Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, in particular setter compositions for cosmetics, including (1) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (2) at least one (poly)glycerolated and/or polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y; (3) a solvent system including (i) water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; and (ii) at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; (4) at least one chelating agent; and (5) at least one ascorbic acid compound, as well as to methods, kits and sets comprising such compositions in container(s) or in application.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, in particular setter compositions for cosmetics, including (1) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (2) at least one nonionic compound Y which is a surfactant having a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) greater than or equal to 7, has at least one carbon chain having at least 8 carbon atoms, and has at least one (poly)glycerolated chain and/or polyoxyalkylenated chain; and (3) a solvent system comprising (i) water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; and (ii) at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application, as well as to methods, kits and sets comprising such compositions in container(s) or in application.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, in particular setter compositions for cosmetics, including (1) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (2) at least one (poly)glycerolated and/or polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y; (3) a solvent system comprising at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; and optionally (4) at least one agent selected from the group consisting of (i) at least one chelating agent; (ii) at least one gelling agent; (iii) at least one antioxidant selected from the group consisting of ascorbic acid compounds, sulfur-containing antioxidants, and mixtures thereof, (iv) at least one non-mineral filler, and (v) mixtures thereof, as well as to methods, kits and sets comprising such compositions in container(s) or in application.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, in particular setter compositions for cosmetics, including (1) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (2) at least one (poly)glycerolated and/or polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y; (3) a solvent system including (i) water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; and (ii) at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; and (4) at least one non-mineral filler, as well as to methods, kits and sets comprising such compositions in container(s) or in application.

Abstract: Compositions for making up the skin are provided. Compositions include: (1) a solvent system comprising water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition and at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in a concentration by weight in the composition that is about 55% or less and in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; (2) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (3) at least one polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y and having on average from four to seven oxyalkylene units per molecule; and (4) at least one pigment. Methods of use are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, in particular setter compositions for cosmetics, including (1) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (2) at least one (poly)glycerolated and/or polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y; (3) a solvent system including (i) water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; and (ii) at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; and (4) at least one sulfur-containing antioxidant, as well as to methods, kits and sets comprising such compositions in container(s) or in application.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, in particular setter compositions for cosmetics, including (1) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (2) at least one (poly)glycerolated and/or polyoxyalkylenated nonionic compound Y; (3) a solvent system including (i) water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; and (ii) at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; and (4) at least one gelling agent, as well as to methods, kits and sets comprising such compositions in container(s) or in application.

Abstract: Emulsion composition comprising: an exterior fatty phase; an interior aqueous phase comprising water in an amount of at least about 5% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; optionally at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in an amount of from about up to about 50% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; at least one polyphenol; at least one glycerolated and/or polyoxyalkenated compound Y having an HLB below about 8; and at least one pigment. Methods of making emulsion compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Compositions for making up the skin are provided. Compositions include: (1) a solvent system comprising (i) water in an amount of at least about 10% by weight with respect to the total weight of the composition; and (ii) at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol in a concentration by weight in the composition that is about 55% or less and in an amount effective to inhibit formation of a precipitate of compound X and compound Y in the composition prior to application; (2) at least one polyphenol X comprising at least two different phenol groups; (3) at least one glycerolated nonionic compound Y and having an HLB of at least about 7; and (4) at least one pigment.

Abstract: A skin tightening composition including about 2 to about 35 wt. % of at least one thickener selected from polyamide-8, styrene ethylene/propylene copolymer, nylon-611/dimethicone crosspolymer, VP/EICOSENE copolymer, fumed silicas, hydrophobically modified silica, silica silylate, clays and a combination thereof; about 1.5 to about 13 wt. % of at least one filler; about 5 to about 45 wt. % of at least one hydrophobic film former; and about 20 to about 85 wt. % of at least one volatile hydrocarbon, wherein a weight ratio of the at least one hydrophobic film former c) to the at least one thickener a) is 1:2 to 8:1 (hydrophobic film former c):thickener a)), and all weight percentages are based on the total weight of the skin tightening composition.

