Abstract: Methods for making clear stick antiperspirant compositions and products are provided herein. In one example, a method for making a clear stick antiperspirant composition comprises the steps of providing a solvent carrier at substantially below room temperature to define a cool solvent carrier. A gelling agent comprising dibenzylidene sorbitol is incorporated into the cool solvent carrier to form a solvent/DBS premix. An active antiperspirant compound and the solvent/DBS premix are combined.

Abstract: Disclosed is cosmetic or dermatological preparation which comprises one or more antiperspirant substances and one or more cationic surfactants.

Abstract: Disclosed is cosmetic or dermatological preparation which is present as an aerosol spray and comprises one or more antiperspirant substances and one or more cationic surfactants.

Abstract: A method of producing an anhydrous antiperspirant composition comprising (a) providing a mixture of at least one antiperspirant active including a metal salt, and an anhydrous carrier for the at least one antiperspirant active in which the at least one antiperspirant active is dissolved, the carrier comprising a eutectic mixture of at least one basic compound selected from a basic amide and a basic amine and at least one member chosen from a cation and zwitterion; and (b) heating the mixture to form a stabilized eutectic system of the at least one antiperspirant active and the anhydrous carrier. Also, an anhydrous antiperspirant composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a cosmetic composition for controlling perspiration and odor. Despite being free of volatile silicones—which have garnered a bad reputation due to their ecotoxicity and bioaccumulability in aquatic species—the composition of the instant disclosure replicates the textural and sensorial benefits provided by the use of volatile silicones like cyclotetrasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane and cyclohexasiloxane.

Abstract: Nanocomposite compositions forming mixed clathrates and methods for using such compositions for entrapping guest moieties such as malodors, molds and cells are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides for cosmetic and personal care compositions comprising a synthetic magnesium aluminosilicate clay. The synthetic magnesium aluminosilicate clay is formed at ambient pressure by a series of reaction steps and a pH change from acidic pH to basic pH. The characteristics of the magnesium aluminosilicate clay, including platelet size, degree of stacking, and porosity can be tuned depending on the cosmetic or personal care product desired. In addition, these cosmetic and personal care compositions optionally include one or more of the following components: odor controlling agents, skin protectants, diluents, lipophilic skin health benefit agents, sunscreens, humectants, emollients, slip compounds, and moisturizers.

Abstract: The subject-matter of the invention is a cosmetic method for scenting a human keratinous substance which consists in applying, to the said substance, a scenting composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least 0.3% by weight of at least one scenting substance and at least particles of an expanded amorphous mineral material and in particular of an expanded amorphous mineral material resulting from at least one volcanic rock and more particularly expanded perlite particles. Another subject-matter of the present invention is a cosmetic method for treating human body odors, in particular axillary odors, which consists in applying, to the surface of the skin, an effective amount of the said composition. The invention relates to specific scenting compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: a) at least 0.3% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the composition, of a scenting substance; b) at least the said particles.

Abstract: Antiperspirant compositions comprising: (a) from about 0.1% to about 30% by weight of the composition, of a high-efficacy antiperspirant active; (b) from about 0.1% to about 35% by weight of the composition, of a thickening agent; (c) from about 10% to about 99% by weight of the composition, of an anhydrous liquid carrier; (d) from about 5 ppm to about 20% by weight of the composition, of a primary fragrance; and (e) from at least about 5 ppm by weight of the composition, of a secondary fragrance that is distinct from the primary fragrance and is included in a surfactant-free, water-releasable matrix, which renders the secondary fragrance within the matrix substantially odorless prior to aqueous activation, wherein the antiperspirant composition is substantially devoid of a malodor reducing agent.

