Abstract: This invention is a topical treatment for the skin, used for skin enhancement, firming, smoothing, refining and to reduce the appearance of cellulite; that has a self-warming or thermogenic effect comprised of a base combination of warming herbs (Ayurvedic), being any herbs that create a warming effect, combined with dietary minerals that can be blended together in any ratio.

Abstract: The disclosed systems and methods for delivery of variable tint pigment materials in cosmetic concealer/foundation products generally include anhydrous carrier particles adapted to carry pigment. The pigmentation carrier particles may be optionally admixed with anhydrous (optionally tinted) base formulation material that is suitably adapted to suspend and/or separate the pigmentation carrier particles. Disclosed features and specifications may be variously controlled, adapted or otherwise modified to realize improved site-specific delivery of pigment in customized concentrations in order to achieve a desired result. Exemplary embodiments of the present invention generally provide anhydrous pigmentation carrier particles that may be mixed with substantially anhydrous topical base formulations that allow a user to deliver a selected concentration of concealer/foundation tint to a specific region of the skin, for example, in order to obscure a blemish.

Abstract: A composition and method for producing hydrophilic beads for use in topical formulations is described as generally including gellan gum, salts of divalent cations and water. Disclosed features and specifications may be variously controlled, adapted or otherwise optionally modified to realize improved production and/or use of hydrophilic beads to achieve a particular desired purpose. Exemplary embodiments of the present invention generally provide hydrophilic beads that may be comixed with cosmetic, cosmeceutical and/or topical preparations for surface abrasion or as carriers for the delivery of other compounds; such as, aloe vera, ascorbic acid, active agents, and/or the like.

Abstract: The disclosed systems and methods for delivery of bio-available compounds in topical preparations generally include anhydrous carrier particles adapted to carry bio-available compounds. The carrier particles may be admixed with anhydrous formulation material that is suitably adapted to suspend and/or separate the carrier particles. Disclosed features and specifications may be variously controlled, adapted or otherwise optionally modified to realize improved production and/or use of carrier particles that may be employed to deliver bio-available compounds in order to achieve a desired purpose. Exemplary embodiments of the present invention generally provide anhydrous carrier particles that may be mixed with substantially anhydrous topical preparations.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and device that use spectral measurements of the color of a target coating on a substrate, such as auto body being matched. The method utilizes pigment mixture models to produce a matched coating composition that when applied as a coating matches in appearance with that of the target coating, while also providing other desired coating properties, such as durability, gloss and adhesion. Various colorant combinations are analyzed to produce approximate spectral curves that substantially match the spectral curve of the target color. A colorant optimization function is then used to identify the optimum formula. This function utilizes acceptability factors, such as closeness of match based on a color tolerance formula, metamerism indices, shape of spectral curves, cost, and pigment durability. Each factor is weighted according to the specific end-use of the composition.

Abstract: A system for providing metrics reports concerning reverse electronic auctions provides several components. The system includes a gather component for receiving electronic auction information from one or more electronic auction computers and a database for storing the electronic auction information. The system may also include a submission component for receiving requests for metrics reports from a user on a user computer, as well as a metrics report component for creating a metrics report which may be at least partially based on parameters supplied by the user and the electronic information stored in the database. Metrics reports may be used to track the reverse electronic auctions in order to determine where additional improvements and/or efficiencies can be made. Some or all steps in the process are performed electronically, or with electronic forms (e.g., Web-based forms), to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline the metrics report generation process.