Abstract: Personal care compositions comprising responsive particles. In one aspect, the responsive particle comprises: (1) a particle core having an interfacial surface, (2) a first polymer having a first property, and (3) a second polymer having a contrasting property. The first polymer and the second polymer are attached at different locations to the interfacial surface of the particle core. In another aspect, the responsive particle comprises: (1) a particle core having an interfacial surface, (2) at least one block co-polymer comprising a first block and a second block, wherein said first block has a first property and said second block has a second property, and (3) optionally, at least one other polymer having a third property. The block co-polymer and the optional other polymer (if present) are attached to the interfacial surface of the particle core, and at least one of the properties contrasts. The personal care compositions also comprise a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hair smoothing agent characterized by a content of sodium silicate.

Abstract: A composition is described that may be used in personal care products. The composition can serve as a preservative. In addition or alternatively, the composition may serve as a fragrance and/or as a coloring agent. The composition can contain an active compound, an organic acid, a solvent, and optionally a dispersant. In one embodiment, the active compound and the organic acid comprise all natural ingredients.

Abstract: A cosmetic, includes: a composite powder containing titanium oxide and 4-tert-butyl-4-methoxybenzoylmethane and having an average particle diameter of less than 1 ?m; and sorbitan fatty acid ester represented by the following Formula (I): wherein, in Formula (I), R1 to R4 each independently represent —(CH2)nCOOH, —(CH2)nOH, —R5, or —OR6; R5 represents an aliphatic group having from 1 to 22 carbon atoms; R6 represents an acyl group having from 10 to 22 carbon atoms; n represents 0 or an integer from 1 to 29; and at least one of R1 to R4 represents —OR6.

Abstract: A hair treatment medium including diesters of propylene glycol and protein hydrolysates in the absence of arylated silicones includes at least one diester of the propylene glycol according to the formula (I), in which R1 and R2 denote, independently of one another, a residue selected from at least one linear, saturated or unsaturated, branched, saturated or unsaturated and cyclical saturated or unsaturated C6 to C30 hydrocarbon residue and/or a phenyl or benzyl residue substituted with C1 to C4 alkyl groups and/or hydroxy groups, and the compounds thereof in an overall volume of 0.01 to 5.0% by weight, at least one protein hydrolysate and compounds of protein hydrolysates in an overall volume of 0.01 to 10.0% by weight, and at least one C1-C6 alcohol in an overall volume of 1.0% by weight to 40.0% by weight.

Abstract: A hair treatment medium having the absence of arylated silicones includes a) at least one diester of the propylene glycol according to the formula (I), in which R and R denote, independently of one another, a residue selected from at least one linear, saturated or unsaturated, branched, saturated or unsaturated and cyclical saturated or unsaturated C6 to C30 hydrocarbon residue and/or a phenyl or benzyl residue substituted with C1 to C4 alkyl groups and/or hydroxy groups, and the compounds thereof in an overall volume of 0.01 to 5.0% by weight, and b) at least one protein hydrolysate and compounds of protein hydrolysates in an overall volume of 0.01 to 10.0% by weight, and c) at least one C1-C6 alcohol in an overall volume of 1.0% by weight to 40.0% by weight in the absence of arylated silicone oils.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic use, by topic application on the skin of at least one protoberberine, with exception of berberine, or a vegetable extract containing it, as an active substance reducing activity of the pilosebaceous unit, preferably inhibiting activity of the pilosebaceous unit. In particular, the invention relates to cosmetic use of at least one protoberberine, with exception of berberine, or a vegetable extract containing it, as an agent reducing, preferably inhibiting the growth of hairs of the face and/or the body, and/or seborrheic activity of the sebaceous glands. The invention also relates to a cosmetic composition comprising in a dermatologically acceptable carrier, at least one protoberberine, with exception of berberine, or a vegetable extract containing protoberberines, as an active substance, which reduces, preferably inhibits the skin's pilosebaceous unit activity.

