Abstract: Provided are low impact methods of creating concentrated water-in-oil and oil-in-water nanosized emulsions, effective therapeutic carriers for skin aging preparations. To achieve optimum multifunctional activity, ceramide and plant-based ceramides are selected to naturally mimic epidermal composition; and are made into evenly dispersed, small droplet, high-absorption skincare treatment emulsions. The water-in-oil emulsion is a highly stable, low-water ratio concentrate, of particular benefit to dry and aging skin types. The oil-in-water lipophilic emulsion maximizes lipid and nutrient release into the epidermis (stratum basale to stratum corneum). Lipophilic compositions are non-irritating and highly absorbable, resulting in superior skin health; specifically skin barrier keratinocyte, lipid and hydration improvements and aesthetic improvements, including skin smoothness and wrinkle reduction, while decreasing potential dermatitis and similar.

Abstract: Some embodiments described herein provide a revolutionary cosmetic product to reduce the appearance of fine lines and/or wrinkles in a person's skin. In particular, an anti-wrinkle pad may include an anti-wrinkle portion and may have at least one characteristic to reduce an appearance of fine lines and/or wrinkles on a person's skin in an area around the person's chest, torso, neck, face, hands, backside, knees, etc. The anti-wrinkle pad may further include an adhesive substrate affixed to the lower surface of the anti-wrinkle portion and adapted to adhere the anti-wrinkle portion to the person's skin. According to some embodiments, the anti-wrinkle portion is formed by: blending together a plurality of materials; and placing the blended materials into a compression apparatus to form, using heat and/or pressure, the anti-wrinkle portion.