Abstract: Disclosed is a personal care composition and a method of providing antiperspirant and anti-inflammation using certain curcuminoid derivatives. The composition comprises: (i) a compound of the Formula 1 Ar—CHnCHn—X.C(R)2—X.CHnCHn—Ar (Formula 1) wherein Ar is a substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group; R is H or CH3; X is CH(OH) group or C?O group; n has the value 1 or 2; and, (ii) a topically acceptable base comprising at least 0.1% of a fragrance wherein, when n=1, the compound of (Formula 1) is 1E,6E)-1,7-bis(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-4,4-dimethylhepta-1,6-diene-3,5-dione (Formula 2), and when n=2, the compound of (Formula 1) is 1,7-bis(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl) heptane-3,5-diol (Formula 4) or is 1,7-bis (3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-4,4-dimethylheptane-3,5-diol (Formula 5).

Abstract: A cosmetic method of reducing perspiration comprising the topical application of a composition comprising a non-pore blocking antiperspirant agent of general formula (I): Ar—CHaCHa—X wherein Ar is an aryl group, a is 1 or 2, and X is a sub-structure of formula CH(OH)—Y or CO.Z, wherein Y is a C1-C10 hydroxyalkyl group and Z is a C1-C10 hydroxyalkyl group or a C1-C10 oxyalkyl group.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and uses for conditioning the scalp against the onset, return or worsening of symptoms associated with dandruff, comprising applying glycerol or a composition comprising glycerol to the scalp of an individual.

Abstract: A method of producing a retinyl ester compound comprising subjecting a composition comprising retinyl or a retinyl ester and a fat or oil of animal or vegetable origins to enzyme catalysed trans-esterification in solvent free conditions to produce a retinyl ester.

Abstract: A method of producing a retinyl ester compound comprising subjecting a composition comprising retinyl or a retinyl ester and a fat or oil of animal or vegetable origins to enzyme catalysed trans-esterification in solvent free conditions to produce a retinyl ester.

Abstract: A method of producing a retinyl ester compound comprising subjecting a composition comprising retinyl or a retinyl ester and a fat or oil of animal or vegetable origins to enzyme catalysed trans-esterification in solvent free conditions to produce a retinyl ester.

Abstract: A personal care product is provided which includes a package filed with a personal care composition and instructions printed on or associated with the package indicating topical use of the composition on skin for purposes of controlling the signs of aging. The composition includes a quaternary ammonium compound selected from (a) salts of hydroxypropyltri(C1–C3 alkyl)ammonium mono-substituted mono-saccharide; (b) salts of hydroxypropyltri(C1–C3 alkyl)ammonium mono-substituted polyols, the salts having a cation of an average molecular weight no higher than about 450 and the salt having a Tg no higher than about 10° C.; (c) dihydroxypropyltri(C1–C3 alkyl)ammonium salts; (d) chlorohydroxypropyltri(C1–C3 alkyl)ammonium salts; and (e) mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Metal pyrithiones, such as zinc pyrithione, can be used to increase the level of lipids in the stratum corneum of the skin.

Abstract: Dandruff and symptoms of dandruff can be treated using lipophilic agents or lipid precursor and/or promoters to strengthen the scalp. The lipophilic agents or lipid precursor and/or promoters are preferably used in conjunction with an antifungal agent which has activity against Malassezia spp, particularly Malassezia furfur. Suitable antifungal agents include those conventionally used for the treatment of dandruff including, for example, zinc pyrithrone (ZnPTO), octopirox and azole antifungal agents such as climbazole and ketocanazole. The antifungal agents may be used singularly or as a mixture of one or more antifungal agents.

Abstract: A topical composition and cosmetic method for treating skin conditions selected form the group consisting of wrinkling, sagging, photodamaged skin, sensitive skin, dry skin, flaky skin, red skin, irritated skin, itchy skin and age spots, the composition comprising: (a) conjugated linoleic acid, and/or derivatives thereof comprising conjugated linoleic acid moieties, in which at least 50% by weight of the conjugated linoleic acid and/or moieties, is present as the cis 9 trans 11 isomer; and (b) a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A composition for topical application to human skin in order to promote the repair of photo-damaged skin and/or to reduce or prevent the damaging effects of ultra-violet light on skin and/or to lighten the skin comprising retinol or a derivative thereof and a dioic acid.