Abstract: The instant disclosure relates to cosmetic compositions that when applied to skin instantaneously and dramatically improve the appearance of the skin. The compositions include volatile hydrocarbon oil; mineral thickening agents; silicone elastomers; and hydrophobic film forming polymers; wherein the weight ratio of the total amount of hydrophobic film forming polymers to the total amount of mineral thickeners (film forming polymers: mineral thickening agent) is 1:1 to 8:1, and the weight ratio of the total amount of silicone elastomer to the total amount of mineral thickener (silicone elastomer: mineral thickening agent) is 1:1 to 5:1. Methods for improving the appearance of skin comprising application of the cosmetic compositions to the skin are also disclosed.

Abstract: A biphasic leave-on skin peel composition, being light-weight, with a pleasing feel upon application, with little to no skin irritation and discomfort. The composition includes at least one of each of alpha and beta hydroxy acids and high content of non-water miscible oil and is present from at least 20% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. The oily and water phases may be present in equal amounts (about 1:1). The composition includes water and alcohol as solvents in the water phase and may include phenylethyl resorcinol and other optional additives, may be devoid or essentially free of surfactant.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods for improving the appearance of the skin. Compositions comprise at least one thermoplastic elastomer, at least one adhesive polymer, and at least one filler. Methods comprise applying the compositions to the skin to tighten the skin or hide skin imperfections by forming a film on the skin.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for exfoliating skin and method for exfoliating skin using the cosmetic composition are provided. The cosmetic composition has at least one oxidizing agent; at least one fatty compound present from about at least 20 wt. %, the said fatty compound having a molecular weight of less than about 400 g/mol; and wherein the composition can accelerate skin rejuvenation, reduce skin pore size appearance and casual sebum, improve skin tone evenness and radiance, and improve overall skin appearance.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods, systems and kits for treating the skin by applying onto the skin a skin tightening composition comprising 1) at least one thermoplastic elastomer and at least one adhesive polymer; and 2) a sunscreen composition comprising one or more UV filters. Methods, systems and kits comprise applying the compositions of the systems sequentially.

Abstract: Systems, applicators, and methods for producing oxygen in a skincare formulation are described. In one embodiment, a system includes a skincare formulation comprising a peroxide; and an applicator that carries a peroxide-decomposing catalyst. The peroxide-decomposing catalyst is configured to come in contact with the peroxide and decompose the peroxide to provide oxygen gas proximate to a skin of a user.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for brightening skin and a method for brightening skin using the cosmetic composition are provided. The cosmetic composition is ammonia-free and persulfate-free, and includes hydrogen peroxide, at least one alkaline booster and at least one fatty compound present from about at least 30% by weight, based upon the total weight of the composition. The method for brightening skin includes applying to the skin a composition provided as a multi-part system, the parts separately containing two or more sub-compositions each of which comprises one of the hydrogen peroxide and the alkaline booster, one or both comprising a fatty compound component, the sub-combinations combinable at the time of use.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods for improving the appearance of the skin. Compositions comprise at least one thermoplastic elastomer, at least one adhesive polymer, and at least one filler. Methods comprise applying the compositions to the skin to tighten the skin or hide skin imperfections by forming a film on the skin.

Abstract: A skin tightening composition including about 2 to about 35 wt. % of at least one thickener selected from polyamide-8, styrene ethylene/propylene copolymer, nylon-611/dimethicone crosspolymer, VP/EICOSENE copolymer, fumed silicas, hydrophobically modified silica, silica silylate, clays and a combination thereof; about 1.5 to about 13 wt. % of at least one filler; about 5 to about 45 wt. % of at least one hydrophobic film former; and about 20 to about 85 wt. % of at least one volatile hydrocarbon, wherein a weight ratio of the at least one hydrophobic film former c) to the at least one thickener a) is 1:2 to 8:1 (hydrophobic film former c):thickener a)), and all weight percentages are based on the total weight of the skin tightening composition.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for brightening skin and a method for brightening skin using the cosmetic composition are provided. The cosmetic composition has a pH<7, and includes an oxidizing agent, in some embodiments comprising hydrogen peroxide, and at least one fatty compound present from about at least 30% by weight, based upon the total weight of the composition. The method for brightening skin includes applying to the skin a composition provided as a single-part system, the system including the oxidizing agent and a fatty compound component.