Various embodiments disclosed relate to water-based nail-treatment compositions including a first film-forming copolymer that is a copolymer of a (C.sub.1-C.sub.5)alkyl ester of methacrylic acid, of a (C.sub.1-C.sub.5)alkyl ester of acrylic acid, or a combination thereof, and of methacrylic acid. The nail-treatment compositions also include a second film-forming copolymer that is a copolymer of isophorone diisocyanate, a poly((C.sub.2-C.sub.3)alkylene oxide), and 2,2-bis(methylol)propionic acid. Methods of using the nail-treatment compositions and cured products of the same are also provided. A cured product of the nail-treatment composition can be monolithically peelable from the nail.

The present invention is a composition and method of treatment for fragile skin, skin disorders, and skin conditions in general through topical systematic and periodic application of a formulation that generally may include ingredients such as but not limited to barrier repair ingredients such as but not limited to Skinmimics®, Retinol®, and glycolic acid; humectants such as but not limited to glycerin, propanediol, low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acids; redensifying agents such as but not limited to Timecode®, a lipo amino acid (palmitoyl glycine); and anti-inflammatory/anti-itch ingredients such as but not limited to soybean sterols, Timecode®, SymCalmin®, menthyl lactate, and niacinamide.

The present invention is a composition and method of treatment for fragile skin, skin disorders, and skin conditions in general through topical systematic and periodic application of a formulation that generally may include ingredients such as but not limited to barrier repair ingredients such as but not limited to Skinmimics®, Retinol®, and glycolic acid; humectants such as but not limited to glycerin, propanediol, low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acids; redensifying agents such as but not limited to Timecode®, a lipo amino acid (palmitoyl glycine); and anti-inflammatory/anti-itch ingredients such as but not limited to soybean sterols, Timecode®, SymCalmin®, menthyl lactate, and niacinamide.

The present invention provides a patch for attaching to teeth or a surrounding part of teeth, and the patch can be easily removed by tooth brushing alone.

The present invention provides a patch for attaching to teeth or a surrounding part of teeth, and the patch can be easily removed by tooth brushing alone.

The present invention relates to the use of a compound of formula (I): in which R1, R2 and R3 independently denote: —a group of formula (II), or —a hydrogen atom H, it being understood that at least one of the radicals R1, R2, R3 denotes a group of formula (II); and also the salts thereof, the solvates thereof, and/or the isomers thereof, for preventing and/or cosmetically treating the signs of skin aging. ##STR00001##

A natural hair product for improving and restoring the condition of hair, and promoting the strength and growth of the hair, includes filtered water, burdock powder, stinging nettle powder, peppermint, horsetail powder, lavender flowers, and hibiscus flowers, in a base of olive oil, avocado oil, vitamin E, and lavender oil. If desired, the hair preparation may also include rosemary and fenugreek powder. The method of making the hair product is also disclosed.

A natural hair product for improving and restoring the condition of hair, and promoting the strength and growth of the hair, includes filtered water, burdock powder, stinging nettle powder, peppermint, horsetail powder, lavender flowers, and hibiscus flowers, in a base of olive oil, avocado oil, vitamin E, and lavender oil. If desired, the hair preparation may also include rosemary and fenugreek powder. The method of making the hair product is also disclosed.

The invention relates to a carotenoid for use in the treatment or prevention of stress induced conditions, and in particular it relates to the treatment or prevention of a disease mediated by glucocorticoid receptor activity. The invention also relates to a cosmetic method for preventing premature-aging of skin in a subject which comprises administering a carotenoid to said subject. Finally, the invention relates to a method for modulating the activity of a glucocorticoid receptor comprising contacting the receptor with a carotenoid.

The invention relates to a carotenoid for use in the treatment or prevention of stress induced conditions, and in particular it relates to the treatment or prevention of a disease mediated by glucocorticoid receptor activity. The invention also relates to a cosmetic method for preventing premature-aging of skin in a subject which comprises administering a carotenoid to said subject. Finally, the invention relates to a method for modulating the activity of a glucocorticoid receptor comprising contacting the receptor with a carotenoid.