Abstract: Novel poly-branched, mono- or poly-unsaturated functional materials are provided. More specifically, certain novel unsaturated branched functional compositions are provided that are made via isoprenoids and/or isoprenoid derivatives which come from either natural or synthetic sources. Also disclosed is their use or modification for use in consumer products such as laundry products, personal care products, dishcare products, shampoo products and hard surface cleaning products, and the like comprising the functional compositions or modified compositions.

Abstract: Formulations, methods and kits are provided for styling keratinous fiber. The hair can be wet, damp or dry. The formulations and kits allow for lower temperature styling for any of curling, waving and straightening hair.

Abstract: A method for cleaning, benefiting, or deodorizing skin or hair utilizing a body wash, skin cleaner, soap, shampoo or deodorizer formulation containing a controlled release skin benefit or deodorizing salt, a hydrophilic moisturizing polymer and surfactants is described. The method imparts benefits or deodorizing agents to the skin or hair and maintains effective levels for an extended period.

Abstract: Novel mixtures of sugar amides or sugar amines are disclosed that have improved thermal properties over the individual components. New feedstocks based on both the surfactant tail as well as the sugar head group allow for improved physical properties of sugar amide surfactant mixtures and thus improved formulatability. Furthermore, new sources of unique methyl esters from both bioengineering and or co-metathesis of fats and oils provide novel and improved sugar amide surfactant mixtures.

Abstract: It comprises an egg preparation comprising a mixture of the yolk and the white extracted from a fertilized egg incubated for a period comprised between 18 hours and 36 hours, wherein the mixture of the yolk and white is in a ratio in which the amount of the white is comprised between 2% and 40% by volume of the yolk volume, useful as regenerating, analgesic and/or anti-inflammatory agent, as well as its preparation process. It also relates to functional foods, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical or veterinary compositions containing the egg preparation. It also relates to cosmetic compositions comprising the egg preparation and to its use as skin care or hair or fur care agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one non-nitrogenous zinc salt and at least one starch, in a weight ratio of the amount of starch to the amount of zinc element ranging from 0.01 to 20. Another subject of the invention relates to a process for treating keratin fibers, using such a composition, and to the use of such a composition, preferably in the form of a leave-on care product, for conditioning keratin fibers and for protecting their artificial color from fading.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair conditioning composition comprising: (a) a cationic surfactant; (b) a high melting point fatty compound; and (c) an aqueous carrier; wherein the cationic surfactant, the high melting point fatty compound, and the aqueous carrier form a gel matrix; wherein the composition has from about 90% to about 100% of a conversion rate of the high melting point fatty compound to the gel matrix; and wherein the composition has a yield point of about 33 Pa or more. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing of hair conditioning composition. The compositions of the present invention, and the compositions made by the method of the present invention, provide improved conditioning benefits, especially, improved wet conditioning benefits after rinsing and improved dry conditioning, while maintaining wet conditioning benefit before rinsing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hair styling composition comprising (a) 1% to 10% by weight of at least one polymer comprising, as polymerized units, one or more monomers having at least one acid-functional group; (b) 99% to 90% by weight of a solvent mixture comprising: (i) 5% to 100% by weight of at least one volatile organic solvent; (ii) 95% to 0% by weight of water, and (iii) 0% to 80% by weight of at least one propellant; and (c) a neutralizer, wherein the mole ratio of said neutralizer to the acid-functional groups on said polymer (a) is from 0:1 to 1.2:1, and the neutralizer comprises: (i) 10% to 30% neutralization of the acid group of the polymer by tetrabutylammonium hydroxide, and (ii) 90% to 70% neutralization of the acid group of the polymer by aminomethyl propanol. More particularly, the polymer (a) may comprise, as polymerized units, (i) 30% to 75% by weight of one or more monomer that has refractive index of 1.

