Abstract: A hydrocarbonous-based cosmetic product, such as a lipstick, has its surface treated by means of a plasma treatment process employing a halogen gas. The treated (i.e., halogenated) surface has a uniform, satin-matte finish, as well as a lower wetting angle with respect to certain materials capable of providing the cosmetic product with an ultra-glossy finish. Thus, if such materials are subsequently applied to the halogenated surface of the cosmetic product, the cosmetic product can be provided with an ultra-glossy finish.

Abstract: A module of a thermoplastic impregnated with a cosmetic color is fabricated using ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) as the thermoplastic. The module may have an adhesive layer secured to one surface for securing the module to various carrier substrates as cosmetic containers, carrier dispensing layers or the skin of a user for providing a true indication of cosmetic color. The cosmetic color may actually be a sample of the cosmetic being provided or a sample of the color formulation as prepared during the manufacture of the cosmetic.

Abstract: Nail enamels containing a plasticizer component comprising one or more selected diesters or triesters, exhibit improved properties on wearing.

Abstract: Nail enamels containing a plasticizer component comprising one or more selected diesters or triesters, exhibit improved properties on wearing.

Abstract: Compositions comprising water-in-oil emulsions are disclosed comprising pigment coated with polysiloxane; a silicone phase; a water phase; and a polydiorganosiloxane-polyoxylalkylene copolymeric surfactant.

Abstract: A nail cleansing composition useful for removing stains from human nails, nail stain removing kits, and a method for removing stains from nails using the composition of the invention.

Abstract: A face masque composition useful for treating human skin for improvement comprising about 1-70% of a hydrolzed grain endproduct, about, 0.1-15% of a seaweed derivative and about 20-95% water.

Abstract: Comsetic compositions containing alkyl diamides for use in providing moisturizing and/or softening properties to treat dry human skin and for use in other cosmetic applications and including also various novel alkyl diamides.

Abstract: A compact case has a lid which forms a joint with an associated base when the lid is in its closed position relative to the base. A magnetic sealing mechanism positively seals substantially the entire length of the joint. The magnetic sealing mechanism can also function to releasably and moveably secure cosmetic product containers and cosmetic implements and accessories to the compact case.

Abstract: A cosmetic applicator tip has a plurality of dimples on an exterior surface thereof for receiving and dispensing a cosmetic. The tip is injection molded from a soft material to provide the tip with a pleasing "feel" when rubbed against the skin of a user. An air cushion within the tip can be varied to adjust or regulate the "feel" of the tip.

Abstract: Polymeric molds and polymeric mold inserts which have been modified by a plasma treatment process. These modified molds and mold inserts may be used to manufacture improved molded cosmetic products such as lipsticks, giving these products a uniform high-gloss finish.

Abstract: A compact container comprising a tray containing cosmetic and covered by a fine mesh screen, a mirror, and a separate compartment suitable for storing a cosmetic applicator to be used to apply the cosmetic.

Abstract: The invention is directed to cosmetic powder compositions containing containing esters, a gellant, and polyvinylidene copolymer. These cosmetic compositions are useful for blushes, eyeshadow, and so on.

Abstract: A decal which is adapted to decorate bottles, containers and similar devices of the type having surfaces with high wetting angles is fabricated without the use of wax. The decal can be printed upon utilizing various inks to provide aesthetic container surfaces as for example utilized in the cosmetic industry. The decal is free of wax and consists of a carrier layer as a plastic or paper having impressed thereon a base and a release layer which typically is a suitable plastic type material. The plastic type material as secured to the base layer has imprinted thereon a suitable pattern employing an ink which can contain metallic pigments or other piggments. The printed pattern has deposited thereon an adhesive layer which is relatively thin and which layer is secured to a desired surface of the container at low temperatures. After securing the decal to the surface of the container the release and base layers are removed thereby leaving the printed matter on the surface of the container.

Abstract: A single phase emulsion nail enamel for coating and hydrating human nails as well as a method for coating and hydrating human nails with the composition of the invention.