Abstract: Disclosed are formulations for topical application, the formulation comprising a C15 branched polyalphaolefin, an aqueous phase, a non-aqueous phase, and at least one sunscreen active agent, alone or in combination with an insect repellant.

Abstract: Stable photoprotective cosmetic emulsions, notably water-in-oil emulsions well suited for the UV-photoprotection of the skin, lips, mucous membranes and/or hair, contain at least one aqueous phase, at least one oily phase, an effective UV-photoprotecting amount of at least one coated or uncoated metal oxide UV-blocking agent and an effective stabilizing amount of at least one amphiphilic oligomer or polymer derived from a polyolefin which also comprises at least one polar moiety, formulated into a physiologically acceptable medium therefor.

Abstract: Treatment for preventing and limiting the release of the chemical mediators which are responsible of the starting of cutaneous inflammatory phenomena comprising administration to a patient of hypoosmotic saline solutions.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition containing, in a physiologically acceptable medium: (a) at least a DHEA derivative selected among 7-hydroxy DHEA and 7-keto DHEA, and (b) at least an isoflavonoid. The invention also concerns cosmetic and dermatological uses of said composition, in particular for preventing or treating actinic skin ageing symptoms.

Abstract: Cosmetic methods of skin lightening using coumarin derivatives of formula I as skin lightening agents alone or in combination with other skin benefit agents and together with a cosmetic vehicle: Where each or both R1 and/or R2 represents hydrogen; linear or branched C1-C18 alkyl, alkenyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl, hydroxyalkyl, hydroxyalkenyl, acyl, cycloacyl, or alkoxy groups; Each or both R3 and/or R4, which may be connected by a single or double carbon-carbon bond (shown as a dotted line), represents hydrogen; linear or branched C1-C18 alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, cycloalkyl, or cycloalkenyl group; and Each or both R5 and/or R6 represents a hydrogen atom, OH, C1-C4 acyl group, C1-C4 alkyl group, O—CO—R7, O—COO—R8 group, mesyl group or tosyl group, where each or both R7 and/or R8 represents hydrogen; linear or branched C1-C18 alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxyalkyl, hydroxyalkenyl, acyl, cycloacyl, or alkoxy groups.

Abstract: A water-free antiperspirant composition is presented which comprises a) at least two particulate polysaccharides and/or polysaccharide derivatives, b) at least one astringent antiperspirant agent and c) at least one lipid component with a melting point of 30 to 150° C. in a liquid carrier material.

Abstract: Topically applicable, enhanced SPF cosmetic/dermatological UV-screening compositions suited for the photoprotection of the skin and/or hair, comprise, (i) at least one UV-screening benzotriazole-substituted silicon compound, as a first screening agent; (ii) at least one UV-screening dibenzoylmethane compound, as a second screening agent; (iii) at least one 4,4-diarylbutadiene compound, as a third screening agent, formulated into a topically applicable, cosmetically/dermatologically acceptable vehicle therefor.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to compositions having improved delivery of pharmaceutical actives. These compositions comprise pharmaceutical actives in an anhydrous solvent. These compositions may take the form of liquid elixirs placed into the mouth and eventually swallowed, or can be delivered via liquid-filled drops, metered liquid dosing devices, atomizers and liquid-releasing, edible capsules.

Abstract: Stable, topically applicable cosmetic/dermatological compositions, notably W/O emulsions, well suited for the UV-photoprotection of the skin, lips and/or the hair, and/or for the makeup of the skin and/or the lips, contain a thus effective amount of at least one mineral oxide having a hydrophobic coating thereon, e.g., coated particulates of an oxide of titanium and/or zinc, and, as a stabilizing agent therefor, a thus effective amount of at least one oxyalkylenated polydimethylsiloxane bearing at least one glycoside residue substituent, formulated into a physiologically acceptable medium therefor.

Abstract: Film-forming compositions, as well as methods of making and using, wherein the compositions include an optional active agent, water, a surfactant, and a water-soluble or water-dispersible vinyl polymer comprising amine group-containing side-chains and a copolymerized hydrophobic monomer; wherein the amine equivalent weight of the polymer is at least about 300 grams polymer per equivalent of amine group.

