And Application Of Heat Patents (Class 132/206)
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Publication number: 20140230842Abstract: A process for treating keratin fibres may include applying a hair treatment composition to the keratin fibres. The composition may comprise at least one of fatty substances, surfactants, polymers with a glass transition temperature (Tg) ranging from about 40° C. to about 150° C., oxidation dye precursors, and direct dyes. The process may also include inserting the keratin fibres into a device comprising two elements that are moveable relative to each other between an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, the two elements may define a substantially leaktight closed space. The process may further include moving the two elements into the closed position to confine the keratin fibres in the closed space, and heating the keratin fibres to a temperature ranging from about 40° C. to about 250° C. while the keratin fibres are confined in the closed space.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2012Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Eric Parris, Gabin Vic
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Publication number: 20140202485Abstract: Described are personal care compositions, comprising water, a methylcellulose that gels at 45C or less, and at least one one hair fixative polymer, moisturizer, conditioner, humectant, cationic conditioning polymer, anti-aging active, or sun care active.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: July 24, 2014Applicants: UNION CARBIDE CHEMICALS & PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY LLC, ROHM AND HAAS COMPANYInventors: Miao Wang, Susan L. Jordan
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Publication number: 20140196741Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for treating straightened keratin fibres, in which a composition comprising at least one carboxylic acid in its acid or salified form, the pH being greater than 8, is applied to the straightened keratin fibres.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2012Publication date: July 17, 2014Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Julien Cabourg, Gregory Plos, Laetitia Feuillette
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Publication number: 20140186270Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, at least one silicone-organic polymer hybrid compound; at least one nonionic film forming polymer; at least one amphoteric film forming polymer; and a neutralizer. The present invention also relates to methods for imparting shape to or maintaining the shape of hair wherein the composition provides style memory, strong hold and good shine, while at the same time, providing smoothness and a natural feel to the hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2012Publication date: July 3, 2014Inventors: Aziza SULEIMAN, Clarissa NOGUEIRA
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Publication number: 20140137884Abstract: A composition and method for reducing the drying time of wet hair by about 20 to about 30 percent includes applying a silicone-free, non-aqueous composition comprising about 90 to about 96 percent by weight of a volatile hydrocarbon mixture comprising C13-C16 isoparaffin, C12-C14 isoparaffin; and C13-C15 alkane; about 2 to about 3 percent by weight of ppg-3 benzyl ether myristate; about 0.001 to about 0.01 percent by weight of a sodium laneth 40-maleate/styrene sulfonate copolymer; and about 0.01 to about 0.5 percent by weight of an emollient mixture comprising isostearic acid, sorbitan oleate, cocoyl hydrolyzed keratin and heat to wet hair, thereby removing from about 85% to about 100% of water added to the hair during washing.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2013Publication date: May 22, 2014Applicant: KENRA PROFESSIONAL, LLCInventor: Thomas A. Lehman
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Publication number: 20140102468Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hair styling composition and methods of using the composition, wherein the composition comprises: (a) an aqueous dispersion containing: (i) at least one solid wax particle having a particle size ranging from equal to or greater than 1 micron to about 100 microns and comprising at least one wax having a melting point of greater than 35° C.; (ii) a surfactant mixture comprising at least one nonionic surfactant and at least one ionic surfactant; and (iii) water; and (b) at least one cosmetically acceptable carrier.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 17, 2014Inventors: Bradford Joseph Pistorio, Jean-Thierry Simonnet, Jim M. Singer, Henri Samain
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Publication number: 20140105944Abstract: The present invention is directed to an aqueous dispersion comprising: (a) at least one solid wax particle having a particle size ranging from equal to or greater than 1 micron to about 100 microns and comprising at least one wax having a melting point of greater than 35° C.; (b) a surfactant mixture comprising at least one nonionic surfactant and at least one ionic surfactant; (c) at least one volatile solvent; and (d) water. The aqueous dispersion may be employed in compositions capable of delivering benefits to various substrates, for example, keratinous substrates such as skin and hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2012Publication date: April 17, 2014Inventors: Bradford Joseph Pistorio, Jean-Thierry Simonnet, Jim M. Singer
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Patent number: 8678018Abstract: A method of conditioning hair and reconditioning hair color comprising mixing hair conditioning solution with water to achieve a nearly full suspension of the hair conditioning solution in water, thereby producing a conditioner/water mixture. The conditioner/water mixture is heated to a temperature of at least 150° Fahrenheit. The conditioner/water mixture is applied to the hair.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2009Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Inventor: Don W. Brown
