Abstract: A composition suitable to improve skin characteristics is described along with a regimen to improve skin characteristics. The composition is not limited to format, and can be in the form of a capsule, tablet or food product. When consumed within a defined regimen, the composition with active mixture results in skin that is smoother and with a reduction in wrinkles.

Abstract: One of the major hair concerns for both men and women is that of hair loss. For men the most obvious manifestation of this is male pattern baldness known as alopecia areata. However hair shedding resulting in hair thinning is also a concern for both men and women. Individuals suffering hair loss often experience psychological disadvantages, for example social phobia, anxiety, and depression, due to their change in appearance. This invention relates to a hair care composition comprising glabranin or a derivative thereof. The invention also relates to a cosmetic method for increasing hair fibre diameter, stimulating hair growth, retaining hair or reducing hair loss, stimulating hair follicle growth in anagen or telogen phases, increasing hair fibre density and preventing or treating alopecia.

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 composition which is adapted for oral consumption and which comprises: (i) a PPAR ligand; such as EPA or DHA (ii) an oestrogen receptor binding agent; such as soy isoflavones (iii) an agent that is involved in the post-translational modification of collagen; such as ascorbic acid and (iv) a carotenoid, wherein the composition is substantially free from added zinc and/or selenium, can provide an anti-ageing effect on skin and may be used to increase collagen synthesis in skin.

Abstract: A stable consumable emulsion, comprising at least 50% water, 0.2 to 3 wt % of an oil comprising at least 12 wt % of docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid, an antioxidant, a flavouring and at least 0.01 wt % food-grade phospholipid emulsifier is provided which provides noticeable improvements in skin when consumed regularly.

Abstract: The invention concerns blends of a hydroquinone substituted poly unsaturated fatty acid (as present in Kombo nut oil) or a derivative thereof, which blends comprised: (i) 0.1-99.9 wt % of the substituted acid (ii) 0-99.8 wt % of Kombo butter glycerides (iii) 0.1-99.9 wt % of other triglycerides Food products and food supplements comprising such hydroquinone substituted acids are also part of the invention. The substituted acids display many useful health benefits.

Abstract: A composition which is adapted for oral consumption and which comprises: (i) a PPAR ligand; such as EPA or DHA (ii) an oestrogen receptor binding agent; such as soy isoflavones (iii) an agent that is involved in the post-translational modification of collagen; such as ascorbic acid and (iv) a carotenoid, wherein the composition is substantially free from added zinc and/or selenium, can provide an anti-ageing effect on skin and may be used to increase collagen synthesis in skin.

Abstract: The invention concerns blends of a hydroquinone substituted poly unsaturated fatty acid (as present in Kombo nut oil) or a derivative thereof, which blends comprised: (i) 0.1-99.9 wt % of the substituted acid (ii) 0-99.8 wt % of Kombo butter glycerides (iii) 0.1-99.9 wt % of other triglycerides Food products and food supplements comprising such hydroquinone substituted acids are also part of the invention. The substituted acids display many useful health benefits.

Abstract: A packaged liquid edible composition comprising a blend of at least two species of fruit and/or vegetables in liquified, puree, pulp, concentrate, extract or juice form, wherein said composition is packaged in a container in an amount of a specific volume and having a specific consistency, and wherein said composition comprises carotenoids.

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 stable consumable emulsion, comprising at least 50% water, 0.2 to 3 wt % of an oil comprising at least 12 wt % of docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid, an antioxidant, a flavouring and at least 0.01 wt % food-grade phospholipid emulsifier is provided which provides noticeable improvements in skin when consumed regularly.

Abstract: Our invention concerns a mixture of CLA glycerides, and/or CLA-fatty acids and or CLA-alkyl esters and another component, wherein the other component (=component A) is selected for its capacity to alleviate problems related to insulin resistance in mammals, using CLA rich diets and/or foods and/or food supplements using an appropriate in vitro test so that in at least one step of the in vitro test, as described in the text, an improvement in test results is obtained of at least 4% by the blend of the CLA derivative and component A when compared to the CLA derivative only. The inventon further concerns CLA rich dietic food, food supplements and foods containing the combination of CLA and component A as defined, while also the use of this combination for achieving an alleviation of insulin resistance is part of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to molecules derived from guggulipid extract which are capable of reducing insulin resistance in humans. The invention further relates food compositions and medicaments comprising such molecules which can be used to treat and/or prevent insulin resistance and the symptoms thereof.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for topical application to human skin comprising an effective amount of a hydroxy phenyl alkyl carboxylic acid of general formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to molecules derived from guggulipid extract which are capable of reducing insulin resistance in humans. The invention further relates food compositions and medicaments comprising such molecules which can be used to treat and/or prevent insulin resistance and the symptoms thereof.

Abstract: The inventon concerns blends of a hydroquinone substituted poly unsaturated fatty acid (as present in Kombo nut oil) or a derivative thereof, which blends comprised:

Abstract: A cosmetic method for treating aged, sensitive, dry, flaky, wrinkled and/or photodamaged skin is provided through topical application of a composition which comprises trans-7-octadecanoic acid and/or derivatives thereof. The invention also relates to compositions suitable for such cosmetic treatment.

Abstract: Our invention concerns a mixture of CLA glycerides, and/or CLA-fatty acids and or CLA-alkyl esters and another component, wherein the other component (=component A) is selected for its capacity to alleviate problems related to insulin resistance in mammals, using CLA rich diets and/or foods and/or food supplements using an appropriate in vitro test so that in at least one step of the in vitro test, as described in the text, an improvement in test results is obtained of at least 4% by the blend of the CLA derivative and component A when compared to the CLA derivative only.

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