Abstract: An anhydrous alcohol gel formulation. The gel formulation comprises one or more film forming agents, one of which is TM-Si 5. The gel formulation comprises active agent(s), which differs based on the purpose of the gel formulation. In certain embodiments, the gel formulation comprises one or more emollients. In certain embodiments, the gel formulation comprises one or more viscosity increasing agents. In certain embodiments, the gel formulation comprises Zinc Oxide. The formulation optionally comprises other ingredients. Such optional ingredients include: a skin conditioning and/or bulking agent; a fragrance, such as, for example and without limitation, Fragrance SZ-2108 MOD 2010; etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sprayable compositions suitable for use in topical applications, for example, as sunscreen sprays. The sprayable compositions are alcohol-based. They include active agents, as well as a particular combination of film formers. The present invention also provides a method of using the sprayable compositions, and articles of manufacture containing the sprayable compositions.

Abstract: An anhydrous alcohol gel formulation. The gel formulation comprises one or more film forming agents, one of which is TM-Si 5. The gel formulation comprises active agent(s), which differs based on the purpose of the gel formulation. In certain embodiments, the gel formulation comprises one or more emollients. In certain embodiments, the gel formulation comprises one or more viscosity increasing agents. In certain embodiments, the gel formulation comprises Zinc Oxide. The formulation optionally comprises other ingredients. Such optional ingredients include: a skin conditioning and/or bulking agent; a fragrance, such as, for example and without limitation, Fragrance SZ-2108 MOD 2010; etc.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a cosmetic skin covering sheet which comprises a patch containing a cosmetic material for application to the skin or a cosmetic formulation which forms the cosmetic skin covering sheet in-situ upon topical application of the cosmetic formulation onto the skin, wherein each of said patch or cosmetic formulation comprises an ionic silicone as described herein.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a cosmetic skin covering sheet which comprises a patch containing a cosmetic material for application to the skin or a cosmetic formulation which forms the cosmetic skin covering sheet in-situ upon topical application of the cosmetic formulation onto the skin, wherein each of said patch or cosmetic formulation comprises an ionic silicone as described herein.

Abstract: A method to gently and permanently relax or straighten hair utilizes a protease enzyme, and preferably the enzyme kerA. The hair is optionally treated with a swelling agent, after which it is treated with the enzyme in an aqueous solution. The hair is then physically manipulated, such as by ironing, to remove unwanted curl, wave, and or kink. The enzyme has the ability to cleave inter-peptide bonds, allowing the hair fiber to be relaxed or straightened with less damage to the fiber than would have occurred using traditional or existing straightening methods.

Abstract: Extracts of at least one, and preferably a mixture of, encapsulated mixed plant carbohydrates (polysaccharides) are applied topically to the skin to mitigate the appearance of wrinkled skin and to improve the overall complexion of the skin. The mixed plant extracts are preferentially applied in a dehydrated state, with a preferred source for the polysaccharides being cacti. The application vehicle is preferentially an anhydrous product, which allows slight penetration of smaller fractions of the dehydrated mixed cactus carbohydrate into the stratum corneum. Upon entering the stratum corneum the cactus carbohydrates begin to hydrate and swell resulting in a plumping effect, with the overall appearance of lines and wrinkles diminishing.

Abstract: A method to gently and permanently relax or straighten hair utilizes a protease enzyme, and preferably the enzyme kerA. The hair is optionally treated with a swelling agent, after which it is treated with the enzyme in an aqueous solution. The hair is then physically manipulated, such as by ironing, to remove unwanted curl, wave, and or kink. The enzyme has the ability to cleave inter-peptide bonds, allowing the hair fiber to be relaxed or straightened with less damage to the fiber than would have occurred using traditional or existing straightening methods.