Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of 3-O-acetyl-11-ketoboswellic acid, or of a plant extract or composition containing it, for topical application to the skin, as an agent to soften lines and/or relax the skin. The plant extract is in particular an extract of Boswellia serrata.

Abstract: The present invention provides therapeutic compositions comprising extracts of the plant species Echinacea purpurea and Sambucus nigra and the extract(s) of at least one further plant selected from the group consisting of Hypericum perforatum. Commiphora molmol and Centella asiatica. The compositions of the invention are of particular utility in the management of inflammatory mucosal diseases of both viral and non-viral origin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an extract having healing activity on injuries, which is obtained by extracting Astragali Radix, Ginseng Radix, Carthami Flos, Angelicae Gigantis Radix, Cnidii Rhizoma, Rehmanniae Radix Preparata, Paeoniae Radix and Cinnamomi Cortex Spissus with water while heating, and a pharmaceutical composition for treating injuries, a health food for post-surgical recovery and an animal feed containing said extract as the active ingredient.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nail cosmetic composition comprising an extract of an alga and at least two components selected from the group consisting of an extract of a plant of the family of aloe vera, an extract of myrrh, keratin and a source of silica. The invention further relates to a nail cosmetic composition comprising mink oil and at least one vegetable oil. Methods for applying the compositions of the invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process of making an osteopathy solution includes the steps of (a) soaking a raw composition which includes Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Radix Paeoniae Rubra, Rhizoma seu Radix Notopterygii, Radix Angelicae Dahuricae, Herba Asari, Folium Artemisiae Argyi, Radix Angelicae Pubescentis, Radix Dipsaci, Myrrha, Ramulus Mori, Radix Rubiae, Radix Clematidis, Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae, Rhizoma Cimicifugae and Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae in a predetermined amount of water for a predetermined period of soaking time to form a pre-decocting solution and a pre-decocting composition; (b) heating the pre-decocting solution and the pre-decocting composition for a predetermined period of reaction time to form a mixture consisting of a residual composition and a solution; wherein a volume ratio of said solution in step (b) and said water in step (a) is approximately 1:3; and (c) cooling down the solution to a predetermined temperature.

Abstract: A process for preparing dry extracts from a liquid extract and at least one additional substance by a spray-drying process, characterized in that said at least one additional substance is added to the spray-drying process in a dry form during the spray-drying processes.

Abstract: Products of formula (I) extracted from a plant of the genus Commiphora, particularly the Commiphora mukul plant, wherein R is (a) a CH2OH grouping, (b) a COOH grouping, and salts or esters thereof are described. These products and the extracts containing them are effective cosmetic agents against wrinkles.

Abstract: The invention relates to disclose some Chinese formula for psoriasis. Whether treatment for psoriasis is targeted at both the hyperproliferative and inflammatory aspect of the topical therapy. Specially, the administration dosage is soft gel, cream, tincture and aerosol etc. topical dosages.

Abstract: A herbal composition that aids in the relief of symptoms caused by edema, cyanosis, blood stasis, neuropathy and related conditions is provided, including one or more of cayenne extract, myrrh essential oil, frankincense essential oil, cinnamon essential oil, ginger essential oil, and powdered saffron in a carrier oil, preferably safflower oil. Further provided is a method of administration of the herbal composition, by application to the exterior surfaces of the human body using massage strokes in the direction of venous blood flow.

Abstract: The invention relates to disclose some Chinese formula for psoriasis. Whether treatment for psoriasis is targeted at both the hyperproliferative and inflammatory aspect of the topical therapy. Specially, the administration dosage is soft gel, cream, tincture and aerosol etc. topical dosages.

Abstract: An improved medical treatment and medicine is provided to quickly and safely resolve HIV and other microbial infections. The inexpensive medicine can be self administered and maintained for the prescribed time. The attractive medicine comprises an antimicrobial concentrate comprising microbe inhibitors, phytochemicals or isolates. Desirably, the effective medicine comprises a surfactant and an aqueous carrier or solvent and a nutrient. In the preferred form, the medicine comprises: Echinacea and Commiphora myrrha phytochemicals, benzalkonium chloride, a sterile water solution, and folic acid.

Abstract: The present invention provides new uses of Gugulipid, an ethyl acetate extract of the resin of the plant Comiphora wighitii, for controlling or preventing cognitive dysfunction, hyperglycemia and some infective conditions of the skin and a method of preparing Gugulipid by agitating the resin in shake flask assembly or sonicating assembly and preparing a solid or a creamy dosage forms.

Abstract: An improved medical treatment and medicine is provided to quickly and safely resolve herpes and other microbial infections. The inexpensive user-friendly medicine can be applied and maintained on the infected region until the physical symptoms of the disease disappears and the patient is comfortable and has a normal appearance. The attractive medicine comprises an antimicrobial concentrate comprising microbe inhibitors, phytochemicals or isolates. Desirably, the effective medicine comprises a surfactant and an aqueous carrier or solvent. In the preferred form, the medicine comprises Echinacea phytochemicals and benzalkonium chloride in a sterile water solution.

Abstract: An adhesive composition includes a polymerizable adhesive monomer and at least one dual function stabilizer. The stabilizer provides superior stabilization and shelf-life of the composition, and enhances wound healing properties of the monomer composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides new uses of Gugulipid, an ethyl acetate extract of the resin of the plant Comiphora wighitii, for controlling or preventing cognitive dysfunction, hyperglycemia and some infective conditions of the skin and a method of preparing Gugulipid by agitating the resin in shake flask assembly or sonicating assembly and preparing a solid or a creamy dosage forms.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions and methods for lightening the skin using a low molecular weight fraction of gugulipid in combination with an alpha-hydroxy acid, or niacinamide, or L-phenylalanine.

Abstract: Ferulate compounds derived from extracts from the plant Commiphora wightii are used in compositions and methods for prevention and treatment of abnormal cell growth and proliferation in inflammation, neoplasia and cardiovascular disease.

Abstract: There is disclosed an antimicrobial composition comprising an antimicrobially effective amount of clove bud oil and two or more of eucalyptus oil, cajaput oil, lemongrass, lavender or tea tree oils. Use of the composition as a treatment for cold sores, head lice, vaginal thrush, verruca, warts, athletes foot, an antimicrobial mouth wash in addition to a surface cleaner are also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to IL-4 production inhibitors, antiallergic agents and atopic dermatitis preventives and improvers, each of which contains at one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of hydroxyl-containing monoterpenes, hydroxyl-containing sesquiterpenes and their acylated derivatives. This invention is also concerned with IL-4 production inhibitors, antiallergic agents and atopic dermatitis preventives and improvers, each of which contains an essential oil such as cedarwood oil. This invention is also concerned with bath medicine compositions, each of which contains one or more ingredients selected from cedrol, cedrenol, farnesol, patchouli alcohol and vetiverol.

Abstract: A deodorant composition with active antibacterial constituents comprising the plant extracts of Myrtus 2% to 8%, Laurus nobilis, 1% to 5% Drosera extract 1 to 7%, Myrrhis resin 3 to 6%, and water and being substantially free of alcohol and aluminum.