Abstract: An aluminum salt composition comprising an aluminum chlorohydrate having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of about 0.3:1 to about 3:1, exhibiting a SEC chronatogram having a SEC Peak 4 to Peak 3 intensity ratio of at least 7, a SEC Peak 3 area of less than 5% of a total area of Peaks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 in the SEC chromatogram, and a Peak 4 intensity greater than a Peak 5 intensity in aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a cosmetic composition for controlling perspiration and odor. Despite being free of volatile silicones—which have garnered a bad reputation due to their ecotoxicity and bioaccumulability in aquatic species—the composition of the instant disclosure replicates the textural and sensorial benefits provided by the use of volatile silicones like cyclotetrasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane and cyclohexasiloxane.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a deodorant cosmetic composition comprising: (a) at least one lipophilic salicylic acid derivative of formula (I) below, or a salt thereof: (b) at least one antiperspirant aluminum salt; in an (a)/(b) weight ratio of less than 1/20. The invention also relates to a cosmetic process for treating human perspiration and human body odor, in particular underarm perspiration and underarm odor, using this composition. The invention relates to the use of a combination of at least (a) one lipophilic salicylic acid derivative of formula (I), or a salt thereof, and of at least (b) one antiperspirant aluminum salt, in an (a)/(b) weight ratio of less than 1/20, as a deodorant active agent in a cosmetic composition.

Abstract: An antimicrobial composition is provided having a mole ratio of equivalents of silver ion to equivalents of anion of greater than 1. The invention further relates to antimicrobial compositions composed of silver ions and silver salt particles. Also provided are methods for using the compositions of the invention for the treatment of a subject, and methods for conferring antimicrobial protection to an object.

Abstract: Antiperspirant compositions include at least one antiperspirant active substance, at least 5 wt. % free water and 0.5-15 wt. % 4-dimethylolcyclohexane.

Abstract: A method of making an antiperspirant active composition comprising: heating an aqueous solution containing an aluminum salt having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of about 0.3:1 to about 3:1, optionally with a buffer agent, at a temperature of about 50° C. to about 95° C. to reflux for a period of time of about 1 hour to about 5 hours to obtain an aluminum salt solution; adding an aqueous solution of an inorganic base to obtain an aluminum salt solution having an OH:Al molar ratio of about 2:1 to about 2.6:1 to obtain a pH adjusted aluminum salt solution having a pH of about 2 to about 5; and optionally adding an aqueous solution containing a zirconium compound to the pH adjusted aluminum salt solution to thereby obtain an aluminum-zirconium salt solution having a molar ratio of aluminum to zirconium of about 5:1 to about 10:1.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a deodorant composition comprising a physiologically acceptable water-in-oil emulsion carrier comprising at least one antiperspirant ingredient and at least one semicrystalline polymer having a melting point greater than or equal to 30° C. The disclosure further relates to the use of cosmetic products for topical application to humans, such as deodorant products, and to methods of treating human perspiration and body odors associated with human perspiration. This composition may be in the form of a cosmetic cream having a very pleasant texture on application to the skin.

Abstract: A composition comprising an aluminum chlorohydrate salt, the aluminum chlorohydrate salt having at least 50 mole % Al30 polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cation of all polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cations detectable by quantitative27 Al NMR within the aluminum chlorohydrate salt, and a buffer. The composition can optionally include zirconium. Also disclosed are a method of making an aluminum salt using an increased molar concentration of a starting aluminum salt with a buffer, a method of reducing perspiration with the aluminum chlorohydrate salt, and a method of treating water with the aluminum chlorohydrate salt.

Abstract: An antiperspirant active composition comprising an aluminum salt, the aluminum salt (i) having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of 0.3:1 to 3:1; and (ii) exhibiting an 27Al NMR spectrum with a species distribution including at least 90% A130 polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cation as the predominant species detectable by 27Al NMR within the aluminum salt. The composition can optionally include zirconium. Also disclosed are a method of making an antiperspirant active composition and the use of a heating step at elevated temperature to convert Al13 polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cations in the species detectable by 27Al NMR within an aqueous aluminum salt solution into Al30 polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cations in the species detectable by 27Al NMR without increasing a SEC Peak 3 area in the SEC chromatogram of the aluminum salt.

Abstract: An antiperspirant composition includes an antiperspirant active compound and a particulate opacifying agent. The antiperspirant active compound is based upon an astringent metallic salt. The particulate opacifying agent has a refractive index greater than a comparable antiperspirant composition absent the particulate opacifying agent, provided that a difference in refractive index between the particulate opacifying agent and the comparable antiperspirant composition absent the particulate opacifying agent is less than or equal to about 0.3. An antiperspirant product including a container and the antiperspirant composition disposed in the container is also provided.

Abstract: Silicone-free antiperspirant compositions and methods for fabricating silicone-free antiperspirant compositions are provided. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, an antiperspirant composition includes an active antiperspirant compound, stearyl alcohol, a C14-C16 fatty alcohol, and a carrier fluid. The carrier fluid is composed of a first volatile hydrocarbon component selected from a C12-C14 hydrocarbon, a second volatile hydrocarbon selected from a C13-C16 hydrocarbon, and at least one non-volatile hydrocarbon component.

