Abstract: This invention relates to a topical, cosmetic or dermatological composition, comprising a 1,3 diglyceride having the general formula (I), in which the radicals R1 and R2 represent, independently of one another, a C13 to C40 saturated and linear alkyl radical, and at least one cosmetic or dermatological excipient for a topical application on the skin. This invention also relates to such a composition, or a 1,3 diglyceride having the formula (I), for its use in protecting the skin, in countering the weakening of the skin barrier and in preventing or reducing the penetration of exogenous molecules into the skin following a weakening of the skin barrier.

Abstract: This invention relates to a topical, cosmetic or dermatological composition, comprising a 1,3 diglyceride having the general formula (I), in which the radicals R1 and R2 represent, independently of one another, a C13 to C40 saturated and linear alkyl radical, and at least one cosmetic or dermatological excipient for a topical application on the skin. This invention also relates to such a composition, or a 1,3 diglyceride having the formula (I), for its use in protecting the skin, in countering the weakening of the skin barrier and in preventing or reducing the penetration of exogenous molecules into the skin following a weakening of the skin barrier.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a combination of a retinoid and a diol and polyunsaturated fatty acid ester, a dermatological or dermocosmetic composition containing such a combination and use of same in the treatment of acne and the prevention of retentional lesions. The present invention also concerns a retinoid, optionally in combination with a diol and polyunsaturated fatty acid ester, for use in the prevention of retentional lesions.

Abstract: This invention relates to a topical, cosmetic or dermatological composition, comprising a 1,3 diglyceride having the general formula (I), in which the radicals R1 and R2 represent, independently of one another, a C13 to C40 saturated and linear alkyl radical, and at least one cosmetic or dermatological excipient for a topical application on the skin. This invention also relates to such a composition, or a 1,3 diglyceride having the formula (I), for its use in protecting the skin, in countering the weakening of the skin barrier and in preventing or reducing the penetration of exogenous molecules into the skin following a weakening of the skin barrier.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a combination of a retinoid and a diol and polyunsaturated fatty acid ester, a dermatological or dermocosmetic composition containing such a combination and use of same in the treatment of acne and the prevention of retentional lesions. The present invention also concerns a retinoid, optionally in combination with a diol and polyunsaturated fatty acid ester, for use in the prevention of retentional lesions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ternary lipid association of ?-sitosterol, isocetyl stearoyl stearate and glyceryl tri-2-ethylhexanoate, wherein the ?-sitosterol content of said association is between 0.1% and 5 wt. %.

Abstract: The present invention relates to L-glutamate-derived compounds of general formula (I) in which the R radical is a linear or branched C5 to C2 alkyl group, .—or the benzyl radical, .—or the phenethyl radical, for topical use as a medicament (or as a dermatological active ingredient) intended for the treatment and/or prevention of inflammatory dermatoses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to L-glutamate-derived compounds of general formula (1) in which the R radical is a linear or branched C5 to C2 alkyl group, .—or the benzyl radical, .—or the phenethyl radical, for topical use as a medicament (or as a dermatological active ingredient) intended for the treatment and/or prevention of inflammatory dermatoses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to Formula (I), wherein—if X=NH, each of R1, R2, R3, R4 represents a hydrogen atom; if X=N, the core is aromatic, and R2, R3 and R4 represent hydrogen atoms, and R1=H, halogen, aryl, heteroaryl, alkenyl or acetylenyl; or R1, R2, R3, R4 are defined such that R1 or R2 or R3 or R4 represents a methyl group, and the three other radicals represent a hydrogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to Formula (I), wherein—if X=NH, each of R1, R2, R3, R4 represents a hydrogen atom; if X=N, the core is aromatic, and R2, R3 and R4 represent hydrogen atoms, and R1=H, halogen, aryl, heteroaryl, alkenyl or acetylenyl; or R1, R2, R3, R4 are defined such that R1 or R2 or R3 or R4 represents a methyl group, and the three other radicals represent a hydrogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the following formula (I): where n is an integer between 1 and 15, m is 0, 1, 2 or 3, and R is the hydrocarbon chain of a polyunsaturated fatty acid selected from among omega 3 and omega 6, as well as to pharmaceutical or cosmetic compositions containing same, to a method for preparing and using same, in particular for treating acne and seborrhoeic dermatitis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of 2,3-dihydroxypropyl dodecanoate for treating seborrhea.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the following formula (I): where n is an integer between 1 and 15, m is 0, 1, 2 or 3, and R is the hydrocarbon chain of a polyunsaturated fatty acid selected from among omega 3 and omega 6, as well as to pharmaceutical or cosmetic compositions containing same, to a method for preparing and using same, in particular for treating acne and seborrhoeic dermatitis.

Abstract: The invention concerns a bioprecursor of formula (I), wherein A1 and A2 represent independently of each other a radical derived from a molecule capable of being used in dermatology or in cosmetology; X and Y represent independently of each other a hydrogen atom, a hydroxy group or a C1–C20 alkyl group; and n represents an integer between 0 and 10

Abstract: The invention concerns a bioprecursor of formula (I), wherein A1 and A2 represent independently of each other a radical derived from a molecule capable of being used in dermatology or in cosmetology; X and Y represent independently of each other a hydrogen atom, a hydroxy group or a C1-C20 alkyl group; and n represents an integer between 0 and 10.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ternary glucosyl complex which is a bioprecursor of at least one retinoic active ingredient for percutaneous application, having formula (I), wherein E represents a linear hydrocarbon spacer group that is branched or cyclized and has an aliphatic or aromatic content capable of containing one or several heteroatoms of oxygen and carrying one or several carbonyl groups; A represents a radical of a molecule of said retinoic active ingredient linked to the spacer group by a carboxylate function and n=1 or 2.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition capable of being hydrolyzed by a cutaneous enzyme, glucocerebrosidase. The active precursor is advantageously a gluco-conjugate derived from phenol whereof the two &agr; carbons are free. The invention also concerns the use of such compositions against light-induced skin ageing or for making a medicine for treating certain skin diseases. The invention further concerns novel glucosylated compounds.