Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least: (1) a cosmetic agent consisting of galactomannans with molar masses of 5 kDa to 630 kDa, preferably between 5 and 120 kDa, more preferably between 8 and 80 kDa, and cross-linked sulfated galactans with molar masses of 7 kDa and 3000 kDa, preferably between 7 and 1100 kDa, more preferably between 8 and 200 kDa, and (2) a Theobroma cacao L bean hydrolysate, and its use in particular for maintaining the balance of the skin microbiota and promoting and/or improving the wear of make-up.

Abstract: The present invention relates in particular to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least: a) a cosmetic agent consisting of galactomannans with molar masses comprised between 5 and 630 kDa, preferably between 5 and 120 kDa, more preferably between 8 and 80 kDa, and cross-linked sulfated galactans with molar masses comprised between 7 and 3000 kDa, preferably between 7 and 1100 kDa, more preferably between 8 and 200 kDa, and b) a Theobroma cacao L bean hydrolysate, and its use in particular for maintaining the balance of the skin microbiota and promoting and/or improving the wear of make-up.

Abstract: The present invention relates in particular to a cosmetic composition for making up keratin materials, in particular the skin, the lips or the eyes, preferably the skin, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least: a) a hydrolysate of Theobroma cacao L beans, b) a prebiotic and a probiotic, and c) one or more coloring material(s).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically-acceptable medium at least: a) a cosmetic agent consisting of galactomannans of molar masses comprised between 5 and 630 kDa, preferably between 5 and 120 kDa, still more preferably between 8 and 80 kDa, and crosslinked sulfated galactans of molar masses comprised between 7 and 3000 kDa, preferably between 7 and 1100 kDa, still more preferably between 8 and 200 kDa, and b) a prebiotic and a probiotic.

Abstract: A cereal extract is cosmetically used and obtained by at least one polar solvent. This cereal extract is used as a slimming agent in a slimming cosmetic composition. The cosmetic use makes it possible to achieve an effective slimming cosmetic care with a natural, nontoxic slimming agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel cosmetic uses of phytosphingosine or of one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, as a slimming agent and/or as an active agent which stimulates the synthesis of leptin by adipocytes, for preparing a cosmetic composition intended for reducing subcutaneous excess fat. The invention also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment intended for obtaining a slimming effect on the human body according to which a cosmetic composition containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, is applied on the parts of the body to be treated. The invention also relates to novel cosmetic compositions containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, in combination with a lipolytic agent selected from the group consisting of CAMP and its derivatives, adenylate cyclase enzyme activating agents and phosphodiesterase enzyme inhibiting agents.

Abstract: An extract of the orchid Vanda coerulea is used as cosmetic active agent for regulating the cell cycle in the skin to combat or delay the appearance of visible signs of skin aging or slow down the effects thereof. The extract is used in a cosmetic composition or in an anti-aging method for delaying the appearance of signs of skin aging or slowing down the effects thereof to maintain the firmness of the skin and tissues or restore a more radiant complexion to the skin or alternatively combat disorders of pigmentation related to skin aging.

Abstract: A cereal extract is cosmetically used and obtained by at least one polar solvent. This cereal extract is used as a slimming agent in a slimming cosmetic composition. The cosmetic use makes it possible to achieve an effective slimming cosmetic care with a natural, nontoxic slimming agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel cosmetic uses of phytosphingosine or of one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, as a slimming agent and/or as an active agent which stimulates the synthesis of leptin by adipocytes, for preparing a cosmetic composition intended for reducing subcutaneous excess fat. The invention also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment intended for obtaining a slimming effect on the human body according to which a cosmetic composition containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, is applied on the parts of the body to be treated. The invention also relates to novel cosmetic compositions containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, in combination with a lipolytic agent selected from the group consisting of CAMP and its derivatives, adenylate cyclase enzyme activating agents and phosphodiesterase enzyme inhibiting agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel cosmetic uses of phytosphingosine or of one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, as a slimming agent and/or as an active agent which stimulates the synthesis of leptin by adipocytes, for preparing a cosmetic composition intended for reducing subcutaneous excess fat. The invention also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment intended for obtaining a slimming effect on the human body according to which a cosmetic composition containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, is applied on the parts of the body to be treated. The invention also relates to novel cosmetic compositions containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, in combination with a lipolytic agent selected from the group consisting of cAMP and its derivatives, adenylate cyclase enzyme activating agents and phosphodiesterase enzyme inhibiting agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel cosmetic uses of phytosphingosine or of one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, as a slimming agent and/or as an active agent which stimulates the synthesis of leptin by adipocytes, for preparing a cosmetic composition intended for reducing subcutaneous excess fat. The invention also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment intended for obtaining a slimming effect on the human body according to which a cosmetic composition containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, is applied on the parts of the body to be treated. The invention also relates to novel cosmetic compositions containing phytosphingosine or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts, particularly its hydrochloride, in combination with a lipolytic agent selected from the group consisting of CAMP and its derivatives, adenylate cyclase enzyme activating agents and phosphodiesterase enzyme inhibiting agents.

Abstract: Products of formula (I) extracted from a plant of the genus Commiphora, particularly the Commiphora mukul plant, wherein R is (a) a CH2OH grouping, (b) a COOH grouping, and salts or esters thereof are described. These products and the extracts containing them are effective cosmetic agents against wrinkles.