Abstract: The present invention includes a cosmetic formulation. The cosmetic formulation comprises a plurality of spheres having a first desiccated volume and having a second hydrated volume. The hydrated volume is greater than the desiccated volume.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided effective against stresses of climate extremes. The composition includes hot, cold and dry climate treatment portions. The hot climate treatment portion has a first botanical ingredient to impart a cool sensation, and a sunscreen agent. The cold climate treatment portion has a second botanical ingredient to combat skin inflammation, and a silicone fluid or hydrocarbon for retaining moisturize. The dry climate treatment portion has a third botanical ingredient to impart moisturization and an ester.

Abstract: The invention provides wet skin treatment compositions for use during bathing. The compositions are activated by water and retained efficiently on skin. The compositions impart desirable benefits to skin, are perceived to absorb quickly on wet skin, and leave the skin feeling clean, but non-greasy.

Abstract: This invention is to provide an agent for therapy and prevention of allergic diseases which has no adverse action, shows a high safety even by administration for a long period and is able to be utilized to food and/or beverage, cosmetics, etc. which are used daily. To be specific, it provides antiallergic agent and anti-inflammatory agent characterized in containing at least one polyphenol selected from strictinin and methylated derivatives thereof as an effective ingredient; a method for the addition of an antiallergic agent for oral administration or an anti-inflammatory agent for oral administration which is characterized in containing at least one polyphenol selected from strictinin and methylated derivatives thereof as an effective ingredient to food and/or beverage for prevention, suppression and mitigation of allergic symptoms or inflammatory symptoms.

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: Cosmetic skin care methods comprising applying to the skin compositions containing gum mastic. The inventive compositions provide control of sebum secretion from sebocytes, improved oil control and improved skin feel, prevent shine and stickiness, while also providing anti-aging benefits which results in reduced appearance of wrinkles and aged skin, improved skin color, treatment of photoaged skin, improvement in skin's radiance and clarity and finish, and an overall healthy and youthful appearance of the skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel emulsion formulations which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides a method for preparing the emulsions and the use of the emulsions in products for topical application to the skin. The products are very mild to the skin and may be easily formulated into a wide variety of personal care and dermatological products.

Abstract: The preset invention relates to a pharmaceutical cream composition for topical application for the treatment of skin disorders and skin diseases, comprising 1-6 wt. % Dead Sea Mud as an active ingredient. Said composition is for use in treating skin disorders and skin diseases such as psoriasis, saborrehic dermatitis, xerosis, attopic dermatitis, eczema, diaper rush, skin burns of stage I and sensitive skin. Said cream composition is also for use as a leave-on cosmetic cream for beautifying and enhancing the skin appearance. In addition to Dead Sea Mud said composition comprises ingredients suitable for the preparation of cosmetic cream. Said cream can further comprises up to 4 wt % Dead Sea water.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel emulsion formulations which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides a method for preparing the emulsions and the use of the emulsions in products for topical application to the skin. The products are very mild to the skin and may be easily formulated into a wide variety of personal care and dermatological products.

Abstract: A composition comprising an amphoteric or pseudo-amphoteric agent and a polyhydroxy alpha hydroxyacid existing as a free acid, lactone, or salt, and isomeric or non-isomeric forms thereof is provided. The amphoteric or pseudo-amphoteric agent can be selected from amino acids, dipeptides, aminoaldonic acid, aminouronic acid, lauryl aminoproplyglycine, aminoaldaric acid, neuraminic acid desulfated heparin, deacetylated hyaluronic acid, hyalobiuronic acid, chondrosine, deacetylated chondroitin, creatine, creatinine, hydroxyproline, homocysteine, homocystine, homoserine, ornithine, citrulline, phosphatidylserine, and sphingomyelin. The composition may contain other additives, including cosmetic or pharmaceutical agents for topical treatment of dermatological disorders.