Abstract: The present invention is a method for producing a vesicle composition having an aqueous phase as a continuous phase, the method including a step of dissolving an oil phase containing component (A) a branched fatty acid having a predetermined structure; component (B) a tertiary amine having a predetermined structure; and component (C) an organic acid having 1 to 10 carbon atoms at a temperature that is equal to or higher than a melting point of the oil phase, and a step of carrying out mixing while adding the aqueous phase to the oil phase which is dissolved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous skin or hair cosmetic preparations which comprise at least one polymer A which comprises, in copolymerized form, at least one ester of (meth)acrylic acid, at least one olefinically unsaturated, free-radically polymerizable anionogenic or anionic compound, at least one free-radically polymerizable olefinically unsaturated urethane-group-containing compound which comprises no silicone groups and, if appropriate, further free-radically polymerizable compounds.

Abstract: Generally, compositions which can be applied to hair, fur or skin of an animal and are useful for reducing, removing or eliminating undesirable materials or odors or parasites (“extraneous matter”) from the hair, fur or skin of the animal. Specifically, compositions which can be applied to hair, fur or skin of an animal and can reduce, remove or eliminate undesirable materials or odors or parasites (“extraneous matter”) from the hair, fur or skin of the animal without a need of a rinse composition.

Abstract: There is provided a new use of a hydroxydihydrobovolide compound having effects on preventing hair loss and growing hairs. Since the hydroxydihydrobovolide compound has effects on increasing survival rates of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells and hair outer root sheath cells and also growing a length of hairs, the compound is of great value as a pharmaceutical composition or cosmetic composition for improving scalp or preventing hair loss. Further, since the hydroxydihydrobovolide compound is isolated and purified from Eucheuma cottonii that is red algae and does not induce cytotoxicity, it is stable in the body and thus can be used as a raw material for functional health food.

Abstract: A method for styling hair comprising the steps of placing said hair in a desired configuration and applying a composition to said hair, said composition comprising (a) one or more fully soluble polymer, (b) solvent-propellant mixture or solvent mixture, and optional other ingredients. Also provided is a method of making polymer.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a compound of formula wherein R represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-2 alkyl or alkoxyl group; each R1, R2 or R3 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl or ethyl group; and X represents a CHO, COOR4 or CN group, R4 being a methyl or ethyl group; and at least one of said R, R1 or R2 represents a group containing at least one carbon atom; and it use as perfuming ingredient, for instance to impart odor notes of the floral and/or anis type.

Abstract: N-(pyrid-4-yl)amides and N-(pyrimidin-4-yl)amides of formula (1) are described that are potent modulators (e.g., inhibitors) of an androgen receptor, and which are useful, for example, in the treatment of a dermatological disease or disorder; a disease or disorder of the sebaceous gland(s); acne; hyperseborrhoea; oily skin, seborrhoeic dermatitis; hyperpilosity or hirsutism; atopic dermatitis; or androgenic alopecia; especially acne. Also described, are compositions (e.g., pharmaceutical compositions, cosmetic compositions) comprising the compounds; methods of preparing the compositions; methods of modulating (e.g., inhibiting) and androgen receptors using the compounds and/or compositions; and medical and/or cosmetic use of the compounds and compositions.

Abstract: A floral fragrance composition for use as a replacement for 3-(4-tertbutylphenyl)-2-methylpropanal (LILIAL®) that is a primary perfuming ingredient composition that includes a first perfuming ingredient of (2,5-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-IH-inden-2-yl) methanol (LILYFLORE®) in an amount of 5 to 25% by weight; a second perfuming ingredient of a dimethyl-5-indanyl propanal compound in an amount of 0.2 to 10% by weight; and one or more secondary perfuming ingredients including at least one of 3-methyl-5-phenylpentanal, decanal, octanal, cuminic aldehyde, cuminic alcohol, carvone, tetrahydro-2-isobutyl-4-methyl-4(2H)-pyranol, or cis-7-P-menthanol.

