The invention provides a liquid cosmetic that contains capsule in an aqueous medium, wherein the capsule comprises agar shell encapsulating an oil component, and the aqueous medium comprises a low molecular polyol and one selected from the group consisting of a (meth)acrylic polymer and a polysaccharide.

Provided is a process of stabilizing active ingredients of plant materials in an aqueous suspension, the process including: extracting one or more active ingredients of a plant material using an extraction solvent, wherein the extraction of the one or more active ingredients of the plant materials comprises: transferring the plant material into a temperature-controlled reactor; adding the extraction solvent to the temperature-controlled reactor, thereby producing an eluant from the plant material; incubating the eluant at a first selected temperature for a pre-determined duration of time; and running the eluent through a filtration process to obtain an extractant solution filtrate and a separated solid plan material product; encapsulating the one or more active ingredients in one or more nanoparticles; and dispersing the one or more nanoparticles in an aqueous suspension.

Provided are an ultraviolet (UV)-blocking cosmetic composition which is dispersed in water and is free of oil and a method of preparing the same. Since the composition does not contain oil, skin trouble may not occur, and since the composition does not include a surfactant, spreadability and feeling of use are excellent. In addition, cloudiness phenomenon or skin greasiness does not occur during use, and the UV-blocking effects are excellent.

Calcium and silicon are known to strengthen the formation of hair, skin and nails. The efficacy of oral intake of calcium and silicon is very difficult. Local delivery and uptake of the ions would enable more efficient strengthening of 5 nails, skin or hair. The invention relates to the addition of calcium silicate to products for local release of calcium and silicate to nails, hair and skin.

A pigment suspension is disclosed. The pigment suspension comprises: (a) at least one coloring compound selected from the group of pigments; and (b) a hydroxycarboxylic acid ester. A cosmetic agent is also disclosed. The cosmetic agent comprises the pigment suspension, and one or more organic C.sub.1-C.sub.6 alkoxysilanes and/or condensation products thereof. A multi-component packaging unit (kit-of-parts) for dyeing keratinous material is also disclosed, and comprises separately packaged first and second containers. The first container comprises an agent (a′), which comprises one or more organic C.sub.1-C.sub.6-alkoxysilanes and/or condensation products thereof. The second container comprises an agent (a″), which comprises the pigment suspension.

A pigment suspension is provided. In one example, the pigment suspension includes a) at least one colorant compound selected from the group of pigments, b) at least one C.sub.1-C.sub.10 alcohol, c) at least one diol, d) at least one thickening agent, and e) water. A method for dyeing keratinous material and a multi-component packaging unit (kit-of-parts) for dyeing keratinous material including a pigment suspension are also provided.

The present invention provides a liquid nail lacquer composition comprising a pharmaceutically active compound and an aqueous polymer dispersion, wherein said liquid nail lacquer composition forms a film upon drying under standard ambient temperature and pressure; a method for providing the same; and a container comprising said liquid nail lacquer composition.

A process that includes simultaneous and/or sequential steps for separating, extracting and/or isolating all or part of the components contained in the inner aragonitic organo-mineral layer and in the outer calcitic organo-mineral layer of the shells of marine bivalve molluscs. Also, compositions including these components, such as cosmetics and medicinal products.

The present invention relates to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition for topical application, said composition comprising the combination of a crosslinked oligo(ethylene glycol) based polymer in the form of an aqueous dispersion of microgel particles and a non-crosslinked water-soluble oligo(ethylene glycol) polymer. The invention also relates to a process for preparing this composition.

An additive is disclosed for use with existing hair coloring products that combines multiple hair dye sources and classifications to create a single precise color tone on demand. The additive salvages chemical parts from existing hair coloring products to create a multitude of new hair coloring options. The additive perfects the dye diffusion process using physics, electrochemical technology and chemical screening technology. The resultant additive mixed with an existing hair product solves many of the problems within the hair coloring industry and enhances safety through lower toxicity.