The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful for moisturizing skin and/or lightening or whitening skin. The composition includes a combination of Angelica acutiloba root extract and a Salicornia herbacea extract.

A substantially anhydrous, concentrated surfactant composition comprising a sugar-based surfactant; an amino acid based surfactant; a polyglycerol ester a polyhydroxy ether, or a combination of a polyglycerol ester a polyhydroxy ether; and, optionally, a glycol, wherein the substantially anhydrous surfactant composition contains less than about 12 weight percent of water.

New cosmetic compositions and their use, in particular, as a shampoo or a cleanser. The compositions are in powder form substantially free of water. The compositions are composed of constituents and ingredients that are natural or of natural origin, non-allergenic, healthy, and free of preservatives. Also, a device including the novel compositions.

New cosmetic compositions and their use, in particular, as a shampoo or a cleanser. The compositions are in powder form substantially free of water. The compositions are composed of constituents and ingredients that are natural or of natural origin, non-allergenic, healthy, and free of preservatives. Also, a device including the novel compositions.

The present invention is directed to a personal composition comprising a) a strobilurin; b) salicylic acid wherein the ratio of a:b is from about 1:1 to about 100:1; wherein there is a synergistic anti-inflammatory/cellular stress activity.

Cosmetic compositions including about 0.1 to about 3 wt. % of a cationic surfactant grafted halloysite compound; about 0.5 to about 10 wt. % of a nonionic surfactant, a cationic surfactant, or a mixture thereof; and water, wherein all weight percentages are based on the total weight of the cosmetic composition. Methods of making and using the cosmetic compositions are also disclosed.

A toothpaste composition includes a structurant and a thickener, wherein the toothpaste composition has a predetermined viscosity and phase angle by using the structurant instead of reducing the content of a thickener, and thereby has an improved release property during use while maintaining a shape retention property of the toothpaste, and has an improved feeling of refreshment, flavor releasing power, cleaning power, and stain removal power. Further, provided is a toothpaste composition including a chelating agent containing phosphate and silica, wherein the chelating agent is supersaturated to precipitate phosphate to provide strong cleaning power, a whitening effect, a stain removal effect, and a crunchy sensation. Further, provided is a toothpaste composition including a peroxide, a thickener, and a spreading agent, wherein the peroxide and the thickener are separated from each other, providing excellent sense of use, stability, and a whitening effect in an anhydrous state.

Methods are described that provide controlled release of beneficial bacteria to the oral cavity. Such bacteria can subsequently colonize the oral cavity and displace or suppress the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. Described devices include a stabilized preparation of such beneficial bacteria and provide a consumable liquid, wet foam, or gel that includes such bacteria when used.

Provided herein are biopolymers comprising repeating polysaccharide units, preparations of biopolymers, and topical compositions comprising biopolymers, as well as methods of use.

Provided herein are biopolymers comprising repeating polysaccharide units, preparations of biopolymers, and topical compositions comprising biopolymers, as well as methods of use.