Patents by Inventor Véronique Ferrari

Véronique Ferrari 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).

  • Publication number: 20040141941
    Abstract: Use of a mascara composition comprising at least one structuring polymer chosen from polymers of following formula (I): 1 in which n denotes a number of amide units, such that the number of ester groups represents from 10% to 50% of the total number of ester and amide groups; R1 is, in each case, independently an alkyl or alkenyl group having at least 4 carbon atoms; R2 independently represents, in each case, a C4 to C42 hydrocarbonaceous group, provided that 50% of the R2 groups represent a C30 to C42 hydrocarbonaceous group; R3 independently represents, in each case, an organic group provided with at least 2 carbon atoms, with hydrogen atoms and optionally with one or more oxygen or nitrogen atoms; and R4 independently represents, in each case, a hydrogen atom, a C1 to C10 alkyl group or a direct bond to R3 or another R4, so that the nitrogen atom to which both R3 and R4 are bonded forms part of a heterocyclic structure defined by R4-N-R3, with at least 50% of the R4 groups representing a hydrogen at
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2003
    Publication date: July 22, 2004
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Roberto Cavazzuti, Veronique Ferrari, Brian Mattox, Carlos O. Pinzon, Paul Thau
  • Publication number: 20040131647
    Abstract: A physiologically acceptable composition containing at least one liquid fatty phase which comprises at least one structuring polymer having a polymer skeleton which comprises at least one hydrocarbon-based repeating unit comprising at least one hetero atom; and at least one inert filler. Said polymer is in particular a polyamide. This composition is more specifically an anhydrous lip composition or an anhydrous foundation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2003
    Publication date: July 8, 2004
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Richard Koldziej, Carlos O. Pinzon, Paul Thau
  • Publication number: 20040126350
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a composition comprising in a physiologically acceptable medium at least one phenylsilicone oil of high viscosity and at least one non-volatile hydrocarbon oil having a molecular mass of more than 500 g/mol. The composition possesses at least one good property chosen from staying power, gloss, and comfort.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2003
    Publication date: July 1, 2004
    Inventors: Xavier Blin, Veronique Ferrari
  • Publication number: 20040086478
    Abstract: The invention relates to a physiologically acceptable, in particular cosmetic, composition comprising at least one liquid fatty phase comprising at least one volatile solvent, the liquid fatty phase begin structured by at least one polymer with a weight-average molecular mass of less than or equal to 100 000, comprising a) a polymer backbone having hydrocarbonaceous repeat units provided with at least one heteroatom and b) optionally functionalized pendant and/or end fatty chains having from 6 to 120 carbon atoms which are bonded to these units, the liquid fatty phase and the polymer forming a physiologically acceptable medium. This composition is provided in particular in the form of a stick of lipstick, the application of which results in a notable glossy and transfer-free layer with good hold over time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2001
    Publication date: May 6, 2004
    Inventor: Veronique Ferrari
  • Publication number: 20030185780
    Abstract: The invention relates to a physiologically acceptable composition, in particular a cosmetic composition, containing at least one liquid fatty phase comprising at least one structuring polymer comprising a polymer skeleton having hydrocarbon-based repeating units containing at least one hetero atom, and and at least one gelling agent for the said fatty phase, the liquid fatty phase, the structuring polymer and the gelling agent forming a physiologically acceptable medium. This composition may be in the form of a stick of lipstick which is stable, which does not exude and whose application produces a glossy deposit with good staying power over time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2002
    Publication date: October 2, 2003
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Carlos O. Pinzon, Paul Thau
  • Publication number: 20030170188
    Abstract: A physiologically acceptable composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising a liquid fatty phase comprising at least one silicone oil, structured with a polymer with a weight-average molecular mass ranging from 500 to 500 000, comprising at least one moiety comprising:
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2002
    Publication date: September 11, 2003
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Jean Mondet
  • Publication number: 20030161848
