Abstract: A sunscreen-containing cosmetic formulation to protect the human epidermis from UV light in the range from 280 to 400 nm, which formulation includes a cosmetically suitable carrier, together with compounds which absorb in the UV-B region and as photostable UV-A filters effective amounts of compounds of the formula I as defined in the specification.

Abstract: A nail varnish comprising a compound having a vasodilating action and a water-insoluble film-forming agent is suitable for treatment of growth disturbances of the nail.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for depigmenting or bleaching mammalian skin or both, which contains:a) an amount of L-2-oxothiazolidine-4-carboxylic acid effective to depigment or bleach mammalian skin or both, andb) a topically-acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions which provide good coverage of skin imperfections, e.g., pores and uneven skin tone, while retaining a natural skin appearance. The compositions contain a particulate material having a refractive index of at least about 2, e.g., TiO.sub.2, and a skin conditioning component.

Abstract: An improved cosmetic employing a coloring agent and a plasticizer in a volatile solvent includes a film-forming agent which preferably has as components an Amphomer and ethyl cellulose, as well as a cosmetic pigment. The resultant cosmetic is water insoluble and has a staying power far greater than that of conventional lipstick. The novel cosmetic will not smear and come off on beverage receptacles, fabrics or the human skin once it drys. The finish is so sheer that the cosmetic can be applied in at least three successive layers without caking up or cracking. Once applied in this fashion, while allowing each layer to dry between each successive application, a person can shower, swim, smoke, kiss and imbibe beverages without leaving stains from the cosmetic on coffee cups, cheeks or collars. Compositions for enhancing the finish of the cosmetic are also provided. Such compositions transform the finish of the cosmetic from a matte to a high-gloss finish.

Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions which are useful for providing essentially immediate improvements in skin appearance, e.g., good coverage of skin imperfections, e.g., pores and uneven skin tone, in addition to chronic improvements in skin appearance, while retaining a natural skin appearance. The compositions contain a particulate material having a refractive index of at least about 2, e.g., TiO.sub.2, and an active for regulating skin condition following multiple topical applications of the composition. Preferred actives include Vitamin B.sub.3 compounds and retinoids.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions containing water having a mineralization of at least 400 mg/l and an active agent having an irritant side effect exhibit a reduced irritant effect; the water is especially a thermal spring water and/or mineral water and the active agent is especially a keratolytic agent of the salicylic acid derivative type.

Abstract: A method of making a solvent based ink formulation which includes a thermochromic pigment, wherein the pigment being formed of microcapsules, includes drying a slurry that contains the pigment to a solids concentration between 80% and 95%, mixing the dried slurry in an appropriate mixing base, and adding any desired ink components to the base formulation. Each microcapsule contains a reversible thermochromic coloring material which exhibits a visible change in color between a first color state and a second color state in response to a change in temperature. Acceptable ink components include a gel vehicle, a free flow vehicle, a drying agent, a lithographic varnish, an ink wax, a polyester vehicle, a polyglycol solvent, a colloidal dispersion resin, water, and a defoamer.

Abstract: A cosmetic skin cleanser based on natural active ingredients is disclosed. The cleanser comprises an aqueous non-oily suspension of microspheres of a polyoxymethlyene urea containing a natural liquid vegetable oil, and agents based on natural substances for moisturizing the skin. The agents could be aloe vera gel, jojoba oil, cetaryl glucosides, or a mixture of sarcosine, wheat amino acids and palmitic acid, and mixtures thereof, plus propylene glycol as an additional ingredient. The cleanser also includes one or more natural emulsifiers, natural cleansing substances and other excipients and vehicles.

Abstract: Antimicrobial protection may be provided to protective gloves by mixing an antimicrobial agent in a glove material film so that the antimicrobial agent migrates to the exposed surfaces of the gloves when the agent on the glove surface has been depleted. Antimicrobial gloves suitable for use in the food industry may be manufactured using heat sealing/cutting of an extruded film that includes by weight percentages: polymer resin (such as polyethylene) 96 to 98.4%, ethylene vinyl acetate resin 1.0 to 2.0%, antistatic agent (such as polyethylene glycol) 0.3 to 1.0%, and triclosan 0.3 to 1.0%.

