Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for imparting a long-wearing color to keratin fibers, including hair. More specifically, the invention relates to cosmetic compositions and methods for improving retention of particulate materials, such as pigments, on hair to artificially color the hair and/or to impart other aesthetic benefits to the hair. The compositions comprise at least one aminosilicone polymer having at least one diamino functional group, and a functional group equivalent weight (FGEW) from about 1,000 to about 2,000 g/mol and a non-spherical particulate material.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Abutilon indicum to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Antidesma bunius to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are provided, which are capable of having a tightening and/or curling effect on a human integument when applied thereto. Cosmetic compositions according to the invention typically include a cosmetically acceptable vehicle and a pH-dependent film-forming polymer of either a poly(methacrylic acid-co-methyl methacrylate) or a poly(methacrylic acid-co-ethyl acrylate). The tightening and/or curling effect of these cosmetic compositions is prolonged and substantially resistant to environmental stresses such as increased heat or humidity.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are provided, which are capable of having a tightening and/or curling effect on a human integument when applied thereto. Cosmetic compositions according to the invention typically include a cosmetically acceptable vehicle and a pH-dependent film-forming polymer of either a poly(methacrylic acid-co-methyl methacrylate) or a poly(methacrylic acid-co-ethyl acrylate). The tightening and/or curling effect of these cosmetic compositions is prolonged and substantially resistant to environmental stresses such as increased heat or humidity.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Eurya groffii to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Sargassum muticum to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Gracilaria textorii to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are provided, which are capable of forming a cosmetic film on a human integument when applied thereto. Cosmetic compositions according to the invention typically include a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, optionally, one or more colorants, and a pH-dependant film-forming polymer of poly(methacrylic acid-co-methyl methacrylate) having a ratio of methacrylic acid to methyl methacrylate of about 1:1 to about 1:2, an acid value of from about 150 to about 350 mg KOH/g, and a weight average molar mass between about 100,000 and about 150,000 g/mol. The compositions are capable of forming an adherent film on a human integument that is substantially resistant to removal by water at a first pH, but readily dispersible or soluble in water at a second pH higher than said first pH.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Abutilon indicum to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Hedyotis hedyotidea to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Tetracera asiatica to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Plumeria acuminata to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Glochidion wallichianum to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin by an increase in glycosaminoglycan production and/or content, are provided. The aesthetic improvement effects are treatment, prevention, and/or reduction of fine lines and/or wrinkles improvement in thickness, plumpness, and/or tautness; increase in skin elasticity and/or resiliency; treatment, reduction, and/or prevention of skin sagging; improvement in skin firmness. A composition for providing aesthetic improvement of the skin comprises an effective amount of an extract of Glochidion wallichianum and a water-in-oil, oil-in-water, silicone-in-water, water-in-silicone, polyol-in-silicone, or silicone-in-polyol emulsion.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Sesbania aculeata to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Calotropis gigantea to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Allamanda cathartica to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin are provided, said methods comprising applying the extacts of Allamanda cathartica in pharmaceutically and cosmetically acceptable formulations to the skin surface, which results in activation of collagen synthesis and leads to skin lightening and anti-wrinkle effects.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Basella alba to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin.

Abstract: Methods of using extracts of Phyllanthus acidus to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin. The present invention relates generally to compositions for topical application to the skin which comprise extracts of Phyllanthus acidus and the use of such compositions to provide benefits to the skin, in particular, aesthetic improvement, anti-aging, anti-cellulite, skin lightening, and/or anti-wrinkle benefits.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of using extracts of Vernonia cinerea to impart benefits to skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from aging or damaged skin, by increasing glycosaminoglycan production and/or content. The present invention is further directed to a composition for providing an aesthetic improvement of the skin comprising an effective amount of a second aqueous extract of a butanol/water extract of Vernonia cinerea and a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, in the form of a water-in-oil, oil-in-water, silicone-in-water, water-in-silicone, polyol-in-silicone, or silicone-in-polyol emulsion.