The invention provides anti-itch compositions applicable to a user's scalp. In particular, the anti-itch compositions are particularly suitable for naturally curly hair types and also for users who use non-native hair (weaves), braided hair substantially comprising non-native hair and wigs. One composition is a fast-acting anti-itch remedy and another is a scalp moisturizer that conditions and enhances the scalp.

The present disclosure relates to hair cosmetic compositions comprising: (a) at least one sugar alcohol: (b) at least one saccharide compound, and mixtures thereof; (c) pectin; (d) at least one water-soluble solvent; and (e) water. The hair cosmetic compositions provide excellent hair styling benefits without requiring synthetic film-forming polymers and/or silicones. In particular, the hair cosmetic compositions are useful for imparting to hair, durable styling or shaping benefits, curl definition, curl regularity, shape/styling control, shine, and frizz control.

The present disclosure relates to hair cosmetic compositions comprising: (a) at least one sugar alcohol: (b) at least one saccharide compound, and mixtures thereof; (c) pectin; (d) at least one water-soluble solvent; and (e) water. The hair cosmetic compositions provide excellent hair styling benefits without requiring synthetic film-forming polymers and/or silicones. In particular, the hair cosmetic compositions are useful for imparting to hair, durable styling or shaping benefits, curl definition, curl regularity, shape/styling control, shine, and frizz control.

The invention relates to a cosmetic composition for bleaching the skin, which includes a) at least one oily plant extract from the Glycyrrhiza genus and b) at least one ascorbic acid ester. The invention further relates to the cosmetic, nontherapeutic use of the cosmetic composition according to the invention to treat excessive pigmentation, pigmentation disorders, age spots, and/or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation of the skin, and to a method for producing a cosmetic skin-bleaching composition in the form of an O/W or a W/O emulsion, wherein an oily extract from licorice roots is dissolved in the water phase by the addition of an ascorbic acid ester.

The present invention relates to a hair dye removing composition. The present invention provides: a hair dye removing composition, which contains one or more extracts selected from the group consisting of a squeezed lemon juice, a Gardenia jasminoides extract, a black rice extract and a mugwort extract, and thus does not use chemical surfactants, has low skin irritation, and can sooth the skin while effectively removing hair dye from the skin or the hair; and a preparation method therefor.

Compositions intended for application onto human skin damaged by oxidative stress can include (1) a mixture of at least: (a) a leaf extract of Aristotelia chilensis; (b) a leaf extract of Buddleja globosa; (c) a leaf extract of Ugni molinae; (d) optionally, a bark/seed extract of Entada phaseoloides; (e) optionally, a blend of Pfaffia paniculata, Ptychopetalum olacoides, and Lilium candidum extracts; and (f) at least one humectant; (2) an emulsifier; and (3) a dermatologically acceptable carrier, wherein (a)-(f) are employed in amounts sufficient to synergistically neutralize existing free radicals present in the skin, while proactively priming the skin by repairing and/or protecting its Stratum corneum without unduly impairing the Stratum corneum's acid mantle, and wherein the composition is natural, free of a skin-sensitizing amount of an essential oil, and has a pH ranging from about 4.5 to about 5.5.

The invention relates to a method for producing an extract of seeds of the Entada genus by selective hydrolysis of the metabolites accumulated in the seeds. The invention also relates to the extract produced using such a method, to a composition comprising such an extract, and to the cosmetic and dermocosmetic applications of such an extract.

Methods and compositions for improving the appearance of skin are provided. The methods and compositions are especially suited for inhibiting activation of PAR2 in skin by utilizing a synergistic combination of a water lily extract and vitamin B.sub.3 compound. The method involves treating hyperpigmented skin by applying a skin care composition containing an effective amount of a combination of water lily extract and vitamin B.sub.3 compound to a target portion of skin over the course of a treatment period.

Methods and compositions for improving the appearance of skin are provided. The methods and compositions are especially suited for inhibiting activation of PAR2 in skin by utilizing a synergistic combination of a water lily extract and vitamin B.sub.3 compound. The method involves treating hyperpigmented skin by applying a skin care composition containing an effective amount of a combination of water lily extract and vitamin B.sub.3 compound to a target portion of skin over the course of a treatment period.

The invention relates to cosmetic compositions [compositions (C)] comprising an oak extract, a grape seed extract and a green tea extract and to the use of a composition (C) to protect body parts exposed to light against damages. It further relates to a cosmetic method [method (CM)] for protecting body parts exposed to light against damages, said method comprising applying a composition (C) to a body part exposed to light.