Abstract: Cosmetic and dermatological preparations in the form of O/W emulsions, comprising (1) 0.1 up to 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the preparations, of one or more C14-C22-fatty acids, (2) 0.2 up to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the preparations, of one or more mono- and/or diglycerides of fatty acids, (3) 0.1 up to 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the preparations, of one or more ethoxylated fatty acid esters, where the sum of (1), (2) and (3) is at most 12% by weight, (4) 0.5 to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the preparations, of one or more nonpolar lipids, (5) 0.5-7.5% by weight, based on the total weight of the preparations, of one or more fatty alcohols (6) 0.5-7.5% by weight, based on the total weight of the preparations, of one or more lipophilic bodying agents having a melting point or dropping point of ≧30° C., (7) 0.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nanoemulsion, that includes: an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase; and at least one glycerol fatty ester surfactant which is solid at a temperature of less than or equal to 45° C.; wherein the oily phase includes oil globules having a number-average size of less than 100 nm; wherein the oily phase includes at least one oil having a molecular weight of greater than 400; and wherein a weight ratio of the oily phase to the surfactant ranges from 2 to 10. The invention also provides a process for making the nanoemulsion and methods for its use. Ideally, the emulsion is transparent and stable on storage. It can ideally contain large amounts of oil while retaining good transparency and good cosmetic properties. The nanoemulsion is particularly useful in the cosmetics and dermatological fields, in particular for moisturizing the skin and/or mucous membranes, as well as for treating the hair, and, in the ophthalmological field, as an eye lotion for treating the eyes.

Abstract: A superior skin barrier enhancing body facing material, such as a body side liner on an absorbent article, can be made by applying, on the outer surface of the body facing material, a lipid-enriched hydrophobic composition comprising a natural fat or oil, a sterol or sterol derivative, an emulsifying surfactant, a humectant, an emollient, a wax, and a viscosity enhancer, and thereafter resolidifying the composition to form a distribution of solid composition on the outer surface of the body facing material.

Abstract: A process for extracting an active principle from yeast whereby the active principle is used to retard the degradation of the dermo-epidermal junction to improve the surface condition of the skin. The process includes forming a mixture of solubilized ground yeast in a basic medium, hydrolyzing the proteins of the mixture in a basic medium, agitating the mixture for 8 to 52 hours, filtering the mixture to separate the soluble and insoluble phases, washing with water so as to purify the active ingredient, concentrating and filtering to increase an active oligosaccharide fraction, and sterile filtering the active fraction. The active fraction is characterized by a quantity of dry material between 10 and 200 g/l, a quantity of total sugar between 10 and 100 g/l, a weight ratio of sugar/protein, and a pH between 4 and 10.

Abstract: A composition is described that comprises moringa oils, or its derivatives, produced from the moringa plant in combination with an oxidation stabilizing system comprising at least one tocopherol. The oils derived from the moringa plant should have a percent methylene interrupted unsaturation of less than 1%. The composition may have at least one supplemental additive, such as malic acid, kojic acid, or ascorbic acid, present in an amount of from 0.01 to 2% or more by weight of the composition and the tocopherol is present in an amount of from 0.01 to 5% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: Compositions comprising N-acetyl-aldosamines, N-acetylamino acids, and related N-acetyl compounds are useful to alleviate or improve various cosmetic conditions and dermatological disorders, including changes or damage to skin, nail and hair associated with intrinsic aging and/or extrinsic aging, as well as changes or damage caused by extrinsic factors. N-acetyl-aldosamines, N-acetylamino acids, and related N-acetyl composition may further comprise a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or other topical agent to enhance or create synergetic effects.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of at least one auxin in a cosmetic composition as agent for stimulating the synthesis of skin lipids.

Abstract: A new composition has been created which provide convenient solution for dry skin care needs. The composition is anhydrous and takes the form of a solid stick. The components of this product are: 5-50% of a wax; 10-80% of a hydrophobic liquid ingredient; 1-20% of a spreading agent; and optionally, 0-50% of a hydrophilic moisturizer.

Abstract: Novel methods and compositions for treating aged and environmentally damaged skin are disclosed which provide improvements in the skin's visual appearance, function and clinical/biophysical properties by activating at least one proteolytic enzyme in the skin's stratum corneum. The disclosed treatment methods involve topical application of a novel cosmetic composition containing a combination of a cationic surfactant such as N,N,-dimethyldodecyl amine oxide (DMDAO), an anionic surfactant such as sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), or monoalkyl phosphate (MAP) and a chelating agent such as ethylene diamine tetraacetate (EDTA) to stimulate a chronic increase in the replacement rate of the skin's stratum corneum by means of corneum protease activation. This chronic, low level stimulation is effective to induce repair and replacement of the stratum corneum, epidermis, and dermis of the skin and improvements in the appearance, function, and anti-aging properties of the skin.

