Abstract: A method for producing low-VOC fragranced hydrogel spheres of improved optical clarity and fragrance delivery is described and comprises the steps of combining a stable oil-in-water fragrance microemulsion absent co-solvents with a coarse dry granular, super-absorbent, hydrogel-forming copolymer. The resulting discrete hydrogel spheres have transparent optical beauty and liberate fragrance into an environment leaving behind only a small amount of emulsifier once evaporated. The air freshener produced by the disclosed method provides decoration in a home when the spheres are placed in a decorative jar.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device consisting of an implement configured with a piercing mechanism that allows the user to make a uniform opening in the package through which the fluid inside can dispense. In one embodiment, the implement is configured with an affixing mechanism for affixing the implement to a surface. In another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the implement is configured to pierce and house the packet during pretreatment.

Abstract: A composition for reducing fabric wrinkles is provided that generally comprises a silicone compound, a wetting agent, a drying agent, a liquid carrier, and a fragrance. The composition is preferably water clear, provides wrinkle reduction in a variety of fabrics, and is rapidly evaporated from the fabric. In accordance with one aspect of an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the wrinkle reducing composition does not employ a fragrance solubilizing agent.