| abstract |
A cosmetic liner, such as a lip liner, containing a tanning composition comprising at least one tanning component capable of reacting with human skin to provide a more tanned appearance and a dermatologically acceptable carrier. The tanning component is preferably a polyhydroxy-ketone capable of undergoing a Maillard reaction with amino acids in skin keratin, particularly dihydroxyacetone (DHA) or erythrulose or a mixture thereof. The carrier may be aqueous, and may further comprise polyols selected from propylene glycol, butylene glycol and mixtures thereof. The composition may comprise a preservative selected from phenoxyethanol. The liner may further comprise one or more substances selected from parfum, tocopheryl acetate, coumarin, citric acid, aloe barbadensis powder, EDTA salts such as tetrasodium EDTA, and colourings. The cosmetic liner may comprise a reservoir for the tanning composition and wick which extends from the reservoir to a nib of the liner. A method of tanning the lips using the liner is also provided. |