Abstract: Compositions, methods, and kits for caring for, treating, conditioning or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one silicone compound comprising at least one phosphate group compound and at least one amine compound comprising greater than three amino groups, wherein the amino groups are identical or different.

Abstract: Methods and kits for protecting at least one keratinous fiber, including human keratinous fibers, comprising applying to the at least one keratinous fiber a composition comprising at least one silicone and at least one film forming polymer.

Abstract: Compositions, methods, and kits for caring for, treating, conditioning or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one silicone compound comprising at least one phosphate group compound and at least one amine compound comprising greater than three amino groups, wherein the amino groups are identical or different.

Abstract: Compositions, optionally heat activated, methods, and kits for caring for, treating or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one compound comprising at least two quaternary ammonium groups; and at least one compound comprising at least one C5 to C7 saccharide unit substituted with at least one amino group; and heating the at least one keratinous fiber.

Abstract: Compositions, methods, and kits for caring for, treating, conditioning or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one silicone compound comprising at least one carboxylic acid group compound and at least one amine compound comprising at least two amino groups, wherein the amino groups are identical or different.

Abstract: A composition for lanthionizing keratin fibers comprising at least one hydroxide compound, with the proviso that said at least one hydroxide compound is not sodium hydroxide, lithium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide; and at least one activating agent chosen from cysteine-based compounds; and methods and kits for use thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of protecting keratinous fiber from extrinsic damage, e.g., protein loss caused by exposure to heat, chemicals, etc., comprising the application of a composition comprising at least one plant extract. The invention also contemplates a method of improving combability and/or a method of improving curl formation of keratinous fibers. In another embodiment, the invention is drawn to a composition for the treatment or protection of keratinous fiber comprising willowherb extract.

Abstract: Compositions, methods, and kits for caring for, treating, conditioning or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one silicone compound comprising at least one carboxylic acid group compound and at least one amine compound comprising at least two amino groups, wherein the amino groups are identical or different.

Abstract: Compositions, methods, and kits for caring for, treating, conditioning or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one silicone compound comprising at least one phosphate group compound and at least one amine compound comprising greater than three amino groups, wherein the amino groups are identical or different.

Abstract: Methods and kits for protecting at least one keratinous fiber, including human keratinous fibers, comprising applying to the at least one keratinous fiber a composition comprising at least one silicone and at least one film forming polymer.

Abstract: A composition useful in a delivery system for water-insoluble ingredient(s) containing at least one organic phospholipid capable of forming bilayers in aqueous solution; at least one amphoteric surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; at least one nonionic surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; and at least one cationic polymer, wherein the cationic polymer functions to control the amount of water-insoluble ingredient(s) deposited on keratinous substances. A method for treating keratinous substances with the compositions and delivery systems is also disclosed. In addition, the amount of water-insoluble ingredient(s) to be deposited can be controlled by varying the amount of the phospholipid, the nonionic surfactant, or both.

Abstract: Compositions for lanthionizing keratin fibers comprising at least one organic nucleophile and at least one hydroxide ion generator, wherein the at least one organic nucleophile is present in an amount effective to increase the tensile strength of the keratin fibers. Pretreatment compositions for keratin fibers comprising at least one organic nucleophile, wherein the pretreatment composition is applied prior to applying a relaxing composition and further wherein the at least one organic nucleophile is present in an amount effective to increase the tensile strength of the keratin fibers. Methods and multicomponent kits for lanthionizing keratin fibers to achieve relaxation of the keratinous fibers using at least one organic nucleophile.

Abstract: Compositions, optionally heat-activated, methods, two-step methods, and kits for caring for, treating or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one compound comprising at least two quaternary ammonium groups; and at least one sugar chosen from C3 to C5 monosaccharides; and heating the at least one keratinous fiber.

Abstract: Compositions, optionally heat-activated, methods, two-step methods, and kits for caring for, treating or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one compound comprising at least two quaternary ammonium groups; and at least one sugar chosen from C3 to C5 monosaccharides; and heating the at least one keratinous fiber.

Abstract: Compositions, optionally heat activated, methods, and kits for caring for, treating or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one compound comprising at least two quaternary ammonium groups; and at least one compound comprising at least one C5 to C7 saccharide unit substituted with at least one amino group; and heating the at least one keratinous fiber.

Abstract: Compositions, optionally heat-activated, methods, and kits for caring for, treating or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one compound comprising at least two quaternary ammonium groups; and at least one sugar chosen from C3 to C5 monosaccharides substituted with at least one C1 to C22 carbon chain.

Abstract: A composition for lanthionizing keratin fibers comprising at least one hydroxide compound, with the proviso that said at least one hydroxide compound is not sodium hydroxide, lithium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide; and at least one activating agent chosen from cysteine-based compounds; and methods and kits for use thereof.

Abstract: A composition useful in a delivery system for water-insoluble ingredient(s) containing at least one organic phospholipid capable of forming bilayers in aqueous solution; at least one amphoteric surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; at least one nonionic surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; and at least one cationic polymer, wherein the cationic polymer functions to control the amount of water-insoluble ingredient(s) deposited on keratinous substances. A method for treating keratinous substances with the compositions and delivery systems is also disclosed. In addition, the amount of water-insoluble ingredient(s) to be deposited can be controlled by varying the amount of the phospholipid, the nonionic surfactant, or both.

Abstract: A composition useful in a delivery system for water-insoluble ingredient(s) containing at least one organic phospholipid capable of forming bilayers in aqueous solution; at least one amphoteric surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; at least one nonionic surfactant present in an amount by weight equal to or greater than the amount of the phospholipid; and at least one cationic polymer, wherein the cationic polymer functions to control the amount of water-insoluble ingredient(s) deposited on keratinous substances. A method for treating keratinous substances with the compositions and delivery systems is also disclosed. In addition, the amount of water-insoluble ingredient(s) to be deposited can be controlled by varying the amount of the phospholipid, the nonionic surfactant, or both.

Abstract: Compositions containing at least one organic phospholipid capable of forming bilayers in aqueous solution; and at least one amphoteric surfactant and at least one nonionic surfactant, each 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.