Abstract: The present invention is a hair treatment agent comprising at least one surfactant and at least one proteolipid of the formula R?—X—R?, wherein R? is a straight-chain or branched, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon radical having 11 to 24 carbon atoms; R? is a protein, a peptide, or a protein hydrolyzate; X is —C(O)O—, —N+(RIII2)RIV—, or —N(RIII)RIV—; RIII is —(CH2)x—CH3— with x=0-22; and RIV is —CH2—CH(OH)—CH2— or —(CH2)x— with x=0-22; with the proviso that R? consists of keratin or a keratin hydrolyzate when X is —C(O)O—. The agents of the present invention improve many properties of hair such as giving enhanced shine and impregnation of hair.

Abstract: A braided hair washing method includes washing braided hair using a washing agent that includes a microbubble washing composition and microbubbles, the microbubble washing composition including a protease and a lipase. The braided hair washing method can conveniently and effectively wash braided hair without collapsing the hairstyle.

Abstract: The present application relates to encapsulated benefit agents, compositions comprising such encapsulated benefit agents and processes for making and using compositions comprising such encapsulated benefit agents. Such encapsulated benefit agents eliminate or minimize one or more of the drawbacks of current encapsulated benefit agents and thus provide formulators with additional perfume delivery opportunities.

Abstract: Methods of ex situ synthesis of graphene, graphene oxide, reduced graphene oxide, other graphene derivative structures and nanoparticles useful as polishing agents are disclosed. Compositions and methods for polishing, hardening, protecting, adding longevity to, and lubricating moving and stationary parts in devices and systems, including, but not limited to, engines, turbos, turbines, tracks, races, wheels, bearings, gear systems, armor, heat shields, and other physical and mechanical systems employing machined interacting hard surfaces through the use of nano-polishing agents formed in situ from lubricating compositions and, in some cases, ex situ and their various uses are also disclosed.

Abstract: Aqueous preservative solutions with a high amino acid content which is excellent in preservation, particularly a preservative effect on fungi, and safety, and is excellent in storage stability so as not to cause a problem such as depositing, coloring or smelling even when it is stored for a long time, and when incorporated in a cosmetic, is capable of imparting a high moisturizing effect without causing a sticky feeling, and imparting an effect of preventing dyed hair from color fading, can be achieved by incorporating pyrrolidone carboxylic acid and/or a salt thereof (Component A), a basic amino acid and/or a salt thereof (Component B), an acidic amino acid and/or a salt thereof (Component C), a neutral amino acid and/or a salt thereof (Component D) and lactic acid and/or a salt thereof (Component E) at a specific incorporation ratio and at a specific pH.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one non-nitrogenous zinc salt and at least one amino silicone, in a weight ratio of the amount of amino silicone(s) to the amount of zinc element ranging from 0.01 to 5, preferably from 0.2 to 3. Another subject of the invention relates to a treatment process for keratin fibers, using such a composition, and the use of such a composition, preferably in the form of a leave-in care product, for conditioning keratin fibers and protecting the artificial color thereof against fading.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a complex for the improvement of distribution and retention of fragrances into keratinous matter comprising (a) C10-C18 alkyl pyrrolidone, (b) at least one polyol compound and (c) at least one fatty alcohol, as well as uses, products, and related methods. The complex of the present invention homogeneously distributes fragrance into the keratinous matter, achieving a better interaction between the fragrance and the keratinous substrate, and better and longer perception of it, ensuring greater durability of the fragrance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for topical application comprising at least a benzotriazol derivative and a cosmetic solvent selected from the group consisting of benzoate solvents such as phenethyl benzoate, dimethyl capramide and diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate. Furthermore, the invention relates to the use of specific benzotriazol derivatives to mask the off-odor of cosmetic solvents such as particularly phenethyl benzoate, dimethyl capramide and diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate.