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Publication number: 20140014130Abstract: A hair care composition comprising: a crosslinking component comprising an inorganic fluoride; and a conditioning component, wherein the composition has a ratio of crosslinking component to conditioning component in the range of about 10:90 to about 95:5.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2013Publication date: January 16, 2014Applicant: ZOTOS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Andrew SAVAIDES, Rushi TASKER, KOMAL LADD, Mona VAIDYA
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Publication number: 20130340785Abstract: The present invention teaches a hair straightening system including formulations that will safely and effectively straighten curly hair for at least 2-3 months after a single application, despite frequent washings of the hair. Methods for obtaining said formulations are disclosed. Hair straightening systems including shampoo and one or more conditioners are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2012Publication date: December 26, 2013Inventors: Marc Michael Baum, Janelle Marie Baum
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Publication number: 20130306096Abstract: A hair care composition containing inorganic fluoride for straightening, smoothing, and/or relaxing hair, and a method for using the hair care composition a hair care composition containing an inorganic fluoride for straightening, smoothing, defrizzing, curling and/or relaxing of hair, and its method of use in a variety of hair care products, e.g., straightener solution, shampoo, conditioner, color binding treatment, volumizing treatment, a combination thereof, etc. The hair care composition is formaldehyde-free, even when heated.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2013Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: ZOTOS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Andrew SAVAIDES, Rushi TASKER, Komal MANN, Mona VAIDYA
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Publication number: 20130306097Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the permanent reshaping and in particular straightening of keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres, such as the hair, comprising a stage of application, to the keratinous fibres, of a cosmetic composition comprising one or more non-silicone fatty substances in a content of greater than or equal to 40% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the composition, and a stage of heating the keratinous fibres using an iron, after the application of the said cosmetic composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2011Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Anne Bouchara, Gaëlle Petit, Frédéric Guerin, Grégory Plos
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Patent number: 8585306Abstract: A device for applying a cosmetic or for adding finishing touches to makeup, the device comprising a heater member comprising a resistive track that is printed or that is made by etching a coating that is deposited on a substrate, the device comprising a temperature sensor that is disposed level with the heater member, the temperature sensor being in contact with the substrate, in particular in the form of a circuit that is printed or etched on the substrate.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2009Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Nicolas Duru, Denis Befve, Virginie Saget
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Publication number: 20130298933Abstract: The invention concerns a method for straightening keratinous fibers including: (i) a step of applying on the keratinous fibers a hair straightening composition containing at least one polyhydroxylated aromatic compound, (ii) a step of increasing the temperature of the keratinous fibers, using heating means, to a temperature ranging between 110 and 250° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2013Publication date: November 14, 2013Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Gérard MALLE, Philippe BARBARAT
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Publication number: 20130247931Abstract: A hair cosmetic composition comprising components (A) and (B) at a mass ratio of (A)/(B)=0.66 to 9.0: (A) an organopolysiloxane wherein poly(acylalkyleneimine) segments each having a molecular weight of from 1,200 to 5,500 are bound to an organopolysiloxane segment having a molecular weight of from 7,000 to 100,000, the mass ratio of the both segments is from 35/65 to 60/40, and the organopolysiloxane segment between the above-mentioned bonds has a molecular weight of from 1,300 to 5,500, (B) an organopolysiloxane wherein poly(acylalkyleneimine) segments each having a molecular weight of from 800 to 1,600 are bound to an organopolysiloxane segment having a molecular weight of from 10,000 to 100,000, the mass ratio of the both segments is from 65/35 to 82/18, and the organopolysiloxane segment between the above-mentioned bonds has a molecular weight of from 1,500 to 3,500.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2011Publication date: September 26, 2013Applicant: KAO CORPORATIONInventors: Kazuhisa Fukuhara, Tomoyuki Suzawa, Kayoko Kitada, Tetsuya Kawai
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Patent number: 8517034Abstract: Provided is a process for permanently reshaping keratin fibers comprising: a) placing the keratin fibers under mechanical tension by rolling keratin fibers on a tensioning device so as to form curls, b) applying a reducing composition to the keratin fibers, c) individually covering each tensioning device rolled with keratin fibers with a cover comprising at least one heat-insulating material so as to form at least one closed space above the keratin fibers, and e) heating the keratin fibers at a constant temperature ranging from 45 to 250° C., for a period of time ranging from 1 minute to 2 hours, wherein at least one of the tensioning device and the cover comprising at least one heat-insulating material further includes at least one heat source. Also provided is a kit for permanently reshaping keratin fibers.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2009Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Maxime De Boni, Hiroshi Takahashi