Abstract: A composition for application to solid, keratinous surfaces comprising 0.01-80% of a thio-free keratinous protein cross-linking agent, 1-75% of a solvent, and 0.01-35% of a film former, and a method for strenghthening keratinous surfaces by applying the composition of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed is a skin-whitening agent which comprises as its effective ingredient a group of substances capable of forming chemical complexes with melanin monomers. Boron-containing compounds and organelles originated from animals, plants and microorganisms make the invention feasible as they commonly suppress pigmentation through a novel action mechanism where melanin monomers are trapped by chemical complex formation.

Abstract: A method and composition for the topical application of a yohimbine or derivative or stereoisomer thereof or effective .alpha..sub.2 -antagonists, to the skin for inhibiting melanogenesis in the skin leading to skin lightening. The yohimbine may be provided as a natural extract, for example, as an extract of Johimbe bark.

Abstract: A composition for application to fingernails and toe nails includes a binder and a pigment, the binder including volatile and non-volatile components and the pigment being present in the composition in an amount of between 30% to 83% of the total volume of the non-volatile portion of the composition, creating a physical action upon drying of a layer of the composition applied to the nails, wherein a lack of cohesive strength between the pigment and binder results in formation of random cracks in the applied layer.

Abstract: A composition efficacious in aiding weight loss in humans includes a weight-reducing dosage of zinc acetate packaged together with a copper-depletion-preventing dosage of copper gluconate. The zinc acetate is present as essentially the sole active ingredient. The method of using the composition preferably includes administering the zinc acetate and copper gluconate three times per day. In an alternate embodiment, the composition may be administered twice per day. In addition, it has been found that the composition's efficacy is maximized by also imposing a low-fat dietary regime.

Abstract: A method for preventing heartburn episodes in a patient at risk to development of heartburn, comprising administering to the patient, following the heartburn inducing event but prior to development of heartburn, a composition comprising a pharmaceutically effective amount of an H.sub.2 antagonist and an amount of antacid having between about 15 mEq and 46 mEq acid neutralizing capacity.

Abstract: Disclosed are personal care compositions, especially hair styling compositions, containing silicone microemulsions, and corresponding applications of such compositions. The disclosed invention further relates to stable, hair styling compositions containing a silicone microemulsion and lower monohydric alcohol. A preferred personal care composition comprises from about 0.01% to about 20% of a non-silicone containing polymer suitable for hair styling; an organopolysiloxane microemulsion comprising an organopolysiloxane dispersed as particles in the microemulsion having an average particle size of less than about 80 nanometers, and a surfactant system which is compatible with the hair styling polymer; and a carrier comprising from about 3% to about 99% of a first solvent selected from the group consisting of water; water soluble organic solvents; organic solvents which are strongly to moderately strong in hydrogen-bonding parameter; and mixtures thereof; wherein the first solvent is other than C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Disclosed is a vaginal ring intended for the release of at least one drug over a prolonged time period. The vaginal ring contains a ring body made of a first polymeric material having at least one hollow internal channel defining an opening to the exterior of the ring body and which channel is adapted to receive a, drug-containing core through the opening, and an intravaginally administerable drug-containing core disposed in the channel. The core is positioned in the vaginal ring body suitably prior to use in order to substantially avoid initial bursts of drug into the tissues of the subject and resultant side effects such as nausea and vomiting. The core contains a pharmaceutically effective amount of at least one intravaginally administerable drug dispersed in a second polymeric material. The first and second polymeric materials may be the same or different. Representative drugs include contraceptive agents and other steroidal substances for use in hormone replacement therapy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to personal care compositions suitable for styling hair, comprising from about 0.01% to about 20% of a hair styling polymer, a polyorganosiloxane emulsion comprising a polyorganosiloxane dispersed as particles an average particle size of less than about 150 nanometers, and a surfactant system; from about 0.01% to about 10% of a silicone-polyoxyalkylene copolymer surfactant and a carrier comprising at least about 0.5% of a first solvent selected from the group consisting of water; water soluble organic solvents; organic solvents which are strongly to moderately strong in hydrogen-bonding parameter; and mixtures thereof; wherein the first solvent is other than a C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 monohydric alcohol, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 ketone and a C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 ether.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which maintain the structural integrity of the anterior chamber of the eye during ophthalmologic surgery, thereby protecting the tissues that form and line the anterior segment from potential damage and simultaneously providing sustained delivery of a miotic or mydriatic agent. The present invention provides for compositions which comprise a viscoelastic polymer, wherein sustained release of a miotic or mydriatic agent is mediated by ionic interactions, as well as for compositions wherein sustained release of a miotic or mydriatic agent is mediated by microcapsules or copolymer micelles.