Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to compositions and methods for providing increased skin care benefits and/or multiple skin care benefits. The methods and compositions disclosed herein are directed to skin care compositions and skin care products comprising at least four osmolytes selected from amino acids, methyl-amines and polyols. More specifically, the methods and compositions disclosed herein are directed to skin care compositions and skin care products comprising a combination of at least four osmolytes selected from the group consisting of betaine, inositol, proline and serine.

Abstract: Laccase enzymes and nucleic acid sequences encoding such laccase enzymes are described. The laccase enzymes may be employed in conjunction with mediators in improved methods for modifying the color of denim fabrics. Low temperature and single-bath textile processing using laccase enzymes are also described.