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Publication number: 20130167861Abstract: A process for altering the appearance of hair, the process comprising the steps of (a) providing a composition for dyeing and reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair, said composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (i) at least one non-hydroxide base; (ii) at least one protein denaturant different from (a)(i); (iii) at least one dye chosen from oxidative dye precursors and direct dyes; (iv) at least one thickening agent; (v) optionally, at least one alkoxysilane comprising at least one solubilizing functional group; and (vi) optionally, at least one fatty substance; (b) contacting the hair with the composition in (a) to form treated hair; (c) rinsing the treated hair; (d) drying the treated hair; (e) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair to form smoothed hair; (f) optionally, shampooing the smoothed hair; and (g) rinsing the smoothed hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2012Publication date: July 4, 2013Applicant: L'OREAL S.A.Inventors: Gloria LOPEZ, Jeremy PUCO
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Publication number: 20130167860Abstract: A process for reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair comprising: (a) providing a composition for reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair, said composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (i) at least one non-hydroxide base; (ii) at least one protein denaturant different from (a)(i); (iii) at least one alkoxysilane comprising at least one solubilizing functional group; and (iv) optionally, at least one fatty substance; (b) contacting the hair with the composition in (a) to form treated hair; (c) optionally, rinsing the composition in (a) from the treated hair; (d) optionally, contacting the treated hair with a conditioning agent; (e) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair to form smoothed hair; (f) optionally, shampooing the smoothed hair; and (g) rinsing the smoothed hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2011Publication date: July 4, 2013Applicant: L'ORÉAL S.A.Inventors: Jim SINGER, Christine Shin, Sudarat Infahseng, Xiang Zhu, Clarissa Nogueira
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Publication number: 20130152959Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic hair treatment method comprising at least the steps consisting of: a) applying a mechanical tension to said hair, b) exposing said hair under mechanical tension to microwaves, in the presence of a solvent in vapour form in contact with said hair, without complete drying of the hair during microwave exposure, the solvent in vapour form being entirely generated by the evaporation of a compound which is present, before emission of the microwaves, in contact with the treated hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2011Publication date: June 20, 2013Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Gilles Genain, Gabin Vic, Stefania Nuzzo, Marie Muller
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Publication number: 20130146080Abstract: This invention relates to methods and compositions for imparting memory effects onto biosurfaces, such as hair, by using shape memory polymers. This invention also relates to kits containing shape memory polymers that are useful for styling hair. The methods, compositions, and kits of the invention permit a user to recover an original hairstyle after it has been disheveled by exposing the hair to an external stimulus, such as heat.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2012Publication date: June 13, 2013Applicant: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.Inventor: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.
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Publication number: 20130146079Abstract: This invention relates to methods and compositions for imparting memory effects onto biosurfaces, such as hair, by using shape memory polymers. This invention also relates to kits containing shape memory polymers that are useful for styling hair. The methods, compositions, and kits of the invention permit a user to recover an original hairstyle after it has been disheveled by exposing the hair to an external stimulus, such as heat.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2012Publication date: June 13, 2013Applicant: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.Inventor: Avon Products, Inc.
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Publication number: 20130139845Abstract: The invention concerns a method for straightening keratinous fibers including: (i) a step of applying on the keratinous fibers a hair straightening composition containing at least one alpha-hydroxy and/or keto acid derivative, the pH of said composition being not more than 9 (ii) a step of increasing the temperature of the keratinous fibers, using heating means, to a temperature ranging between 110 and 250° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2013Publication date: June 6, 2013Applicant: L'OREAL S.A.Inventor: L'OREAL S.A.
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Publication number: 20130139844Abstract: The invention concerns a method for straightening keratinous fibers including: (i) a step of applying on the keratinous fibers a hair straightening composition containing at least one alpha-hydroxy and/or keto acid derivative, the pH of said composition being not more than 9 (ii) a step of increasing the temperature of the keratinous fibers, using heating means, to a temperature ranging between 110 and 250° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2013Publication date: June 6, 2013Applicant: L'OREAL S.A.Inventor: L'oreal S.A.