Abstract: An antiperspirant composition, a product comprising the antiperspirant composition, and a method of making the antiperspirant composition are provided. The antiperspirant composition comprises an active antiperspirant component, a silicone carrier fluid, and a mineral clay mixture treated with a quaternary ammonium compound. The mineral clay mixture comprises (a) a mineral clay chosen from sepiolite, palygorskite, and combinations thereof, and (b) a smectite mineral clay.

Abstract: Embodiments of antiperspirant compositions, products, and methods for making antiperspirant compositions and products are provided herein. The antiperspirant composition comprises an active antiperspirant compound and moisture absorbent particles. The moisture absorbent particles comprise aluminum starch octenylsuccinate and isopropyl titanium triisostearate.

Abstract: Segregation of antiperspirant actives suspended in anhydrous compositions employing ester oils or non-volatile silicone oils having a refractive index of at least 1.5, preferably together with an alcohol oil, gelled with a fibre-forming amide gellant can be inhibited by including a segregation inhibitor, especially an arylene-alkylene block copolymer, such as a tri-block copolymer e.g. a styrene/ethylenebutylene/styrene copolymer or a styrene/butylene copolymer.

Abstract: The present invention provides oil compositions and associated methods and reagents, particularly useful for the treatment of dermatologic conditions. In some embodiments, provided compositions are formulated for and achieve transdermal delivery, for example by topical administration.

Abstract: A composition for treatment of hyperhidrosis is provided that contains an effective amount of an antiperspirant. In particular, one embodiment of the composition of the present invention includes an antiperspirant, at least one muscle relaxing agent, at least one peptide, and at least one botanical agent and the composition is applied to a substrate. In another non-limiting illustration, the composition includes from about 0.001 to 50.0 vol % aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex glycine and more preferably 19.0 vol %, glycerin, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, gamma amino butyric acid, solanum lycopersicum (tomato) extract, gynostemma pentaphyllum extract, panax ginseng root extract, portulaca oleracea extract, butylene glycol, denatured alcohol, and water.

Abstract: The present invention provides surfactant compositions and associated methods and reagents, particularly useful for the treatment of dermatologic conditions. In some embodiments, provided compositions are formulated for and achieve transdermal delivery, for example by topical administration.

Abstract: The present invention provides paraben compositions and associated methods and reagents, particularly useful for the treatment of dermatologic conditions. In some embodiments, provided compositions are formulated for and achieve transdermal delivery, for example by topical administration.

Abstract: An aqueous antiperspirant/deodorant composition comprising: (a) at least one active chosen from an antiperspirant active and a deodorant active, (b) a mixture comprising at least one basic compound chosen from a basic amide and a basic amine and a counterpart material for the basic amide and/or basic amine, and (c) at least 10 weight % water. Also, a method of manufacturing the composition.

Abstract: A topical drying composition is provided for removal of sweat from skin areas which are vulnerable to sweating after sweat producing activities. The drying efficacy of the composition is due to the presence of encapsulated trehalose, with or without aluminum used as aluminum zirconium compound. Application of an effective amount of the composition to the skin prior to exercise or sweat removal activity reduces sweating and accelerates drying of the skin.

Abstract: Compositions containing a relatively high concentration of electrolytes and a thickening agent, wherein the thickening agent comprises a strongly swellable, lightly to moderately crosslinked polyvinyl pyrrolidone. The polyvinyl pyrrolidone thickening agent is characterized by an aqueous gel volume of about 15 to 150 ml/g and a Brookfield viscosity of at least 10,000 cps for a 5% aqueous solution at 25° C.

Abstract: A method of producing an anhydrous antiperspirant composition comprising (a) providing a mixture of at least one antiperspirant active including a metal salt, and an anhydrous carrier for the at least one antiperspirant active in which the at least one antiperspirant active is dissolved, the carrier comprising a eutectic mixture of at least one basic compound selected from a basic amide and a basic amine and at least one member chosen from a cation and zwitterion; and (b) heating the mixture to form a stabilized eutectic system of the at least one antiperspirant active and the anhydrous carrier. Also, an anhydrous antiperspirant composition.

