Patents by Inventor Michelle Hines

Michelle Hines has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • TOPICAL COSMETIC COMPOSITIONS
    Publication number: 20230277441
    Abstract: A method of treating a person's skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin a composition that includes an extract of Opuntia ficus-indica, water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, butylene glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, tocopherol or tocopheryl acetate, disodium EDTA, sodium hydroxide, caprylyl glycol, and Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2023
    Publication date: September 7, 2023
    Inventors: Michelle HINES, Geetha KALAHASTI, Tiffany FLORENCE, David GAN
  • TOPICAL SKIN COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING WRINKLES
    Publication number: 20230277426
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method of treating a fine line or wrinkle in a person's skin, the method comprising topically applying to the fine line or wrinkle a composition comprising an effective amount of Commiphora mukul resin or an extract thereof that includes oleo gum resin, glycerin, water, and hyaluronic acid or a salt form thereof, wherein topical application of the composition to the fine line or wrinkle reduces the appearance of the fine line or wrinkle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2022
    Publication date: September 7, 2023
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, Michelle Hines, David Gan, Wanli Zhao
  • Cosmetic compositions and uses thereof
    Patent number: 11723845
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method for reducing the appearance of cellulite, improving the texture of skin, or reducing the appearance of a fine line or wrinkle in skin that has cellulite, rough skin texture, or a fine line or wrinkle, the method comprising topically applying a composition to the skin that includes effective amounts of caffeine, escin, and an extract from Ascophyllum nodosum, wherein topical application of the composition reduces the appearance of cellulite, improves the texture of the skin, or reduces the appearance of the fine line or wrinkle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, Michelle Hines, David Gan
  • SKIN CARE FORMULATIONS
    Publication number: 20230249008
    Abstract: A method of reducing the appearance of fine lines or wrinkles, firming skin, or hydrating skin is disclosed. The method includes topically applying to skin in need thereof a composition comprising palmitoyl tetrapeptide 7, water, glycerin, butylene glycol, disodium EDTA, citric acid, sodium lactate, and a carbomer. Topical application of the composition to the skin reduces the appearance of fine lines or wrinkles, firms the skin, or hydrates the skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2023
    Publication date: August 10, 2023
    Inventors: Dawn BURKE-COLVIN, Michelle HINES, David GAN
  • Topical compositions and methods
    Patent number: 11701322
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful for moisturizing skin and/or lightening or whitening skin. The composition includes a combination of Angelica acutiloba root extract and a Salicornia herbacea extract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Greg Norman, David Gan, Michelle Hines, Lisha Vanpelt, Wanli Zhao, Barbara Durkee, Lee Vickers, Patricia Jacoby
  • Topical cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 11690798
    Abstract: A method of treating a person's skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin a composition comprising jojoba oil and an oil extract of Opuntia ficus-indica tuna or Opuntia ficus-indica nopales, or a combination thereof, to treat the person's skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Michelle Hines, Geetha Kalahasti, Tiffany Florence, David Gan
  • Topical cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 11684568
    Abstract: A method of reducing the appearance of dark circles in a periorbital area of a person's face is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the dark circles a composition comprising an extract of Opuntia ficus-indica to reduce the appearance of the dark circles in the periorbital area of the person's face.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Michelle Hines, Geetha Kalahasti, Tiffany Florence, David Gan
  • Topical skin care formulations comprising plant extracts
    Patent number: 11684562
    Abstract: A topical skin composition is disclosed. The topical skin composition can include a Bougainvillea glabra extract, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, tocopherol, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide, and ethylhexylglycerin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines
  • Skin care formulations
    Patent number: 11679284
    Abstract: A topical skin care composition including an effective amount of palmitoyl tetrapeptide 7, retinol, and a base that includes botanical oils is disclosed. The botanical oils include sesame oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, jojoba oil, and Macadamia ternifolia nut oil. The topical skin care composition is anhydrous.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Dawn Burke-Colvin, Michelle Hines, David Gan
  • TOPICAL SKIN CARE FORMULATIONS COMPRISING PLANT EXTRACTS
    Publication number: 20230181450