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Publication number: 20130118520Abstract: The invention relates to a treatment of human hair by means of solutions of Glyoxylic acid that, when used in combination with mechanical straightening by means of hair-straigthening irons set at a temperature of approximately 200° C. +/?30° C., allow for semipermanently changing the shape of hair from curly and/or frizzy to straight for at least six consecutive washings with water and shampoo.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2011Publication date: May 16, 2013Inventor: Alderano Mannozzi
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Publication number: 20130112220Abstract: Composition for making up and/or caring for keratin fibres, comprising fibres that are capable of changing in length and/or shape in response to an external stimulus.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2011Publication date: May 9, 2013Applicant: L'OREALInventor: Guillaume Kergosien
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Patent number: 8413666Abstract: A method to gently and permanently relax or straighten hair utilizes a protease enzyme, and preferably the enzyme kerA. The hair is optionally treated with a swelling agent, after which it is treated with the enzyme in an aqueous solution. The hair is then physically manipulated, such as by ironing, to remove unwanted curl, wave, and or kink. The enzyme has the ability to cleave inter-peptide bonds, allowing the hair fiber to be relaxed or straightened with less damage to the fiber than would have occurred using traditional or existing straightening methods.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2009Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Assignee: Beilis Development, LLCInventor: Richard A. Presti
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Publication number: 20130074862Abstract: A process for straightening or relaxing hair involving the steps of: (a) pre-alkalizing the hair by contacting it with an alkaline composition having a pH of from about 8.0 to about 10.5 to form pre-alkalized hair; (b) optionally, rinsing the alkaline composition from the pre-alkalized hair; (c) providing a hair straightening/relaxing composition containing: (i) from about 0.1 to about 50% by weight of at least one weak non-hydroxide base; and (ii) remainder, to 100%, a cosmetically acceptable medium, all weights based on the weight of the hair straightening/relaxing composition; (d) contacting the hair with the hair straightening/relaxing composition to form treated hair; (e) optionally, rinsing the hair straightening/relaxing composition from the treated hair; (f) optionally, contacting the treated hair with a non-volatile oil; and (g) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2012Publication date: March 28, 2013Applicant: L'OREALInventors: David W. CANNELL, Cynthia Chong ESPINO, Nghi Van NGUYEN, Gilles GENAIN
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Publication number: 20130000661Abstract: A hair fiber treating method not containing a fixing step, comprising, applying to the hair fibers at least one reducing composition, free of ceramide, comprising at least one reducing agent; and raising the temperature of the hair fibers using a heating iron at temperature of at least 60° C., wherein the temperature of the hair fibers are raised before or after the hair fiber are optionally rinsed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2012Publication date: January 3, 2013Inventors: Thomas Fondin, Anne Sabbagh
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Publication number: 20120312317Abstract: The process of the invention provides for a preventive hair treatment with buffering agent, in particular glyoxylic acid in combination with mechanical straightening with hair straightening iron at temperature of approximately 200° C.+/?50° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2011Publication date: December 13, 2012Applicant: KAO CORPORATIONInventor: Alderano Mannozzi
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Publication number: 20120269758Abstract: System and method for styling hair, characterized by a composition comprising about 1 to about 10 wt % of cysteamine, or a cosmetically acceptable derivative thereof as a primary reducing agent; and a composition comprising about 0.01% to about 2 wt. % of hydrogen peroxide, a cationic silicone compound, and a fatty acid ester.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2011Publication date: October 25, 2012Inventors: Paul Alfred Cornwell, Phillip Michael Green, Marie Whatmough, Franz-Josef Wortmann
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Publication number: 20120255574Abstract: A composition comprising polymer PX, wherein polymer PX comprises a moiety of formula selected from the group consisting of: Formula 1, Formula 2 and a combination of Formula 1 and Formula 2: wherein Rx comprises a group according to Formula 3: wherein Ry and Rz are, independently, any suitable atom or moiety; and Ri is an electron-withdrawing functional group; and wherein polymer PX comprises at least one direct crosslink, wherein the direct crosslink is a direct covalent bond between the C? of the polymer PX and a second C? of a polymer PX, and wherein said direct crosslink comprises no intermediary atom. Also inter alia a cosmetic composition, a hairstyling composition, a method of styling hair, the use of the composition, a kit and a process for crosslinking.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2012Publication date: October 11, 2012Applicant: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Andreas FLOHR, Thomas Kripp
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Publication number: 20120247500Abstract: A process for the cosmetic treatment of hair during an operation for permanently reshaping the hair, comprising a step of applying a composition comprising a silicone functionalized with one or more mercapto groups having a molecular weight of less than 10,000, and also to the use of this process and to a particular composition comprising the functionalized silicone.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2010Publication date: October 4, 2012Inventors: Gregory Plos, Patrice Lerda, Anne Bouchara
