Topical cosmetic composition, use of the composition and serum for applying on the face
The present invention is a topical cosmetic composition that helps to reduce and control oiliness of the skin immediately and lastingly, and also to reduce the size of pores, to reduce visual imperfections and to moisturize. The composition helps to maintain a natural healthy microbiota of the skin. The present invention pertains to the field of cosmetic science, and more specifically relates to preparations for treating the skin.
1 . A topical cosmetic composition characterized by comprising 0.2 to 20 wt % babassu starch, 0.5 to 8 wt % mandelic acid, 0.1 to 2 wt % capryloyl salicylic acid, 2 to 10 wt % Lens esculenta seed extract, dicaprylyl carbonate, and tapioca starch, wherein the weight percentages are calculated based on the total weight of the composition.
2 . The composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that it contains cosmetically acceptable excipients selected from the class of: solvents, emollients, absorbents, emulsifiers, opacifiers, skin conditioners, preservatives, viscosity controllers, skin protectors, denaturing agents, perfumers, moisturizers, antioxidants, emulsion stabilizers, plasticizers, chelating agents, dyes or buffers.
3 . The composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that it is an emulsion.
4 . A method of reducing and controlling skin oiliness, said method comprising applying the composition as defined in claim 1 to skin daily.
5 . The method according to claim 4 , characterized in that it is to reduce and control the skin oiliness about 15 minutes after application of the composition.
6 . The method according to claim 4 , characterized in that it is to reduce and control skin oiliness after 14 days of applying the composition.
7 . A method of reducing average skin pore size, said method comprising applying the composition as defined in claim 1 to skin daily.
8 . The method according to claim 7 , characterized in that it is to reduce the average skin pore size after 28 days of applying the composition.
9 . A method of reducing the number of skin pores, said method comprising applying the composition as defined in claim 1 to skin daily.
10 . A method of reducing visual skin imperfections, said method comprising applying the composition as defined in claim 1 to skin daily.
11 . The method according to claim 10 , characterized in that it reduces visual skin imperfections after 30 days of applying the composition.
12 . A method of hydrating skin, said method comprising applying the composition as defined in claim 1 to skin daily.
13 . The method according to claim 12 , characterized in that it is to hydrate the skin about 15 minutes after application of the composition.
14 . The method according to claim 12 , characterized in that it hydrates the skin after 30 days of applying the composition.
15 . A method of maintaining and controlling the skin microbiota, said method comprising applying the composition as defined in claim 1 to skin daily, characterized in that it is to maintain and control the skin microbiota.
16 . A method of reducing the number of porphyrins on facial skin, said method comprising applying the composition, as defined in claim 1 , to facial skin daily, characterized in that the method reduces the number of porphyrins on the facial skin after 28 days of applying the composition.
17 . A serum for facial application, characterized in that it comprises the composition as defined in claim 1 .