Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that can be used in cosmetic applications. The composition can include an effective amount of a Centella asiatica stem cells to reduce the activity of hyaluronidase in skin, an effective amount of tetradecyl aminobutyroylvalylamino butyric urea trifluoroacetate or Alpinia galanga leaf extract to promote the production of hyaluronic acid in skin, an effective amount of tripeptide-1 to promote the production of fibronectin and laminin in skin, and a dermatologically acceptable vehicle.

A method of reducing the appearance of dark circles in a periorbital area of a person's face is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the dark circles a composition comprising an extract of Opuntia ficus-indica to reduce the appearance of the dark circles in the periorbital area of the person's face.

The invention discloses an eyelash liquid eyeliner, wherein the raw materials comprise the following components in parts by weight: 50-60 parts of ethyl hexyl acrylate copolymer, 30-40 natural beeswax, 10-12 carnauba wax, 8-12 polyvinylpyrrolidone, 5-7 shellac, 1-3 black talc powder, 20-30 polyvinyl alcohol, 20-30 of silicone resins, 10-12 of codariocalyx motorius saponin extract, 5-7 dual-directional regulation growth promotion factors, 1-3 antifreeze, 1-3 coloring agent, 1-3 preservative, and 5-7 antioxidant. Components in the liquid eyeliner are replaced with natural substances of the natural beeswax, the carnauba wax, the shellac and the like, and the eyelash liquid eyeliner is safe to skin. Besides, organic silicone resins are added, so that the condition that the eyelash liquid eyeliner is broken up when being in contact with water can be effectively avoided, the organic silicone resin can effectively block ultraviolet rays and prevent the ultraviolet rays from destroying roots of eyelashes.

A plant derived active ingredient and a cosmetic and a drug composition including the plant derived ingredient including: an extract from at least one plant of the gender Olea, an extract from at least one plant of the gender Tilia and/or an extract from at least one plant of the gender Cydonia.

A composition includes, as an active ingredient, a substance capable of providing a useful effect to the skin by stimulating production of beta (β)-endorphin. The composition containing, as an active ingredient, sanshool, an isomer thereof, a hydrate thereof, or a solvate thereof stimulates production of β-endorphin when applied into the body, thereby providing useful effects to the skin, such as relieving skin irritation from the outside and providing a skin soothing effect.

Compositions and methods are disclosed herein for inducing (up-regulating) the expression of sulfotransferases in the hair follicles, e.g., the scalp. Increasing sulfotransferase is beneficial for metabolizing pro-drugs that require sulfonation to be activated, e.g., minoxidil sulfate is the active metabolite of minoxidil. A method for combining the compositions described herein with topical minoxidil to enhance minoxidil treatment for androgenetic alopecia is described. Additional methods and compositions include the use of retinoid X receptor agonists, retinoic acid receptor agonists, and nuclear receptor agonists in an RXR-NR heterodimer. Additional methods and compositions include the use of a topical solution containing an alkalinizing agent or an alkalinizing agent used with a penetration enhancer for up-regulating the sulfonating capacity of hair bearing skin, hair follicles, and/or keratinocyte cells. In addition, compositions and methods for increasing or decreasing the growth rate of hair follicles is disclosed by altering the intracellular pH. Additionally, methods for preparing a stable liposomal containing solution are described.

The subject invention provides materials and methods that effectively support innate immunity and/or disperse pathogenic biofilms using readily available, nontoxic, natural substances, while supporting restoration of normal microbiotic homeostasis. In one embodiment, the subject invention provides anti-biofilm compositions comprising one or more probiotic organisms, anti-microbial honey, and other ingredients such as prebiotic compounds, other hive products, green tea derivatives, other plant derivatives, and vitamin D3.

The present description relates to an anti-aging composition comprising at least one plant extract. The composition can comprise at least two different anti-aging agents, wherein one the anti-aging agent is a plant extract. The combination of two anti-aging agents has a superior effect on regulating longevity compared to the use of one anti-aging agent. The plant extract is preferably selected from the group consisting of a Black cohosh extract, a Valerian extract, a Ginkgo biloba extract, a Celery seed extract, a White willow extract and a Passion flower extract.

The present invention is directed to methods for treating or ameliorating skin conditions, diabetic conditions, cardiovascular conditions, cancer, infections or metal poisoning, enhancing performance, or providing nutritional support, comprising administering to a subject in need thereof compositions comprising a magnetic dipole stabilized solution (MDSS). The MDSS solution may include additional components and can be provided in a kit.

The present invention relates to compositions comprising and methods for use of novel synthetic peptide antagonists. Antagonists of the invention inhibit the binding of acetylcholine to the muscle-type nicotinic acetylcholine receptor. They are useful in, e.g., cosmetics and pharmaceuticals that prevent or improve the appearance of undesirable skin features including wrinkles.