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Publication number: 20120240954Abstract: The invention describes the use of ester oil for haircare, particularly during the reduction stage, when perming hair, to corresponding perming agents and to a method for perming hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2012Publication date: September 27, 2012Inventors: Winfried Emmerling, Birgit Rautenberg-Groth
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Patent number: 8273334Abstract: Disclosed is a method and composition for transforming hair. The composition is a dual composition that is useful to curl or straighten hair. The composition also repairs hair. The reducing solution includes monoethanolamine and thioglycolic acid and is essentially ammonium hydroxide free.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2009Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Farouk Systems, Inc.Inventor: Farouk Shami
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Patent number: 8273335Abstract: A method of styling hair comprising the step of applying to the hair a composition comprising an oligosaccharide comprising mannitol.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2008Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Susan Pye, Prem Kumar Cheyalazhagan Paul
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Publication number: 20120199155Abstract: Cosmetic product containing at least one polyamide that is a reaction product of at least one dimerized fatty acid and at least one diamino compound. The product is suitable for creating hairstyles that can be remodeled.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2012Publication date: August 9, 2012Inventors: Matthias Schweinsberg, Oliver Kuhnert, Luca Marchese
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Publication number: 20120192888Abstract: The invention relates to a process for straightening keratin fibres, comprising: (i) a step in which a straightening composition containing at least two denaturing agents is applied to the keratin fibres, (ii) a step in which the temperature of the keratin fibres is raised, using a heating means, to a temperature of between 110 and 250° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2012Publication date: August 2, 2012Applicant: L 'Oréal S.A.,Inventors: Michel Philippe, Gérard Malle, Philippe Barbarat
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Publication number: 20120192887Abstract: A process for treating hair fibers comprising: applying to the hair fibers at least one cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one polysiloxane/polyurea block copolymer; and subsequently or simultaneously heating the hair fibers at a temperature ranging from 50 to 280° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2012Publication date: August 2, 2012Inventors: Gabin VIC, Gaëlle BRUN, Luc GOURLAOUEN
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Publication number: 20120186596Abstract: A hair straightening topical composition comprising transglutaminase and polylysine, which act to form a surface barrier film and moisture shield around human hair. The transglutaminase also contributes to hair straightening. The composition also comprises one or more additional hair straightening agents, other than TGase, that are capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair, preferably sodium metabisulfite and/or tourmaline. The invention includes compositions that may be washed out of the hair after straightening has occurred, and compositions that are intended to remain in the hair for additional or extended benefits. The invention includes methods of using a topical composition that is capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2011Publication date: July 26, 2012Inventors: Jean Harry Xavier, Geoffrey Hawkins, Thomas Mammone, Lavinia C. Popescu
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Publication number: 20120186597Abstract: Improved hair straightening topical compositions comprising transglutaminase, sodium metabisulfite, and a system for stabilizing the pH of the composition, and for inhibiting the generation of sulfur dioxide. Optionally, one or more additional hair straightening agents, that are capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair may be included. Optionally, polylysine may be included which, in combination with TGase, acts to form a surface barrier film and moisture shield around human hair. The invention includes methods of using such topical compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2011Publication date: July 26, 2012Inventors: Geoffrey Hawkins, Jean Harry Xavier, Lavinia C. Popescu, Jennifer Marie Recine, Christina Lynn Marrone
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Publication number: 20120145177Abstract: Hair treatments including a reactive amino-modified silicone elastomeric waterborne-emulsion and/or a waterborne hydrophilic silicone copolymer are provided. Methods include using the hair treatments alone, in conjunction with each other, and in combination with other hair care products, such as shampoo or hair color. Hair is protected against color loss, heat, humidity, chemicals, and frizz while shine, smoothness, and manageability are increased.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2011Publication date: June 14, 2012Applicant: Unique Hair Solutions, LLC.Inventors: Thomas Thompson, James T. Thompson
