Abstract: A composition containing at least one alpha glucosidase inhibitor, and a method for ameliorating the adverse effects of aging and sun damage on keratinous surfaces such as skin by treating with a composition containing at least one alpha glucosidase inhibitor; as well as regimens and kits for treating skin.

Abstract: A method of cosmetic care comprising activating capsase-14 expression in skin deficient in caspase-14 expression by applying, on at least one skin zone in need thereof, an effective amount of a plant extract selected from the group consisting of litchi, glasswort, peach, soja seed, sweet basil, cucumber, chanterelle, leek, kiwi fruit, rhubarb, grapefruit, wheat, raspberry, plum, and mixtures thereof, to activate caspase-14 expression in said skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides topical compositions containing phosphorylated polyphenols in combination with a topically acceptable carrier. The compositions of the invention provide a means for delayed delivery of the polyphenol to keratinous tissues, such as skin, hair and nails, with enzymes of the keratinous tissue dephosphorylating the polyphenol, and returning it to its native active form. The compositions are particularly useful in the regulation of skin conditions. the phosphorylated stilbene is a phosphorylated resveratrol or a phosphorylated resveratrol derivative.

Abstract: A method of cosmetic care comprising activating capsase-14 expression in skin deficient in caspase-14 expression by applying, on at least one skin zone in need thereof, an effective amount of a plant extract selected from the group consisting of litchi, glasswort, peach, soja seed, sweet basil, cucumber, chanterelle, leek, kiwi fruit, rhubarb, grapefruit, wheat, raspberry, plum, and mixtures thereof, to activate caspase-14 expression in said skin.

Abstract: A method for treating human skin comprising the steps of a) identifying a subject deficient in caspase-14; wherein the caspase-14 deficiency is identified by the presence of a skin condition selected from the group consisting of eczema, xerotic skin, and skin dryness in at least one skin zone of the subject; and b) activating caspase-14 in human skin by administering to a subject in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising one or more extracts selected from the group consisting of litchi, glasswort, peach, soja seed, sweet basil, cucumber, chanterelle, leek, kiwi fruit, rhubarb, grapefruit, wheat, raspberry, plum, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A method of cosmetic care comprising activating capsase-14 expression in skin deficient in caspase-14 expression by applying, on at least one skin zone in need thereof, an effective amount of a plant extract selected from the group consisting of litchi, glasswort, peach, soja seed, sweet basil, cucumber, chanterelle, leek, kiwi fruit, rhubarb, grapefruit, wheat, raspberry, plum, and mixtures thereof, to activate caspase-14 expression in said skin.

Abstract: An anti-aging composition comprising a skin-beneficial amount of actives identified in Menyanthes trifoliata leaf, wherein the actives are inhibitors of one or more of MMP-1, 2 and 9 and/or scavengers of peroxynitrite. Also disclosed are methods of using such a composition, which include treating the skin for signs of chronological or pre-mature aging.

Abstract: An anti-aging composition comprising a skin-beneficial amount of actives identified in Menyanthes trifoliata leaf, wherein the actives are inhibitors of one or more of MMP-1, 2 and 9 and/or scavengers of peroxynitrite. Also disclosed are methods of using such a composition, which include treating the skin for signs of chronological or pre-mature aging.

Abstract: The present invention provides topical compositions containing phosphorylated polyphenols in combination with a topically acceptable carrier. The compositions of the invention provide a means for delayed delivery of the polyphenol to keratinous tissues, such as skin, hair and nails, with enzymes of the keratinous tissue dephosphorylating the polyphenol, and returning it to its native active form. The compositions are particularly useful in the regulation of skin conditions. the phosphorylated stilbene is a phosphorylated resveratrol or a phosphorylated resveratrol derivative.

Abstract: A composition containing at least one alpha glucosidase inhibitor, and a method for ameliorating the adverse effects of aging and sun damage on keratinous surfaces such as skin by treating with a composition containing at least one alpha glucosidase inhibitor; as well as regimens and kits for treating skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides topical compositions containing phosphorylated polyphenols in combination with a topically acceptable carrier. The compositions of the invention provide a means for delayed delivery of the polyphenol to keratinous tissues, such as skin, hair and nails, with enzymes of the keratinous tissue dephosphorylating the polyphenol, and returning it to its native active form. The compositions are particularly useful in the regulation of skin conditions.

Abstract: An anti-aging composition comprising a skin-beneficial amount of actives identified in Menyanthes trifoliata leaf, wherein the actives are inhibitors of one or more of MMP-1, 2 and 9 and/or scavengers of peroxynitrite. Also disclosed are methods of using such a composition, which include treating the skin for signs of chronological or pre-mature aging.