Abstract: An anhydrous liquid antiperspirant/deodorant composition comprising a carrier comprising a cation and/or zwitterion and a hydrogen bond donor, wherein an amount of carrier is greater than an amount of any other material in the composition, and an antiperspirant active. This represents a new delivery form for antiperspirant actives and/or deodorant actives.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a single phase temperature management composition. The composition includes from 0.01% to 10% by weight of a neurosensory agent and from 0.01% to 30% by weight of an antiperspirant component. The composition also includes a polar carrier where the polar carrier includes water and monohydric alcohol. The ratio of water to monohydric alcohol ranges from 0.0625:1 to 1.5:1. The compositions of the invention have a viscosity at room temperature of less than 2500 centipoise.

Abstract: A personal care composition is provided which includes from 0.1 to 30% of a dihydroxypropyltri(C1-C3 alkyl) ammonium salt by weight of the composition; from 0.0001 to 0.005% of a tri(C1-C3 alkyl)amine or protonated form thereof by weight of the ammonium salt; from 0.002 to 15% of an aluminum salt by weight of the composition; and a cosmetically acceptable carrier wherein the composition has a pH ranging from 5.5 to 6.9. Unpleasant amine odor from trialkyl amines which arise from the dihydroxypropyltri(C1-C3 alkyl) ammonium salts is suppressed by the aluminum salt and by careful control of pH conditions.

Abstract: An antiperspirant active composition comprising an aluminum salt having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of about 0.3:1 to about 3:1, exhibiting a SEC chromatogram having a SEC Peak 4 to Peak 3 intensity ratio of at least 16 and a Peak 4 intensity greater than a Peak 5 intensity in aqueous solution. The composition can optionally include zirconium. Also, methods and processes of making the same.

Abstract: Disclosed are antimicrobial coating compositions. These coating compositions comprise (a) a film-forming resin; (b) a porous solid comprising pores having anti-microbial metal ions disposed therein; and (c) an onium compound.

Abstract: The invention provides a cosmetic composition for reducing facial perspiration. The facial antiperspiration balm is a homogeneous mixture of a cosmetic gel and a cosmetic cream. The balm has a lowered amount of the active agent, moisturizes and protects the skin, and provides a pleasant feeling.

Abstract: An anhydrous cosmetic or dermatological preparation includes an aqueous suspension of at least one silver halide having a water content of up to 90 wt. %, relative to the total mass of the suspension, applied to a carrier, in combination with one or more passivating agents selected from the group of phyllosilicates and/or talc, one or more antiperspirant active ingredients, and perfume.

Abstract: An apparatus for facilitating the application of anti-perspirant and/or deodorant to an individual is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a planar element, which may be circular in shape and composed of an absorbent material, a first pocket disposed on a first side of the planar element, wherein the first pocket accommodates the individual's finger, and a deodorant and/or antiperspirant disposed on a second side of the planar element. The apparatus may further include a second pocket disposed on the first side of the planar element adjacent to the first pocket, wherein the second pocket comprises a finger-tip shape, and a wing comprised of a planar element that extends from the first side of the planar element, wherein the wing is connected to the planar element at a location between the first and second pockets. The apparatus may further include an emollient disposed on the second side of the planar element.

Abstract: A method of making the antiperspirant active compositions having SEC chromatogram exhibiting high SEC peak 4 intensity, which are described in PCT/US2007/087145 (Published as WO2009/075678) and PCT/US2008/086556 (Published as WO2009/076591). The method uses a combination of sodium hydroxide with a source of calcium ions.

Abstract: Anhydrous, solid antiperspirant compositions comprising: (a) from about 0.1% to about 30% by weight of the composition, of a high-efficacy antiperspirant active; (b) from about 0.1% to about 35% by weight of the composition, of a thickening agent; (c) from about 10% to about 99% by weight of the composition, of an anhydrous liquid carrier; (d) from about 5 ppm to about 20% by weight of the composition, of a primary fragrance; and (e) from at least about 5 ppm by weight of the composition, of a secondary fragrance that is distinct from the primary fragrance and is included in a surfactant-free, water-releasable matrix, which renders the secondary fragrance within the matrix substantially odorless prior to aqueous activation, wherein the anhydrous, solid antiperspirant composition exhibits an Antiperspirant Efficacy Index of at least about 0.9, and wherein the anhydrous, solid antiperspirant composition is substantially devoid of a malodor reducing agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antiperspirant cosmetic composition for topical application to the skin comprising an effective amount of at least one antiperspirant active material, at least one gelling agent, at least one wax and at least one solvent for the at least one antiperspirant active material, wherein the at least one gelling agent is obtainable by the in-situ reaction of a siloxane polymer with at least two hydroxy-functionalized terminal groups or hydroxy-functionalized side chains and a polyol with at least two hydroxyl groups, a hydrosiloxane with at least two Si—H units and a catalyst.