Abstract: This invention is to provide an agent for therapy and prevention of allergic diseases which has no adverse action, shows a high safety even by administration for a long period and is able to be utilized to food and/or beverage, cosmetics, etc. which are used daily. To be specific, it provides antiallergic agent and anti-inflammatory agent characterized in containing at least one polyphenol selected from strictinin and methylated derivatives thereof as an effective ingredient; a method for the addition of an antiallergic agent for oral administration or an anti-inflammatory agent for oral administration which is characterized in containing at least one polyphenol selected from strictinin and methylated derivatives thereof as an effective ingredient to food and/or beverage for prevention, suppression and mitigation of allergic symptoms or inflammatory symptoms.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for bleaching the skin are provided. Compounds of the optical brightener family may be applied in an effective amount to bleach the skin. The present inventions also relates to compositions which contain of compounds of the optical brightener family and other cosmetic compounds, such as skin bleaching agents, screening agents, anti-wrinkle agents and moisturizers.

Abstract: The present invention includes a cosmetic formulation. The cosmetic formulation comprises a plurality of spheres having a first desiccated volume and having a second hydrated volume. The hydrated volume is greater than the desiccated volume.

Abstract: A superior skin barrier enhancing body facing material on an absorbent article, can be made applying, on the outer surface of the body facing material, a melted lipid-enriched hydrophilic composition comprising a hydrophilic solvent, a high molecular weight polyethylene glycol, a fatty alcohol (C14-C30 or greater), humectant, an oil-in-water emulsifying surfactant having an HLB range greater than 7, a sterol or sterol derivative, and a natural fat or oil, and thereafter resolidifying the composition to form a distribution of solid compositon on the outer surface of the body facing material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of cosmetic treatment for combating the effects of skin ageing and to novel cosmetic compositions which are particularly suitable for carrying it out. According to the invention, at least one agent for promoting the adhesion of the keratinocytes of the epidermal baseal layer to the dermo-epidermal junction, especially to the collagen IV of said junction, such as, in particular, a divalent metal salt or complex, preferably magnesium aspartate or magnesium chloride, is used, optionally in association with a stimulant of collagen IV synthesis and/or a stimulant of collagen VII synthesis. The application is for the preparation of cosmetic compositions with anti-wrinkle activity.

Abstract: The use of one or more cosurfactants (surfactant B) in a mixture with one or more surfactants different from surfactant B (surfactant A) for reducing the binding of surfactant A to the surface of the skin.

Abstract: Skin care compositions comprising an oil-in-water emulsion base containing retinoids and possessing good physical and chemical stability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substantially uniform, discontinuous films of a topical product having a defined abrasion resistance, coverage value and particle spacing. The films are wear or transfer resistant and provide good skin coverage, while simultaneously providing improved skin appearance, e.g., good apparent coverage and a natural look. The films can be formed by methods which provide the defined particle coverage and spacing, including silk screening and the like and electrostatic spray techniques. The films are preferably formed by electrostatically spraying the composition onto the skin.

Abstract: The invention provides cosmetic creams containing granular components for cleansing and scrubbing the skin, which contain granules of a salt, in particular sodium or potassium chloride, and which are stable under storage and use conditions. In an embodiment of the invention, no rinsing is required after use. The invention also provides a process for making the cosmetic creams by mixing a solution of a salt, in the amount contained by a solution that is saturated at a temperature not lower than room temperature, with the water soluble ingredients of the cream base, emulsifying the mixture with the components of the oily phase of the cream base to obtain a complete mixture, homogenizing and cooling the complete mixture, adding fragrances and preservatives and optionally additives, and finally adding solid salt particles while continuing to homogenize said mixture.

Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions including lipsticks, comprising from about 0.01% to about 50%, by weight, of a crystalline vitamin B3 compound having an average particle size of from about 0.01 &mgr;m to about 200 &mgr;m; from about 1% to about 90%, by weight, of an emollient component; and from about 1% to about 90%, by weight, of a solidifying agent. The compositions provide improved skin feel of crystalline vitamin B3 compounds when applied to skin.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care compositions containing a high performing retinyl ester which is an ester of retinol with C18, unsaturated, non-essential, cis-6 and/or cis-12 fatty acid. The ester is preferably selected from the group consisting of gamma-retinyl linolenate, retinyl petroselinate, and retinyl cis-12-octadecenoate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising (i) a compound selected from the group consisting of creatine, carnitine, and pyruvic acid, and a cosmetically acceptable salt or ester thereof, (ii) a nutrient, and (iii) a skin-conditioning agent selected from the group consisting of an emollient and a humectant.