Abstract: Hair treatment agents that, in addition to at least one hair-setting polymer, additionally contain polyether-modified organic compounds having at least three polyether substituents, the polyethers comprising a polyalkylene chain made up of ethylene oxide units or ethylene oxide units and propylene oxide units, having a maximum proportion of 50 wt % propylene oxide units based on weight of the polyoxyalkylene chain.

Abstract: Provided is a hair oil that spreads smoothly, gives a soft and light finish, and satisfactorily effectively imparts a moist feel, easiness of styling, and a glossy feel to the hair. The provided hair oil includes an oil-based gel-like composition including a gel-forming agent and an oil-phase component, in which: the gel-forming agent includes a lecithin; and at least one selected from a polyglycerol and a polyglycerol fatty acid ester in an amount (total amount) of from 5 to 100 percent by weight per 100 percent by weight of the lecithin; the polyglycerol has a degree of polymerization of from 2 to 20; and the polyglycerol fatty acid ester has a fatty acid residue having 14 or less carbon atoms, has an HLB of 15 or more as calculated based on an organic conceptual diagram, and has a degree of polymerization of from 8 to 40.

Abstract: The invention relates to formulations useful in treating hair disorders, improving the health of hair, increasing hair growth, and in increasing the niacin content of hair follicles. Nicotinic acid alkyl esters having a straight chain alkyl group of from 1 to 22 methylene units, preferably from 6 to 16 methylene units, and most preferably from 8 to 14 methyl units, may be used, alone or in combinations for treating these conditions.

Abstract: Cosmetic products for temporary deformation of keratinic fibers, containing, in a cosmetic carrier present in the form of a dispersed system, at least one starch modified with propylene oxide and having an average molecular weight (weight average) of from 50 to 2500 kDa, the products providing a hairstyle with a strong hold and high flexibility. The starches modified with propylene oxide are based on renewable raw materials. In this way, effective styling agents for hair can be provided and the content of polymeric raw materials based on fossil fuels reduced.

Abstract: Methods and compounds are provided for oxidative coloring of keratinic fibers, in particular hair. The method includes applying a pretreatment agent onto the hair, where the pretreatment agent includes at least one 4-morpholinomethyl-substituted silicone. A hair coloring agent is applied to the hair subsequent to the pretreatment agent within a time span from about 1 second to about 24 hours. The hair coloring agent is obtained by mixing a composition (A), which contains at least one oxidation dye precursor of the developer type and at least one oxidation dye precursor of the coupler type, with a composition (B) that contains at least one oxidizing agent. Composition (B) contains at least one cosmetic oil in a total quantity from 10 to 80 wt %, based on the weight of composition (B).

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable aqueous medium: at least one agent for protecting keratin fibers; at least one aromatic alcohol; and at least one aromatic carboxylic acid or a salt thereof. Also disclosed herein is a method for protecting keratin fibers against the action of atmospheric agents comprising applying the composition above to fibers. Further disclosed herein is a method for the post-treatment of an oxidation dyeing or of a direct dyeing operation on keratin fibers comprising applying the composition described above to the fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising: (i) one or more alkoxysilanes, (ii) one or more fatty esters; and (iii) one or more silicones. The invention also relates to a cosmetic process for treating keratin materials with this composition, and also to the use of this composition for caring for and/or shaping keratin materials.

Abstract: A personal care formulation comprising an active compound is operable to reduce the surface friction of hair fibres and promoting inter-fibre movement. The active compound is the reaction product of a fatty acid and a polyamine. The use of the active compound in a personal care formulation works as a friction modifier operable to reduce the surface friction of hair fibres. The invention extends to the active compound and a method of reducing hair-fibre surface friction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to vesicles for topical delivery of drugs and cosmetics, named glyceromes and characterized by high content of glycerol. The invention further relates to pharmaceutical formulations and cosmetic products containing glycerosomes.