Abstract: A method of keeping the feet warm when engaging in activities in cold weather, comprising the step of applying antiperspirant to the feet. This is done prior to donning foot coverings such as socks. The foot coverings may comprise a wicking fabric or wool. The antiperspirant may be a liquid based product including aluminum chlorohydrate, or a solid type product including aluminum chlorohydrate or aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrox GLY.

Abstract: The invention provides an oil-based skin treatment composition that contains antibacterial zeolite, an oil component, and glutathione and/or L-cysteine. The object of the invention is to provide an oil-based skin treatment composition that is blended with antibacterial zeolite and that has excellent washability when it has adhered to articles of clothing.

Abstract: The invention comprises the use of one or more charged surfactants in preparations having an antiperspirant effect for reducing staining in or on clothing and improving improvement the ability of stains to be washed out of the clothing.

Abstract: The present invention describes a method and compositions by which introducing PO4?3 ion at particular stage in the preparation of aluminum/zirconium solutions surprisingly results in significantly improved zirconium molecular weight stability.

Abstract: The composition of the present invention is geared towards treating hyperhidrosis or any condition involving and/or promoting excessive sweating, typically involving the whole body, include hyperthyroidism or similar endocrine disorders; endocrine treatment for prostatic cancer or other types of malignant disorder; severe psychiatric disorders; obesity and menopause. The foamable composition of the present invention is suitable for treating palmar hyperhidrosis; axillary hyperhidrosis; plantar hyperhidrosis; hyperhidrosis of the trunk and/or the thighs; and facial hyperhidrosis; and any combination of them consisting of a therapeutic foamable composition including: an active agent, suitable for the treatment or prevention of hyperhidrosis.

Abstract: The visual appearance of skin such as axilla skin is not improved significantly by topical application of an antiperspirant composition that is a stick that comprises at least 8% by weight of a fatty alcohol gellant. The visual appearance of a cosmetic antiperspirant composition comprising 5-30% of an astringent antiperspirant salt, 40-80% of a continuous liquid phase comprising at least one water-immiscible oil and 5-30% of a fatty alcohol wax gellant, as indicated by tone, radiance and smoothness, is enhanced by incorporating at least 0,25% of a mica pigment, optionally on the presence of a di or tri-hydric humectant and/or a triglyceride oil. Preferably the composition comprises 20 to 35% by weight of a non-volatile oil, and/or a co-gellant that melts at from 75 to 90° C. such as caster wax or polyethylene of molecular weight 300 to 600.

Abstract: The perceived visual appearance of skin such as axilla skin, as indicated by tone, radiance and/or smoothness, is improved significantly by topical application of an antiperspirant composition that is a roll-on emulsion that comprises a dihydric or trihydric humectant and/or a glyceride oil. and a mica pigment, The visual appearance can be further enhanced by incorporating into the composition a particulate microfine aluminium oxide and/or a silicone elastomer. The mica-containing compositions are advantageously applied from a roll-ball dispenser in which the depth of film of fluid on the rolling ball is controlled, such as by a spider spaced inward of the ball and/or the flow of fluid within the ball housing is perturbed such as by a castellated sealing ring and/or a shallow bead outward of the sealing ring within the ball housing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-component antiperspirant agent comprising a first component formed from a cosmetic composition A and a second component formed from a cosmetic composition B different from the composition A, which are intended to be combined by application to the skin simultaneously, separately or sequentially over time, the said cosmetic composition A comprising one or more compounds that are capable of treating the skin, and a cosmetic composition B different from the cosmetic composition A, comprising one or more compounds that are capable of acting on the skin once it has been treated, the said combination being capable of imparting an antiperspirant effect. The present invention also relates to a process for treating perspiration using the multi-component antiperspirant agent, and also to the use of such an agent.