Abstract: The subject-matter of the present invention is a transfer-free composition comprising (a) at least one of a di-block, tri-block, multi-block and/or radial block copolymer and optionally (b) a film former or a mixture of film formers. The composition may comprise any one of a di-block, tri-block, multi-block or radial block copolymer or any mixture or blend of co-polymers. Cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions of the invention result in a film with very good retention, good transfer resistant properties, and which does not migrate over time. The compositions have cosmetic properties which are improved in relation to those of the “transfer free” products of the prior art.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stable cold-mix water-in-oil emulsions and methods for preparing such emulsions. The cold-mix water-in-oil emulsions comprise oil (i.e., an emollient), water and an emulsification system comprising a quaternary ammonium-based low HLB emulsifier and optional co-emulsifiers. The emulsions are useful in preparing finished cosmetic compositions in the form of lotions, gels, or sprays, which provide improved moisturization, skin feel, skin care, and/or appearance benefits and/or reduced greasiness, with excellent rub-in and absorption characteristics. Also disclosed are cold-mix water-in-oil sunscreen emulsions and methods for preparing such sunscreen emulsions. The emulsions of the instant invention are generally capable of being substantially completely emulsified and stable at about 25° C.

Abstract: A compound for reducing the incidence of pseudofolliculitis combines a mild skin astringent, an oil based epidermal softener, and a hair stiffener. One embodiment of the compound combines refined powdered oatmeal and emollient of the compound combines refined powdered oatmeal and emollient oil, such as mink oil and liquid vitamin A in a petroleum jelly base. The mixture is applied by being massaged into the skin prior to lathering and then again immediately after the rinsing of the face after shaving. Continual usage significantly reduces the eruption of pseudofolliculitis.

Abstract: The invention relates to non-emulsion, topical gel compositions which comprise an aliphatic polyhydric alcohol, an alkali salt of a fatty acid ester, a carbohydrate-based or cholesterol-based surfactant/emulsifier, or combination thereof, water, and substantially no oil.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for treating skin disorders. The present invention is easily administered and can be used for both humans and animals. The compositions of the present invention comprise borate compounds and provide relief from skin disorder symptoms and lesions. Additionally, the present invention can be used to provide long term maintenance of symptom-free skin.

Abstract: The use of compositions containing a mixture of a diol and an alpha-hydroxy acid in a semi-occluding vehicle for the topical treatment of hyperkeratotic skin diseases is provided.

Abstract: Colorless solution for cosmetic use, based on a hydrophobic polymer in an organic solvent medium. This solution contains, in the cosmetically acceptable organic solvent, (1) at least one self-adhesive hydrophobic polymer selected from polymers or copolymers of the polyacrylic and/or polyvinylic type, (2) at least one filler and/or essential oil, and (3) at least one keratolytic agent, said polymer having an adhesiveness of between 150 and 800 g/cm2 after evaporation of said organic solvent.

Abstract: A product-structuring composition which forms a bilayer lamellar gel network in an oil-in-water system comprising (a) a cationic swellant which is a fatty acid adduct of amidopropyldimethyl-2-hydroxyethyl ammonium halide, and (b) a gellant blend of low HLB emulsifiers having a resultant HLB of about 1.5 to 4.5.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxane gels containing gel-bound hydrophillic groups are prepared by reacting a hydrosilylatable unsaturated organopolysiloxane resin, a crosslinker bearing Si—H bound hydrogen, and a hydrosilylatable unsaturated hydrophile, in the presence of an effective amount of a hydrosilylation catalyst, at least a portion of the reaction taking place in the presence of at least 60 weight percent of an oleaginous composition containing at least 50 weight percent low viscosity organopolysiloxane. When sheared, the crosslinked organosiloxane compositions form a stable, preferably incompatible gel which may be used in turn to form a stable emulsion with large amounts of ordinarily incompatible hydrophillic liquids. The emulsions thus formed are suitable for use in a wide variety of cosmetic products.

