Abstract: The present invention relates to preparations, particularly cosmetic and dermatological preparations, comprising a Radix Glycyrrhizae inflatae extract. In one embodiment, the extract includes licochalcone A. The preparations are useful for the treatment or prevention of rosacea. The invention also relates to methods of treating or preventing rosacea comprising applying Radix Glycyrrhizae inflatae extract, particularly including licochalcone A. In one embodiment, the Radix Glycyrrhizae inflatae extract is part of a cosmetic or dermatological preparation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of licochalcone A for the treatment of rosacea.

Abstract: A method of treating or prophylactically treating immunosuppression or allergic and inflammatory symptoms of skin caused by UVB radiation which comprises applying to the skin a cosmetic or dermatological composition which comprises one or more flavonoids.

Abstract: The invention relates to oligoribonucleotides, which are capable of inducing breakdown of the mrna enzymes that break down connective tissue, and to pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions, which are provided for topical application and which contain the oligoribonucleotides. The compositions are particularly suited for treating degenerative skin disorders.

Abstract: Use of one or more substances selected from the group of pyrimidines and purines for the preparation of cosmetic or dermatological preparations for boosting natural skin tanning and/or for stimulating melanogenesis in human skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of licochalcone A for the treatment of rosacea.

Abstract: Cosmetic and/or dermatological preparation containing one or more 2,3-dibenzylbutyrolactone derivatives and/or their glycosides besides optionally additional cosmetic and/or dermatological active ingredients, auxiliary agents, and additives.

Abstract: The invention relates to oligoribonucleotides, which are capable of inducing breakdown of the mRNA enzymes that break down connective tissue, and to pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions, which are provided for topical application and which contain the oligoribonucleotides. The compositions are particularly suited for treating degenerative skin disorders.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical or cosmetic composition for topical application containing one or more oligonucleotides which are capable of hybridizing with a mRNA or a gene sequence which codes for a connective-tissue decomposing enzyme, or a physiologically compatible salt thereof. The compositions are suitable in particular for the treatment of degenerative skin conditions.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation with a content of an active agent combination comprising (a) at least one creatinine compound selected from the group consisting of creatinine and derivatives of creatinine; (b) at least one creatine compound selected from the group consisting of creatine and derivatives of creatine; and (c) at least one soybean compound selected from the group consisting of soybean germ extracts and ingredients which can be isolated from soybean germ. The present invention also includes methods for stimulating collagen synthesis of the skin, for restructuring or rejuvenation of the skin, and for inspiring the body or senses comprising applying the preparation to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of licochalcone A for the treatment of rosacea.

Abstract: The invention is a method for improving the penetration of a cosmetic or dermatological preparation into the skin by simultaneously applying the preparation to the skin and using a device to remove the skin. The present invention also includes an article that includes both the device and a cosmetic or dermatological preparation and a kit including these components and instructions for their simultaneous use.

Abstract: A combination comprising creatine and/or creatinine and/or a derivative thereof and one or more retinoids. This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation that includes hops or hop-malt extracts and to methods of using this preparation for the prophylaxis and treatment of the symptoms that result from certain skin conditions such as skin disease, inflammatory skin conditions and degenerative skin conditions.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising at least one reaction product of DNA selected from the group consisting of oxidation products of mononucleosides, oxidation products of nucleobases, photoproducts of mononucleosides, and photoproducts of nucleobases. In one embodiment, the invention includes a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising at least one 8-hydroxypurine nucleoside. The invention also includes methods for preventing or treating degenerative or inflammatory skin symptoms, reducing skin wrinkles, preventing skin aging or firming the skin comprising applying the cosmetic or dermatological preparation to the skin, optionally in combination with laser or abrasive treatment.

Abstract: The present invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising at least one UV filtering substance and 8-hexadecene-1,16-dicarboxylic acid. The present invention also includes a method of using the preparation to treat or prevent undesired skin aging, skin pigmentation, or skin pigment disorders, and a method of using the preparation to lighten or prevent undesired pigmentation of the hair.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation comprising an active ingredient combination of at least one antioxidant or a derivative thereof and 8-hexadecene-1,16-dicarboxylic acid.

Abstract: Use of one or more substances selected from the group of pyrimidines and purines for intensifying the natural hair color and/or for stimulating melanogenesis in human hair.

Abstract: Use of one or more substances selected from the group of pyrimidines and purines for the preparation of cosmetic or dermatological preparations for boosting natural skin tanning and/or for stimulating melanogenesis in human skin.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation containing a combination of active ingredients consisting of creatinine or a derivative thereof and creatine or a derivative thereof. The cosmetic or dermatological preparation can be applied to the skin for treatment or prophylaxis or various skin conditions or can be used for other purposes.