Solid solution of gum arabic and at least one liposoluble active ingredient having particles of a size of less than 100 .Math.m and a weight ratio of gum arabic to liposoluble active ingredients of 5:1 to 200:1, obtainable by drying an aqueous solution of gum arabic to achieve a fine-particle dry product; admixing the dry product with a solution or dispersion of the liposoluble active ingredient(s) in an anhydrous solvent in which gum arabic is insoluble; mixing in the solution while homogenizing and further comminuting the dry product to a particle size of less than 100 .Math.m; and removing the solvent at a temperature of less than 70° C., as well as method for the preparation of the solution and the aqueous suspension containing it.

A method for improving body shape and improving skin condition using a noni fruit ferment is provided, and the method includes: administrating a composition to a subject in need thereof. The composition includes an effective amount of noni fruit ferment. The noni fruit ferment is prepared by (a) mixing glucose and noni fruit with water for extraction, to obtain a noni fruit broth, and (b) fermenting the noni fruit broth with a plurality of bacteria strains. The bacteria strains include yeast, lactic acid bacteria, and acetic acid bacteria. In step (b), the noni fruit broth and the bacteria strains are irradiated with a red light source with a wavelength of 620 nm to 750 nm. In addition, the noni fruit ferment also has at least one of the following functions: removing free radicals, improving defecation status, and improving gastrointestinal motility.

A method for extracting a ceramide-containing material or ceramide from whole apples and/or apple juice extraction residue. Furthermore, to ensure utility as a food, especially a functional food, or a raw material for a cosmetic or medicine, that includes the ceramide-containing material. [Solution] In the present invention, an adsorbent is added to an ethanol treatment solution of whole apples and/or apple juice extraction residue, the mixture is stirred and subjected to solid-liquid separation, and solid material precipitated from the solution is separated, after which water is added to the resultant concentrate and the temperature thereof is maintained, whereby the resultant settled component is recovered and dried to obtain a ceramide-containing material or ceramide. Using the ceramide obtained from whole apples and/or apple juice extraction residue, there are formed a composition for promoting production of hyaluronic acid and/or type II collagen, and a composition for promoting improvement of memory impairment and/or enhancement of the level of phosphorylation of extracellular signal-related kinases (ERK1/2).

Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that include a combination of escin, Ruscus aculeatus root extract, ammonium glycyrrhizate, Centella asiatica extract, hydrolyzed yeast protein, and Calendula officinalis flower extract.

Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that include a combination of escin, Ruscus aculeatus root extract, ammonium glycyrrhizate, Centella asiatica extract, hydrolyzed yeast protein, and Calendula officinalis flower extract.

A composition configured for topical application to the skin and formulated to reduce itching and inflammation is provided. The composition comprises a solution of vinegar, alcohol, and vegetable glycerin together with certain combinations of raw plant materials selected from rosemary, lavender, lemongrass, bergamot, aloe vera, ginger root, roman chamomile, nutmeg, parsley leaf, orange peel, and grapefruit peel. The solution including raw plant material may be periodically stirred over a period of weeks or months to mix ingredients and facilitate fermentation and microorganism activity. When applied to the skin, the nutrient density of beneficial microorganisms on the skin, including certain biproducts of the fermentation, may be increased to improve the skins acceptance and absorption of such microorganisms and byproducts.

A composition configured for topical application to the skin and formulated to reduce itching and inflammation is provided. The composition comprises a solution of vinegar, alcohol, and vegetable glycerin together with certain combinations of raw plant materials selected from rosemary, lavender, lemongrass, bergamot, aloe vera, ginger root, roman chamomile, nutmeg, parsley leaf, orange peel, and grapefruit peel. The solution including raw plant material may be periodically stirred over a period of weeks or months to mix ingredients and facilitate fermentation and microorganism activity. When applied to the skin, the nutrient density of beneficial microorganisms on the skin, including certain biproducts of the fermentation, may be increased to improve the skins acceptance and absorption of such microorganisms and byproducts.

A chemical-free, body cleansing cream formulation is provided comprising organic Aloe vera gel, coconut oil, sunflower oil, shea butter, witch hazel, one or more essential oils such as clary sage or distilled lime, and one or more pH-balancing agents such as apple cider vinegar or citric acid. The formulation is a natural alternative to soap which does not include chemicals such as sodium hydroxide. The cleansing cream has no soapsuds and produces no foam, and yet can still cleanse the most intimate areas of the body with very little to no risk of skin irritation. Alternatively, the cream or formulation can include Tribulus, witch hazel, horny goat weed (Epimedium), shea butter, ginseng, citric acid, coconut oil, almond oil, and flaxseed.

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.

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.