Abstract: A water/oil/water triple emulsion comprising an aqueous external phase and a W/O primary emulsion comprising an oily phase and an aqueous internal phase, which comprises at least one partially or completely crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomer comprising a polyoxyethylenated and/or polyoxypropylenated chain. The emulsion may be used, for example for cleansing and/or treating and/or protecting the skin and/or mucous membranes and/or keratinous fibers.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for skin use which comprises urea and a buffer comprising disodium hydrogenphosphate and citric acid or a buffer comprising potassium dihydrogenphosphate and disodium hydrogenphosphate, or both, and a cosmetic composition further comprising allantoin. Notwithstanding inclusion of urea which is useful for preventing rough dry skin and maintaining moisturization, the cosmetic composition does not have problems such as an increase in pH and an odor from ammonia produced by urea during storage for a long period of time.

Abstract: A substrate treated with a lotion including a skin pH balancing compound and a base lotion. The pH balancing compound is preferably an organic acid, such as an alpha-hydroxy acid, an alpha-dihydroxy acid, or a beta-hydroxyacid, a combination of an organic acid and a salt of an organic acid, or a buffer combination, such as combinations of citric acid and disodium phosphate, or disodium citrate and sodium hydroxide. The preferred lotion has the effect of maintaining the skin acid mantle while making the treated substrate, preferably tissue, towel or napkin, optionally wet-strengthened, wipe or nonwoven material, feel smooth, lubricious and nongreasy. The skin care benefits of the lotionized substrate are expressed whether the product is used dry or prewetted with water.

Abstract: An oil/water/oil triple emulsion is stabilized with at least one partially or completely crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomer having at least one polyoxyethylenated and/or polyoxypropylenated chain. The stable triple emulsion can be used as a composition for topical application, in particular as a cosmetic or dermatological composition, and especially as a vehicle for active principles. The emulsion is particularly useful for cleansing and/or treating and/or protecting the skin and/or mucous membranes and/or keratinous fibers.

Abstract: A wrinkle reducing cream is presented which reduces wrinkles upon topical application to the skin. The main ingredients of the composition include a water and caffeine composition which is mixed together in a first vessel and a glycerin composition heated in a second vessel. The three components of the active ingredient are mixed carefully, making sure that any precipitate produced is remixed into the solution. After heating and mixing the components, the entire composition is cooled with care being taken to push any precipitate back into solution to ensure an even distribution of all of the components. The active ingredient thus produced may be combined with a suitable cosmetic vehicle to provide the topical wrinkle reducing composition. The composition is topically applied to the wrinkled area over a period of days or months in order to reduce or entirely eliminate wrinkles from the skin. The final active ingredient may also be used for other applications.

Abstract: A process for making up or caring for keratin fibers. A cosmetic composition comprising fibers and at least one film-forming polymer in the form of particles in aqueous dispersion is applied to the keratin fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of aminoalcohol derivatives containing a urea functional group corresponding to the following formula: in which: R1 represents a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl radical having from 8 to 22 carbon atoms; R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a linear or branched, saturated alkyl radical having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R3 represents a linear or branched, monohydroxylated or polyhydroxylated, saturated alkyl group having from 1 to 10 carbon atoms, in and for the preparation of cosmetic or dermatological compositions. These compounds are used in particular as moisturizing agents in care products for the skin or as conditioning agents in hair products.

Abstract: A substance P antagonist is used in a cosmetic composition to treat sensitive skin. More specifically, a cosmetic composition containing a substance P antagonist is used to prevent and/or combat skin irritations, desquamation, erythermas, sensations of dysesthesia/overheating, or pruritus of the skin.

Abstract: The present invention comprises methods and compositions for topically treating and moisturizing keratinous structures of humans and animals including skin, hair, fingernails, toenails, hooves, and horns.

Abstract: A cholesterol ester clathrate comprising a cholesterol ester included in a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin; a hydrous composition comprising a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin, a cholesterol ester and water; a hydrous composition comprising a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin, a cholesterol ester, a hydrous stabilizer, and water; a hydrous composition comprising a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin, a cholesterol ester, a clay mineral, and water; cosmetics containing these hydrous compositions; and process for the preparation thereof. The clathrate exhibits an emulsifying effect in itself. Further, the hydrous compositions are excellent in water-holding capacity and are improved in hydration properties and separation stability at a high temperature.