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method of topically applying a composition to skin. The method can include topically applying to skin the composition, where the composition comprises an extract from Kunzea ericoides, Quassia undulata, Khaya senegalensis, Biophytum petersianum, Detarium microcarpum, Crossopteryx febrofiga, Allophylus africanus, Burkea Africana, Nauclea latifolia, Bombax costatum, Buchanania reticulata, Melanorrhoea laccifera, Machilus odoratissimus, Spondias pinnata, Canthium dicoccum, Parinari annamensis, Aporosa tetrapleura, Knema globularia, Garcinia gaudichaudii, Randia dasycarpa, Capparis micrantha, or Garcinia benthami.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2022
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Inventors: Tiffany FLORENCE, Michelle HINES
  • Topical skin care formulations comprising plant extracts
    Patent number: 11666525
    Abstract: A method for treating skin of a person is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin of the person a composition comprising an effective amount of an aqueous, alcoholic, or aqueous-alcoholic extract from Sequoia sempervirens, Geranium oil, panthenol, citric acid, and glycerin, wherein the composition increases antioxidant activity in the skin and/or increases skin moisture content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines
  • Magnolia extract containing compositions
    Patent number: 11660259
    Abstract: Disclosed is a powder composition consisting essentially of Magnolia officinalis bark extract comprising magnolol and honokiol, tocopherol or tocopherol acetate, lecithin, at least one gum, and optionally water, wherein the composition is in powdered form.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Jim Faller, David Gan, Michelle Hines, Lisa Mangos
  • TOPICAL SKIN CARE FORMULATIONS COMPRISING PLANT EXTRACTS
    Publication number: 20230158339
    Abstract: A method for treating a person's skin is disclosed. The method includes topically applying to the skin a composition comprising from 0.001% to 20% by weight of an aqueous, alcoholic, or aqueous-alcoholic extract from a plant extract.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2022
    Publication date: May 25, 2023
    Inventors: Tiffany CARLE, David GAN, Michelle HINES
  • Topical compositions and methods
    Patent number: 11654100
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful for moisturizing skin and/or lightening or whitening skin. The composition includes a combination of Angelica acutiloba root extract and a Salicornia herbacea extract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Greg Norman, David Gan, Michelle Hines, Lisha Vanpelt, Wanli Zhao, Barbara Durkee, Lee Vickers, Patricia Jacoby
  • Botanical formulations
    Patent number: 11638735
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method for treating skin. The method can include topically applying to skin in need thereof a composition comprising effective amounts of Arctium lappa root extract and Epilobium angustifolium extract to reduce expression of a pro-inflammatory cytokine of IL-8, IL-2, or TNF-? in the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Michelle Hines, Tiffany Carle
  • Topical skin care formulations comprising plant extracts
    Patent number: 11607380
    Abstract: A method for treating skin of a person is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin of the person a composition comprising an effective amount of an aqueous, alcoholic, or aqueous-alcoholic extract from Vinca major, wherein the composition reduces melanin production in the skin, increases antioxidant activity in the skin, and/or increases skin moisture content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines
  • Skin care formulations
    Patent number: 11596813
    Abstract: A topical skin care composition including an effective amount of palmitoyl tetrapeptide 7, retinol, and a base that includes botanical oils is disclosed. The botanical oils include sesame oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, jojoba oil, and Macadamia ternifolia nut oil. The topical skin care composition is anhydrous.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Dawn Burke-Colvin, Michelle Hines, David Gan
  • Topical skin care formulations comprising plant extracts
    Patent number: 11583491
    Abstract: A method for treating skin of a person is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin of the person a composition comprising an effective amount of an aqueous, alcoholic, or aqueous-alcoholic extract from Bougainvillea glabra, wherein the composition reduces tyrosinase activity or melanin production in the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines
  • COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING KAKADU PLUM EXTRACT OR ACAI BERRY EXTRACT
    Publication number: 20230051886
    Abstract: A method of topically applying a composition to skin is disclosed. The composition can include an acai berry fruit extract, water, glycerin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, dimethicone, tocopheryl acetate, carbomer, and citric acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2022
    Publication date: February 16, 2023
    Inventors: David GAN, Michelle HINES, Javier ARAVENA, Brian JONES
  • Topical skin care formulations comprising plant extracts
    Patent number: 11576854
    Abstract: A method of moisturizing skin of a person is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin of the person a composition comprising an effective amount of an aqueous, alcoholic, or aqueous-alcoholic extract from Parkia biglobosa, wherein the composition moisturizes the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2023
    Assignee: MARY KAY INC.
    Inventors: Tiffany Florence, David Gan, Michelle Hines