Abstract: This invention relates to chemical compositions comprising two thickening components, which are sclerotium gum and a copolymer selected from the group consisting of methyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride copolymer and acryloyldimethyltaurate vinylpyrrolidone copolymer, in particular the ammonium salt of the latter; which components provide good thickening properties in the presence of electrolytes, in particular in the presence of ethanolamine or vitamin salts. Further there are provided cosmetic formulations comprising these thickening components.

Abstract: This invention relates to chemical compositions comprising two thickening components, which are sclerotium gum and a copolymer selected from the group consisting of methyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride copolymer and acryloyldimethyltaurate vinylpyrrolidone copolymer, in particular the ammonium salt of the latter; which components provide good thickening properties in the presence of electrolytes, in particular in the presence of ethanolamine or vitamin salts. Further there are provided cosmetic formulations comprising these thickening components.

Abstract: This invention relates to topical compositions comprising soy products and dioic acids and their use in skin lightening, against hyperpigmentation and, in particular, against skin spots.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions comprising soy products and one ore more organic salts selected from zinc, magnesium and copper. It further relates to the use of such compositions in topical formulations, in particular in formulations for increasing skin firmness and elasticity, even tone and texture.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions comprising an ethanolamine derivative and an organic salt of zinc and/or magnesium. It further relates to the use of such compositions in topical formulations, in particular in anti-aging formulations. The invention further relates to the use of such compositions to promote human dermal fibroblasts growth and to combat the effects of skin aging.

Abstract: This invention relates to stable compositions comprising an ethanolamine derivative and one or more glucosides (in particular melibiose and lactose). It further relates to the use of such compositions in cosmetic preparations, in particular in anti-aging formulations. The invention further relates to the use of such compositions to promote normal human dermal fibroblasts growth and to stimulate collagen synthesis. It further concerns a process for preparing such compositions.