have improved storage stability and dissolution at body temperature.

Abstract: Topical gelled compositions comprising an optional drug dispersed within a polymer matrix, methods of producing the same and treatments with the complex.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nanocapsules consisting of a lipid core forming or containing a lipophilic active principle, and of a water-insoluble continuous envelope comprising at least one dendritic polymer of polyester type containing optionally modified terminal hydroxyl functions, and to cosmetic and/or dermatological compositions containing the said nanocapsules based on dendritic polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a application system for coating, in particular, for making up, keratin fibers, having a reservoir containing a composition for coating, in particular, for making up keratin fibers, in particular, the eyelashes, a removable closure means designed to close the reservoir and an applicator member for applying the composition to the fibers, wherein the coating composition has an aqueous medium and a film-forming polyurethane in the form of solid particles dispersed in the aqueous medium, the composition having a viscosity, measured at 25° C., at a shear rate of 200 s−1, ranging from 5 Pa·s to 18 Pa·s, and wherein the composition is free of wax.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition, in particular a cosmetic or dermatological composition, for caring for and/or making up the skin, that includes: a liquid fatty phase including polymer particles that are dispersed and surface-stabilized therein, and a dyestuff, wherein the liquid fatty phase includes a volatile liquid phase and a non-volatile liquid phase, the non-volatile phase having a solubility parameter &dgr;h≦5 (J/cm3)½ and wherein a volatile phase/non-volatile phase weight ratio ranges from 2 to 25. This composition makes it possible to obtain on the skin a flexible, comfortable, non-greasy film which can camouflage marks, dyschromia and couperose on the skin. The invention also relates to a process for camouflaging marks and other dyschromia on the skin.

Abstract: The present application relates to cosmetic compositions containing, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous medium, at least one anionic polymer and an acrylic terpolymer, as well as to the use of these compositions for treating keratinous material. The acrylic terpolymer comprises: a) about 20 to 70% by weight of a carboxylic acid containing &agr;,&bgr;-monoethylenic unsaturation; b) about 20 to 80% by weight of a non-surfactant monomer containing monoethylenic unsaturation, which is different from a), and c) about 0.5 to 60% by weight of a nonionic urethane monomer which is the product of reaction of a monohydric nonionic surfactant with a monoisocyanate containing monoethylenic unsaturation. The invention relates in particular to leave-in hair products, such as gels, mousses, lacquers and sun compositions.