Abstract: Hair care composition comprising a metal pyrithione and a pearliser system characterized by a bismuth oxychloride component.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods that are able to increase the amount of molecular structure within the cortex of hair fibers. As result, hair fiber diameter, cross sectional area, elasticity and stiffness are all increased. The benefits are long term, surviving repeated rinsing and shampooing. These results are particularly beneficial in the treatment of fine hair.

Abstract: Hair care composition comprising a metal pyrithione, characterized by from 0.00001 to 0.005% wt. a purple or pink or red coloring component.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel cosmetic compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous medium: from 0.1% to 2% by weight of at least one starch, and from 0.1% to 1% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of at least one diester of a carboxylic acid comprising 8 to 30 carbon atoms and of polyethylene glycol. The cosmetic compositions provides a fondant texture, and these compositions rinse out easily. Hair treated with this composition has a soft feel, free of residue. These compositions are may be used for washing and/or conditioning keratin materials such as the hair or the skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to transparent softening agents containing: (a) ester quaternaries, which are obtained by reacting alkanolamines with a mixture consisting of fatty acids and of dicarboxylic acids, whereby the resulting esters are optionally alkoxylated and subsequently quaternized in a known manner, and containing; (b) auxiliary agents selected from the group formed by: (b1) fatty acid amidoamines and/or quaternization products thereof; (b2) betaines; (b3) nonionic surfactants; (b4) polyols and/or derivatives thereof; (b5) alcohols and/or; (b6) hydrotropes.

Abstract: Human sebum mimetics and methods for producing human sebum mimetics are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a human sebum mimetic comprises a wax ester derived from interesterification of refined botanical oil comprising palmitoleic acid and refined jojoba oil, a phytosterol, phytosqualene, and/or phytosteryl macadamiate. Method for producing a human sebum mimetic comprises mixing refined macadamia oil and refined jojoba oil, interesterifying the refined macadamia oil and the refined jojoba oil, adding a phytosterol, adding phytosteryl macadamiate, and adding phytosqualene after the interesterifying.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a cosmetic preparation which comprises 20 mass % or more of an oil ingredient comprising the following components (A) and (B), and said oil ingredient comprising 50 mass % or more of the component (B): (A): one or more members selected from the group consisting of an ester compound(s) represented by the following formula (I) and/or formula (II) of erythritol and/or erythritol condensate with a fatty acid(s); polycondensates of erythritol and/or erythritol condensate, the above-mentioned ester compound(s) and a polycarboxylic acid(s); polycondensates of a fatty acid(s) with a polycondensate(s) of erythritol and/or erythritol condensate with a polycarboxylic acid(s); and polycondensates of erythritol and/or erythritol condensate, a fatty acid(s) and a polycarboxylic acid(s); and (B): silicone. This cosmetic preparation is excellent in compatibility with an oil agent and affinity for a water-base component.

Abstract: Test methods for assessing irritation of portions of skin are provided. The method may include irritating a portion of skin by contacting the portion of skin with a chemical irritant; irritating the portion of skin by physical irritation; and assessing erythema or dryness of the portion of skin after irritating the steps. Alternatively, the method may include irritating a portion of skin with a chemical irritant; irritating the portion of skin by physical irritation; treating the irritated portion of skin by wiping the irritated portion of skin with a test sample; and assessing erythema or dryness of the portion of skin after the wiping step. A method of irritating a portion of skin to assess one of erythema and dryness may include irritating a portion of skin with a chemical irritant and irritating the portion of skin by physical irritation.

Abstract: Human sebum mimetics and methods for producing human sebum mimetics are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a human sebum mimetic comprises a wax ester derived from interesterification of refined botanical oil comprising palmitoleic acid and refined jojoba oil, a phytosterol, and phytosqualene. A method for producing a human sebum mimetic comprises mixing refined macadamia oil and refined jojoba oil, interesterifying the refined macadamia oil and the refined jojoba oil, adding a phytosterol alter the interesterifying, and adding phytosqualene after the interesterifying.