    Abstract: A physiologically acceptable composition containing at least one liquid fatty phase which comprises at least one structuring polymer having a polymer skeleton which comprises at least one hydrocarbon-based repeating unit comprising at least one hetero atom; and at least one inert filler. Said polymer is in particular a polyamide. This composition is more specifically an anhydrous lip composition or an anhydrous foundation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2003
    Publication date: August 28, 2003
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Richard Koldziej, Carlos O. Pinzon, Paul Thau
  • Publication number: 20030147837
    Abstract: Structured compositions comprising at least one liquid fatty phase structured with at least one structuring polymer and at least one solid substance that has a melting point of about 45° C. This invention may be in the form of stable sticks and may give a non-migrating deposit when applied.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2003
    Publication date: August 7, 2003
    Inventors: Roberto Cavazzuti, Veronique Ferrari, Brian Mattox, Carlos O Pinzon, Paul Thau
  • Publication number: 20030068344
    Abstract: A process for cosmetically making-up the skin and/or the lips and/or integuments of a human being, which comprises:
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2002
    Publication date: April 10, 2003
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Caroline Lebre, Pascal Arnaud
  • Publication number: 20030068348
    Abstract: A physiologically acceptable composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising a liquid fatty phase comprising at least one silicone oil, structured with at least one polymer chosen from homopolymers and copolymers with a weight-average molecular mass ranging from 500 to 500 000, comprising at least one moiety comprising:
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2002
    Publication date: April 10, 2003
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Jean Mondet
  • Publication number: 20030039621
    Abstract: A cosmetic make-up product containing a first and a second composition, the first composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, dispersed polymer particles surface-stabilized with a stabilizer in a liquid organic phase and a coloring agent, and the second composition comprising a second physiologically acceptable medium.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2002
    Publication date: February 27, 2003
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Pascal Arnaud, Laure Le Chaux, Veronique Ferrari, Caroline Lebre
  • Publication number: 20030021756
    Abstract: A composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one liquid fatty phase structured by at least one semi-crystalline polymer having an organic structure, wherein said polymer is solid at ambient temperature; and particles that are solid at ambient temperature and are dispersed in said medium, wherein the particles can be introduced into the medium in the form of a colloidal dispersion. This composition can be provided in the form of a stick which deposits, on a keratinous substance, such as the lips, a glossy, nonsticky, and covering film.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2002
    Publication date: January 30, 2003
    Inventor: Veronique Ferrari
  • Publication number: 20020197220
    Abstract: A composition comprising at least one liquid fatty phase structured by at least one semi-crystalline polymer having a low melting point and an organic structure, wherein said polymer is solid at ambient temperature, has a melting temperature of less than 50° C., and comprises a) a polymer backbone and b) at least one crystallizable organic side chain and/or one crystallizable organic block that forms part of the polymer backbone of said polymer, wherein said polymer has a number-average molecular mass of greater than 2 000, and wherein the liquid fatty phase and the polymer form a physiologically acceptable medium. This composition is provided in the form of a stick, for example, which deposits, on keratinous substances such as the lips, a glossy, nonsticky and covering film.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2002
    Publication date: December 26, 2002
    Inventors: Jean Mondet, Veronique Ferrari
  • Publication number: 20020192168
    Abstract: The invention relates to a nail polish composition comprising at least one liquid organic phase comprising at least one volatile organic solvent, the liquid organic phase being structured by at least one polymer with a weight-average molecular mass of less than or equal to 100 000 comprising a) a polymer backbone having hydrocarbonaceous repeat units which are provided with at least one heteroatom and optionally b) optionally functionalized pendent and/or end fatty chains which have from 6 to 120 carbon atoms and which are bonded to these units. This composition is provided in particular in the form of a nail polish stick.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2002
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Inventors: Xavier Blin, Veronique Ferrari, Frederic Auguste
