Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to treat keratinous substrates. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the substrate. The compositions contain at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for treating keratinous substrates involve contacting the keratinous substrates with the compositions of the disclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair compositions comprising at least one lecithin, at least one amphoteric surfactant, at least one nonionic surfactant, at least one film forming polymer, and at least one cationic polymer. The compositions are preferably used to maintain hair's natural shape and/or its curl definition.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to color hair. The composition contains at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, at least one hair colorant, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for coloring involve contacting hair with the composition of the disclosure.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to inhibit color fading in hair. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the substrate that inhibits color fading in both dye and naturally colored hair. The compositions contain at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for inhibiting color fading in hair involve contacting the hair with the compositions of the disclosure.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods for protecting hair from both humid and arid environmental conditions. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the substrate which protects the hair from adverse conditions. The compositions contain at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for protecting hair involve applying the compositions of the disclosure onto hair.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods for imparting shine onto hair. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the substrate which protects the hair from adverse conditions and imparts shine. The composition contains at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, at least one shine agent, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for imparting shine onto hair involve applying the composition of the disclosure onto hair.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to shape or style hair. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the hair which aids in shaping or styling hair. The compositions contain at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, at least one film-former, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for shaping or styling hair involve contacting the hair with the composition of the disclosure.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to color hair. The composition contains at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, at least one hair colorant, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for coloring involve contacting hair with the composition of the disclosure.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to treat keratinous substrates. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the substrate. The compositions contain at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for treating keratinous substrates involve contacting the keratinous substrates with the compositions of the disclosure.

Abstract: A process for straightening or relaxing hair involving the steps of: (a) contacting the hair with the above-disclosed hair straightening/relaxing composition to form treated hair; (b) optionally, rinsing the hair straightening/relaxing composition from the treated hair, after it has been in contact with the hair for a period of less than 60 minutes; (c) optionally, contacting the treated hair with a non-volatile oil chosen from plant, animal, mineral and synthetic oils; and (d) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair.

Abstract: A process for inhibiting hair fibers from becoming frizzy, involving contacting the hair fibers with a composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound having at least two amino groups; (b) at least one anionic silicone; (c) optionally, at least one surfactant; and (d) optionally, at least one film-forming polymer, and wherein (a) is present in the composition in an amount sufficient to inhibit dyed hair fibers from losing their color, as well as inhibit hair fibers, in general, from appearing frizzy.

Abstract: A process for inhibiting dyed hair fibers from losing their color during shampooing involving contacting the dyed hair fibers with a composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound having at least two amino groups; (b) at least one anionic silicone; and (c) optionally, at least one surfactant, and wherein (a) is present in the composition in an amount sufficient to inhibit the dyed hair fibers from losing their color during shampooing.

Abstract: A process for styling dyed hair fibers in a manner which inhibits subsequent color loss during shampooing involving contacting the dyed hair fibers with a composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound having at least two amino groups; (b) at least one anionic silicone; (c) at least one film-forming polymer; and (d) optionally, at least one surfactant, and wherein (a) is present in the composition in an amount sufficient to inhibit color loss during shampooing.

Abstract: A composition, kit and process for dyeing hair fibers in a manner which inhibits color loss during subsequent shampooing involving contacting the hair fibers with a composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine having at least two amino groups; (b) at least one anionic silicone; and (c) at least one dye component chosen from a direct dye and an oxidation dye, and wherein the dyed hair fibers inhibit color loss resulting from subsequent shampooing of the dyed hair fibers.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a carrier composition containing: (a) at least one phospholipid; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least one anionic silicone; and (d) at least one water-insoluble material, and wherein the composition, when combined with an aqueous phase, forms an aqueous delivery system which is both stable, and clear to slightly hazy/limpid in appearance.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a carrier composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound comprising at least two amino groups; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least one anionic silicone; and (d) at least one water-insoluble material, and wherein the composition, when combined with an aqueous phase, forms an aqueous delivery system which is both stable, and clear to slightly hazy/limpid in appearance.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a carrier composition containing: (a) at least one fatty quaternary amine compound; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least one anionic silicone; and (d) at least one water-insoluble material, and wherein the composition, when combined with an aqueous phase, forms an aqueous delivery system which is both stable, and clear to slightly hazy/limpid in appearance.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a carrier composition containing: (a) at least one fatty monoamine compound; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least one anionic silicone; and (d) at least one water-insoluble material, and wherein the composition, when combined with an aqueous phase, forms an aqueous delivery system which is both stable, and clear to slightly hazy/limpid in appearance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair compositions comprising at least one lecithin, at least one amphoteric surfactant, at least one nonionic surfactant, at least one film forming polymer, and at least one cationic polymer. The compositions are preferably used to maintain hair's natural shape and/or its curl definition.

Abstract: Compositions containing at least one organic phospholipid capable of forming bilayers in aqueous solution; at least one amphoteric surfactant; and at least one nonionic surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; where the phospholipid and surfactants are present in a combined amount sufficient to allow at least one water-insoluble ingredient selected from waxes and unneutralized and partially neutralized water-insoluble polymers, resins, and latexes to be incorporated into an aqueous solution. A delivery system containing the composition and methods for styling hair and for treating keratinous substances are also disclosed.