Abstract: A semi-permanent mascara product that includes a supply of a semi-permanent mascara composition disposed in a container and a twisted-wire brush for applying the mascara to the eyelashes of a user. The combination of the semi-permanent mascara and twisted-wire brush provides improved eyelash separation and reduced clumping versus the same mascara composition and an unsuitable molded plastic brush.

Abstract: The anhydrous cosmetic compositions of the present invention provide a durable film after application that resists degradation over time. The anhydrous cosmetic composition includes an aminosilicone, an organosiloxane resin, and a volatile carrier. The anhydrous cosmetic composition can also be packaged with a topcoat product.

Abstract: The anhydrous cosmetic composition of the present invention provides a durable film after application that resists degradation over time. The anhydrous cosmetic composition includes an aminosilicone, an organosiloxane resin, a diorganopolysiloxane polymer and a volatile carrier. The anhydrous cosmetic composition can also be packaged with a topcoat product.

Abstract: The cosmetic compositions of the present invention provide a durable film after application that resists degradation over time. Cosmetic compositions of the present invention comprise: (A) an anhydrous mixture of: (1) modified silicones selected from the group consisting of aminosilicones, carboxy modified silicones, epoxy modified silicones, and mixtures thereof; (2) an organosiloxane resin; and (B) a volatile carrier.

Abstract: The cosmetic compositions of the present invention provide a durable film after application that resists degradation over time. Cosmetic compositions of the present invention comprise: a) polymers selected from the group consisting of hydrophilic copolymers and terpolymers; b) Glycerols selected from the group consisting of glycerol, modified glycerols, and mixtures thereof; and c) a polar volatile solvent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a bonding agent selected from the group consisting of aldehydes and ketones having the structure wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker and R represents hydrogen, straight or branched alkyls, substituted or unsubstituted aryls, and combinations thereof; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of an acylating bonding agent having the structure: wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker and R represents N3, Cl, Br or OM wherein M is an activated ester; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise a safe and effective amount of a bonding agent comprising the structure wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent; L represents an optional chemical linker; and R represents a hydrocarbon chain that optionally contains heteroatoms; and a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to a mammalian proteinaceous substrate and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise a safe and effective amount of a bonding agent comprising trans structure wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent, L represents an optional chemical linker between X and a remainder of the bonding agent; and R represents an activating electron withdrawing group; and a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a functionally alkylating bonding agent having the structure R—X wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker; R is selected from the group consisting of COCH2Cl, COCH2Br, COCH2I, Cl, Br, I, N3, CH2OM′, CH2OT′, CH2OT″, sulfonic esters; and wherein M′ is b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a three membered functional cyclic bonding agent having the structure wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker and Y represents O, NH, S, or Se; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise a safe and effective amount of a bonding agent comprising trans structure 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise a safe and effective amount of a bonding agent comprising the structure 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a functionally alkylating bonding agent having the structure

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a functionalized acid anhydride-based bonding agent having the structure wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a 1,2-heteroatom constituted diene bonding agent having the structure: wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker, Y represents N, CH, or CW wherein W is an alkyl and R represents O, S, or Se; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a diazonium salt bonding agent having the structure wherein X represents a cosmetic benefit agent that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent, and thus the cosmetic benefit agent, is covalently attached to the substrate. The invention further relates to methods of using the compositions described above as well as various products that include the claimed compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a three membered functional cyclic bonding agent having the structure 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a functional aromatic derivative bonding agent having a structure selected from the group consisting of wherein X is one or more cosmetic benefit agents that may or may not be attached to a chemical linker; Y, Z, and W are selected from the group consisting of H, NO2, CN, CF3, SO2R, COR, and X; V is selected from the group consisting of F, I, Br, Cl, NO2, SOPh, N3, Oar, OSO2R, OR, SR, and NH2; V″ and Y″ are selected from the group consisting of C, N, and combinations thereof; Z″ and W″ are selected from the group consisting of F, I, Br, Cl, H, SR, X, or combinations thereof; wherein R is an alkyl or phenyl; and b) a cosmetically acceptable carrier for the bonding agent wherein the composition is administered topically to mammalian proteinaceous substrates and wherein the bonding agent reacts with a protein contained in the substrate such that the bonding agent

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions that comprise: a) a safe and effective amount of a functional aromatic derivative bonding agent having a structure selected from the group consisting of 1