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Publication number: 20120132224Abstract: A process for straightening or relaxing hair involving the steps of: (a) providing a hair straightening/relaxing composition containing: (i) from about 0.1 to about 50% by weight of at least one weak non-hydroxide base; and (ii) remainder, to 100%, a cosmetically acceptable medium, all weights based on the weight of the hair straightening/relaxing composition; (b) contacting the hair with the hair straightening/relaxing composition to form treated hair; (c) optionally, rinsing the hair straightening/relaxing composition from the treated hair; (d) optionally, contacting the treated hair with a non-volatile oil; and (e) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2012Publication date: May 31, 2012Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Nghi Van Nguyen, David W. Cannell, Cynthia Chong Espino, Sawa Hashimoto
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Publication number: 20120125358Abstract: A hair shaping topical composition comprising materials that emit electromagnetic radiation at wavelengths that affect tertiary structure (breaking of disulfide) bonds in human hair, and that bring about changes in secondary structure of hair proteins. The intensity of the radiation is controlled and sufficient to cause or facilitate altering of protein structure. The invention includes methods of using such topical compositions. Testing indicates that the hair reshaping is permanent and there is no damage to hair of the type characteristic of chemical treatments.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2010Publication date: May 24, 2012Inventors: Geoffrey Hawkins, Vasile Ionita-Manzatu, Barbara Anne Wolf, Lavinia C. Popescu, Jack Lombardi
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Publication number: 20120093755Abstract: Compositions, formulations, kits and methods for temporarily or semi-permanently transforming the shape of individual hair filaments or keratinous fibers (curling, waving or straightening) by applying no heat or heat below about 300° F. to prevent damage to the keratinous fibers.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2011Publication date: April 19, 2012Applicant: MANEWORX INC.Inventors: James HUMPHREYS, Jospeh SHERMAN
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Patent number: 8114392Abstract: Method for smoothing fibers containing keratin, in particular human hair. Fibers are subjected to a thermal treatment and to a treatment with an agent containing at least one conditioning compound selected from cationic polymers, quaternary ammonium compounds, silicones and protein hydrolyzates. The invention also relates to the use of an agent containing at least one of the conditioning compounds concerned in said method for smoothing fibers containing keratin. The inventive method achieves an excellent, uniform smoothing of the fibers, which are also conditioned.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2010Date of Patent: February 14, 2012Assignee: Henkel AG & Co. KGaAInventors: Burkhard Müller, Aaltje Schellin, Inge Neubüser
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Publication number: 20120031421Abstract: In one aspect, a method for achieving and semi-permanently retaining a hairstyle is provided. This method allows achieving a hairstyle and recovering it after shampooing hair. In another aspect, a kit comprising a film-forming composition and a coating composition is provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Inventors: Randy Purnell WASHINGTON, Jose Antonio Carballada, Stephanie Lee Davis, Faiz Fiesal Sherman, Grant Edward Anders Striemer
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Publication number: 20120031420Abstract: A formulation is disclosed useful for semi-permanent, thermal conditioning and styling of the hair comprising a mercaptosilicone polymer derived from greater than 25 mole percent mercaptosilicone monomer. A method of straightening the hair is also disclosed which comprises the steps of applying the mercaptosilicone polymer formula to the hair and then styling the hair at an elevated temperature with a flat iron to achieve a lasting straight style that remains after more than one shampoo cycle.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Inventors: John GORMLEY, David GRANATELL, Glenn BAIRD
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Publication number: 20110265810Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair care composition which includes a volatile hydrocarbon-containing component; a non-volatile hydrocarbon-containing component; and an oil-soluble polymer component. The present invention also relates to a method for forming a hydrophobic barrier on hair to render the hair substantially resistant to moisture absorption which includes treating wet or damp hair with the hair care composition and applying heat to the treated hair. The hair care composition and method of the present invention is effective to reduce hair frizz and maintain a desired hair conformation.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2011Publication date: November 3, 2011Applicant: PHILIP PELUSI PHYTOLINK 4.0, INC.Inventors: PHILIP P. PELUSI, FREDERICK H. BURMEISTER
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Publication number: 20110240053Abstract: This disclosure relates to personal grooming apparatus that include coatings on the surface thereof that incorporate static dissipative additives that reduce the static build-up in the hair of users as compared to conventional apparatus. Other aspects of the present disclosure relate to methods for producing such apparatus, and methods for grooming the hair of an individual.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2010Publication date: October 6, 2011Applicant: ROVCAL, INC.Inventors: Maciej Murzynski, David W. Everett
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Publication number: 20110240052Abstract: A composition for permanent shaping and/or straightening hair is based on at least one reducing agent further comprising an aqueous emulsion of divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer with an internal phase viscosity of more than 1×108 mm2/s measured at 0.01 Hz and at about 25° C.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2009Publication date: October 6, 2011Inventors: Jonathan Wood, Alexandra Hullmann, Mustafa Grit