Abstract: The present invention includes oil-free cosmetic or dermatological emulsions that include a water phase and at least one UV filter substance which is liquid at room temperature as a further phase, where the difference in density between the UV filter phase and the water phase (determinable using a computerized digital density meter of the type DMA 45 from Chempro/PA at 25° C.) is not greater than 0.01 g·cm?3. The present invention further includes processes for the preparation of oil-free emulsions.

Abstract: Antiperspirant compositions and corresponding methods of use comprising a particulate antiperspirant active having a metal to chloride molar ratio of less than or equal to about 1.3, a volatile solvent, a low surface tension non-volatile solvent, and a suspending agent provide reduced skin irritation and superior antiperspirant efficacy.

Abstract: Antiperspirant actives that produce practically no visible white residue, even against a black background is provided by the reduction of the particle size, using a refractive index modifier, to a point where the antiperspirant active on application provides no discernible whiteness. When formulated into an antiperspirant stick, the antiperspirant actives produce an improved combination of functional properties, including excellent antiperspirancy, smooth skin feel, nontacky, quick drying and leave no visible residue. The exceptionally high surface area of the antiperspirant active results in rapid and efficient delivery of the active to the sweat glands and possible absorption. The absence or reduced quantity of suspending and flow enhancing agents, of gellant and surfactant, is believed to improve the antiperspirant active's ability to physically reach the sweat glands and improve efficacy.

Abstract: A composition useful in the prevention of iron deficiency anemia is provided. The composition comprises micro-encapsulated iron granules in combination with a lipid-based excipient. The composition may additionally contain other micronutrients including ascorbic acid, zinc, vitamin A and iodine. The composition is particularly useful for the prevention of iron deficiency anemia in infants between the ages of 6 and 24 months of age since it can readily be admixed with the semi-solid foods this age group consumes.

Abstract: The present invention is a sunscreen composition that has at least one sunscreen agent and at least one glucoside emulsifier. The composition also has water. Preferably, the sunscreen composition also has at least one of the following additional components: emulsifier other than glucoside, emollient, skin-feel additive, moisturizing agent, film former/waterproofing agent, pH adjuster/chelating agent, preservative, or any combinations thereof. The composition is a stable oil-in-water emulsion.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods useful for treating a variety of cosmetic conditions and dermatological disorders, where the composition includes a phenyl glycine derivative represented by the following formula: wherein, R1 and R2 are independently H, I, F, Cl, Br, OH, SH, NH2, NHNH2, alkyl, aralkyl, alkoxy, acetoxy, acyloxy group having 1 to 9 carbon atoms, and being attached at the 2, 3 or 4 position of the phenyl group, whereby when R1 and/or R2 are OH, SH, NH2, they may be acetylated or acylated with 1 to 9 carbon atoms; R3 is H, formyl, acetyl, propanoyl, acyl, alkyl, aralkyl or an aryl group having 1 to 9 carbon atoms; R4 is OH, NH2, NHOH, NHNH2, or OR; where R is an alkyl, aralkyl or aryl group having 1 to 9 carbon atoms; the H attached to any carbon or nitrogen atom may be substituted by I, F, Cl, Br, OH, SH, NH2, NHNH2, an alkyl, aralkyl, alkoxy or acyl group having 1 to 9 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care compositions containing thymosin beta 4 are provided. The compositions improve the appearance of aged or damaged skin.

Abstract: The invention discloses a composition comprising a sulfur-containing glycine residue combined with urea to increase the permeation of an active agent or drug through human nail tissue. The invention further provides methods of applying the composition to a nail surface.

Abstract: The use of a polymeric carrier material treated with a fluorescent whitening agent, for lightening human skin and for protecting human skin against UV radiation, is described.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of at least one amphiphilic copolymer comprising at least one hydrophilic block and at least one hydrophobic block to stabilize dispersions of insoluble organic compounds comprising at least one group that absorbs UV radiation, which is in the form of particles with a mean size of between 10 nm and 5 &mgr;m, and also to dispersions stabilized with these amphiphilic copolymers and to cosmetic compositions for topical application, in particular antisun compositions, containing them.