Clinical evaluation of an antiperspirant for hyperhidrosis.

Background: Hyperhidrosis is a fairly common condition characterized by excessive sweating, usually in axillary areas. Although not leading to major health problems, it causes significant psychological distress and bears a negative impact on sociality and quality of life in general. The first line of defense used to address this problem are antiperspirants, usually containing aluminum salts, capable of blocking the excessive sweating.

Efficacy of a cosmetic phyto-caffeine shampoo in female androgenetic alopecia.

Background: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common type of hair loss in both males as well as females, occurring in up to 57% of women by the age of 80 years. Androgenetic alopecia is associated with a high psychological burden and often results in substantially reduced quality of life, poor body image and low self-esteem, particularly in women. Caffeine-based products have shown promise, both in vitro and in vivo, as potential treatments for AGA.

A Dietary supplement containing standardized Phaseolus vulgaris extract influences body composition of overweight men and women.

Background: More than one billion human adults worldwide are overweight and, therefore, are at higher risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and a variety of other chronic perturbations. Many believe that use of natural dietary supplements could aid in the struggle against obesity. So-called "starch blockers" are listed among natural weight loss supplements.