Abstract:
Topically applicable sunscreen/cosmetic compositions having improved cosmetic properties and well suited for enhanced photoprotection of human skin and/or hair against the damaging effects of UV-A and UV-B irradiation, particularly solar radiation, comprise (i) a photoprotecting effective amount of 2,4,6-tris[p-((2'-ethylhexyl)oxycarbonyl)anilino]-1,3,5-triazine and (ii) at least one oil selected from among the esters of the structural formulae (I), (II) and (III): ##STR1## in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, diluent or carrier therefor.
Abstract:
Inventive embodiments disclosed herein includes a cosmetic formulation. The formulation includes an extract that includes a barley grass exposed to light, the extract having a molecular oxygen partial pressure of at least about 180 mbar and a chlorophyll concentration of about 180 mg/kg.
Abstract:
An anti-aging composition containing: (a) at least one first active ingredient chosen from phloretin and its derivatives; (b) at least one second active ingredient chosen from cinnamic acid, resveratrol, retinol, ascorbic acid, tocopherol, and their derivatives; and (c) at least one non-aqueous organic solvent, with the proviso that if the composition contains ascorbic acid, water is present as a co-solvent.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a physiologically acceptable composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising at least one polyorganosiloxane containing polymer comprising at least one moiety which comprises: at least one polyorganosiloxane group consisting of 1 to about 1000 organosiloxane units in the chain of the moiety or in the form of graft, and at least two groups capable of establishing hydrogen interactions.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a cosmetic process for treating visible and/or tactile skin irregularities, comprising the steps consisting in: (a) topically applying to the skin a composition containing, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least 10% by weight of 8-hexadecene-1,16-dicarboxylic acid, (b) leaving the composition in contact with the skin for a time ranging from 5 minutes to 6 hours, and (c) removing the composition by rinsing. This process in particular makes it possible to attenuate wrinkles and fine lines and/or pigmentary marks and/or scars such as acne or chickenpox marks.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a cosmetic kit for depigmenting human skin comprising a multi-unit receptacle containing a first unit containing a microdermabrasion composition; a second unit containing a skin depigmenting composition; a third unit containing ascorbic acid in powder form; a fourth unit containing a skin soothing composition; optionally, a fifth unit containing a maintenance composition, and optionally a sixth unit containing a photoprotective composition. The present invention also relates to a method for treating human skin in need of depigmentation comprising the successive application, to an area of skin, of the compositions contained in the multi-unit receptacle.
Abstract:
A process for treating marionette lines damaged by age, sun exposure and pollution involving contacting the marionette lines with a composition containing: (a) from about 1 to about 20% by weight of ascorbic acid; (b) from about 30 to about 80% by weight of a nonaqueous polar organic solvent; and (c) from about 20 to about 60% by weight of a nonaqueous nonpolar organic solvent, all weights being based on the weight of the composition.
Abstract:
Disclosed are cosmetic or dermatological compositions that include a mono-hydroxyl substituted amine such as dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE), a sulfonic, phosphoric, or phosphonic acid derivative, and a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Also disclosed are methods for making and using the compositions.
Abstract:
Disclosed are cosmetic compositions containing water, at least one non-polar and/or polar oil, and an emulsification system comprising a polyoxyethylene oxide C12-C24 fatty acid ester; a sucrose fatty acid ester of vegetable origin, and a glyceryl and/or sorbitan C12-C24 fatty acid ester, and methods of making and using the compositions.