  • Publication number: 20020172696
    Abstract: The invention relates to a physiologically acceptable composition, especially a cosmetic composition, containing at least one liquid fatty phase comprising at least one fluoro oil, the liquid fatty phase being structured with at least one polymer with a weight-average molecular mass of less than 1,000,000, in particular ranging from 1,000 to 30,000, comprising a) a polymer skeleton having hydrocarbon-based repeating units containing at least one hetero atom, and b) pendent and/or terminal fatty chains that are optionally functionalized, containing from 6 to 120 carbon atoms and being linked to these hydrocarbon-based units, the liquid fatty phase and the polymer forming a physiologically acceptable medium. This composition is especially in the form of a stick of lipstick which, when applied, gives a noteworthy glossy, non-sticky deposit that has good staying power over time and is transfer-resistant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2002
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Inventor: Veronique Ferrari
  • Publication number: 20020164297
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, for caring for or making up the skin and/or integuments and/or the lips, which may be in the form of a cast product comprising a physiologically acceptable medium containing at least one liquid fatty phase, a colloidal dispersion of particles that are solid at ambient temperature, and especially colored, and a dispersion of polymer particles that are surface-stabilized in the said liquid fatty phase with a stabilizer. According to the amount of polymer, it is possible to obtain on the skin, integuments or the lips a supple, glossy film that covers well while at the same time is very comfortable to wear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2001
    Publication date: November 7, 2002
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Rolf Klucker
  • Patent number: 6402408
    Abstract: A composition, in particular a physiologically acceptable composition, comprising at least one liquid fatty phase structured with at least one structuring polymer comprising a polyamide skeleton comprising ester end groups comprising at least one chain chosen from alkyl and alkenyl chains containing from 4 to 42 carbon atoms, combined with at least one amphiphilic compound with a hydrophilic/lipophilic balance (HLB) value of less than 8. This composition can be in the form of a stick of lipstick, even in the absence of wax, can give good impact strength and, when applied, gives a glossy, non-migrating deposit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: L'Oreal S.A.
    Inventor: Véronique Ferrari
  • Patent number: 6338858
    Abstract: An aqueous solid topical composition comprising a matrix, i.e., an aqueous solid matrix, having the appearance of a gel and possessing the following rheological profile: an initial viscosity at rest V0 sufficient to form a solid composition, preferably ranging from 50,000 to 1,000,000 Pa·s, said viscosity V0 being stable up to a shear strain C1, a viscosity V2 after shear at a strain C2 for which the ratio V0/V2 is greater than or equal to 1000:1, the difference C2-C1 being less than or equal to 1000 Pa, and which may be useful as a make-up, styling, body hygiene or care composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2002
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Christine Dupuis, Henri Samain, Véronique Roulier, Véronique Ferrari
  • Publication number: 20010031280
    Abstract: A physiologically acceptable composition, in particular a cosmetic composition, comprising at least one liquid fatty phase which comprises (i) at least one structuring polymer having a polymer skeleton which comprises at least one hydrocarbon-based repeating unit comprising at least one hetero atom; and (ii) at least one pasty fatty substance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2000
    Publication date: October 18, 2001
    Inventors: Veronique Ferrari, Veronique Jacques
  • Patent number: 6251413
    Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological composition comprising, in an aqueous phase: i) a water-soluble or water-dispersible terephthalic copolyester oligomer comprising dicarboxylate repeat units of formula (I): [—CO—A—CO—O—(CH2—CH2O)n—]  (I) wherein A is 1,4-phenylene and sulfo-1,3-phenylene groups, n ranges from 1 to 4, at least 35 mol % of said units of formula (I) are units of formula (I), wherein A is a 1,4-phenylene group and n is equal to 1, at least 7 mol % of said units of formula (I) are units of formula (I), wherein A is a sulfo-1,3-phenylene group, and the weight-average molecular mass of said copolyester oligomer is less than 20,000, and ii) at least one silicone compound as an emulsion in the aqueous phase, and the composition is intended for making up keratinous substances.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2001
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Véronique Ferrari, Valérie de la Poterie