Abstract: The invention relates to a mascara composition comprising at least one micronized wax.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a long wear, washable and waterproof eye makeup composition having a unique texture and feel including (a) at least one sugar silicone surfactant; (b) at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer; and (c) at least one oil-soluble high carbon polar modified polymer.

Abstract: Topical compositions comprising at least one matte-finished interference pigment combined with one or more microsphere(s) and elastomer(s) are provided, as well as methods for using such compositions in cosmetics and dermatological products that afford high coverage of flaws or imperfections, while maintaining a natural-looking appearance. These cosmetics and dermatological products can improve the aesthetic appearance of skin, hair, or nails when topically applied thereto.

Abstract: The present application relates to cosmetic compositions comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, a copolymer having a (thio)urethane/(thio)urea polymer skeleton, resulting from the reaction: of a first monomer having at least two polymerizable groups, which may be identical or different, chosen from —N?C?O and —N?C?S, of a monomer (b1) having at least two polymerizable groups with a labile hydrogen, of a monomer (b2), different from monomer (b1), having at least two polymerizable groups with a labile hydrogen, with at least one of these monomers comprising at least one junction group (A), capable of forming at least 3 hydrogen bonds. The disclosure also relates to a method of cosmetic treatment of keratinous materials, comprising the application of a cosmetic composition as defined above on said materials.

Abstract: Disclosed are mascara compositions that contain a thermoplastic elastomer, a tackifier, a volatile solvent, and a non-polar non-volatile solvent, and methods of making and using the compositions.

Abstract: There is provided herein a composition comprising a silicone copolymer of the general formula (I) MaMEcDdDEeTfTEgQh where M=R1R2R3SiO1/2; ME=R4R5RESiO1/2; D=R6R7SiO2/2; DE=R8RESiO2/2; T=R9RESiO2/2; T=R9SiO3/2; TE=RESiO2/2; and Q=SiO4/2; where R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, and R9 are each independently selected from the group of monovalent hydrocarbon radicals RE is a monovalent radical defined as: —R10O—(C2H4O)h(C3H6O)i(C4H8O)i—R11 or —R12 with the provision that the copolymer must contain at least one RE group; R10 is a linear or branched divalent hydrocarbon radical containing from 3 to about 10 carbon atoms; R11 is H or —C(?O)CH3 or a monovalent saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon radical, optionally containing heteroatoms and hydroxyl groups, containing from 1 to about 30 carbon atoms; R12 is a hydrocarbon radical, containing from 2 to about 30 carbon atoms and at least 1 hydroxyl group, optionally containing heteroatoms; subscripts a, b, c, d, e, f, and g are 0 or positive subject to the limitation a+

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for coating keratin fibres, and especially the eyelashes, comprising: a polymer, derived from the (co-) (homo-)polymerization of (poly)cyclic monomers with a glass transition temperature (Tg) of greater than or equal to 80° C. and a weight-average molecular mass (Mw) of greater than 80 000 g/mol, the said (poly)cyclic monomers comprising (meth)acrylate monomers of formula H2C?C(R)—C(O)—O—X, with R=H or CH3, and X corresponding to at least one substituted or unsubstituted cycloalkyl group, a volatile organic solvent present in a content strictly greater than 20%. The present invention also relates to a process for curling keratin fibres.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition containing a unique polymer blend, which includes: (a) a first polymeric film-former having a first glass transition temperature ranging from about ?20° C. to about 0° C.; (b) a second polymeric film-former having a second glass transition temperature that is at least 50° C. higher than the first glass transition temperature; and (c) a third cross-linked polymeric film-former. The cosmetic composition of the present invention can be applied to human skin or keratinous fibers for forming a film thereon with exceptionally long wearability, reduced flaking and smudge properties, and good removability by warm water.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a long wear topical composition for keratinous surface. The composition includes at least one coupling agent having at least two reactive functional groups and at least one performance ingredient.

Abstract: The present invention is related to brilliant black pigments comprising a flaky aluminum oxide substrate having a coating comprising a layered structure composed of a hematite and a magnetite layer, to a process for the production of said pigments, as well as to their use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a stabilizing composition comprising (a) an effective stabilizing amount of at least one merocyanine derivative having an absorption maximum of 350 to 400 nm, and (b) at least one UV filter selected from benzotriazole derivatives; and optionally (c) at least one excited state quencher; for the protection of body care and household products against the deleterious effects of light, heat and oxygen.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one water-dispersible wax and at least one oil-dispersible micronized wax which, if desired, can be prepared at room temperature.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mascara composition comprising at least one oil-dispersible micronized wax which, if desired, can be processed at room temperature.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic system comprising a basecoat composition comprising at least one acrylic thickener and a topcoat composition comprising at least one aqueous polyurethane dispersion.

Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions comprising (1) at least one MQTPr siloxane resin; (2) at least one film former chosen from a silicone acrylate copolymer; (3) at least one film former chosen from a hydrogenated hydrocarbon copolymer; (4) at least one fatty phase; and (5) optionally at least one wax and/or colorant. Also disclosed are methods for improving at least one property of a cosmetic composition, and methods for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of keratinous substrates using compositions according to the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides a colouring pre-mix for use in colouring of a cosmetic composition and a coloured cosmetic composition including the same, wherein the colouring pre-mix includes 45-80 wt-% benzyl benzoate; 20-49 wt-% dipropylene glycol; 0.00001-5 wt-% colouring plant extracts; and optionally 0.00001-5 wt-% colorants; with the provision that the content of benzyl benzoate exceeds the content of dipropylene glycol, wherein all data given in wt-% refer to the total weight of the colouring pre-mix.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one nonionic polycondensate and at least one micronized wax which, if desired, can be processed at room temperature.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic make-up compositions, in particular mascaras, comprising carbon black encapsulated in a spherical silica matrix. These compositions are characterized by a deep and glossy black color.

Abstract: A solid dispersion of pigment for an aqueous composition includes a pigment and an ethoxylated alcohol. The solid dispersion of pigment is adapted for being directly incorporated into the aqueous composition with reduced shear for coloration. A method of preparing a solid dispersion of pigment for an aqueous composition with reduced shear mixing includes heating the mixture of an ethoxylated alcohol and a pigment, and cooling the mixture to obtain the solid dispersion of pigment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising: a) at least one polysiloxane bearing a joining group, corresponding to one of the following formulae (IIa) and (IIb): in which: the R radicals represent a C1-C20 hydrocarbon-based group; the Q1, Q2 and Q3 radicals represent either an R radical as defined above; or a joining group capable of forming at least 3 H bonds; it being understood that at least one of the Q1 to Q3 radicals is other than R in formula (IIa); the Q4 divalent radical represents a joining group capable of forming at least 3 H bonds; b) a polyalkene-based supramolecular polymer which can be obtained by reaction of a functionalised polyalkene polymer with a functionalised joining group, said joining group being capable of forming at least 3 H (hydrogen) bonds. The invention also relates to a cosmetic treatment process using said composition.

Abstract: A preparation, in particular a cosmetic preparation, preferably in liquid or pasty form, for use on keratinic materials, in particular for decorating, coloring, improving the appearance of and caring for the skin and the skin appendages. The preparation is water-free and contains at least one wax with a dropping point above 60° C. and a liquid silicone compound.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising at least one volatile solvent, at least one crosslinked silicone film former, at least one silicone gum, and at least one pigment composition present in an amount sufficient to provide the cosmetic composition with a pigment contrast ratio of greater than 35 and a method for maximizing the intensity and opacity of a color cosmetic composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition for caring for and/or making up keratin materials, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium: (i) at least one tackifying resin; (ii) at least one organopolysiloxane elastomer; and (iii) at least one liquid fatty phase.

Abstract: Mascara primer and mascara formulations are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair care and personal care compositions which contain an acrylic copolymer which is polymerized in the presence of at least two different classes of crosslinking monomers. The polymer functions both as a fixative/film former and a thickening agent for hair styling and personal care compositions in which it is contained. The copolymer exhibits advantageous fixative, film forming and rheological gel properties.

Abstract: Composite particulates, topical composition containing composite particulates, methods for improving the appearance of skin depth, dimensionality or undertones; a method for improving the ashy, chalky or mask-like appearance of color cosmetic compositions on the skin; and a method for reducing the number of shades in a color cosmetic shade range by formulating the cosmetic with composite particulates.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are provided, which are capable of forming a cosmetic film on a human integument when applied thereto. Cosmetic compositions according to the invention typically include a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, optionally, one or more colorants, and a pH-dependant film-forming polymer of poly(methacrylic acid-co-methyl methacrylate) having a ratio of methacrylic acid to methyl methacrylate of about 1:1 to about 1:2, an acid value of from about 150 to about 350 mg KOH/g, and a weight average molar mass between about 100,000 and about 150,000 g/mol. The compositions are capable of forming an adherent film on the integument that is substantially resistant to removal by water at a first pH, but readily dispersible or soluble in water at a second pH higher than said first pH.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising from 0.1 to 30% by weight of copolymer comprising polyether blocks and polyamide blocks (PEBA), and from 70 to 99.9% by weight of a medium which is acceptable in the cosmetics industry, in the perfumery industry and/or in the pharmaceutical industry. The present invention also relates in particular to a process for incorporating a copolymer comprising polyether blocks and polyamide blocks into a cosmetic, perfumery and/or pharmaceutical medium. The subject matter of the present invention is also the use of a copolymer comprising polyether blocks and polyamide blocks (PEBA) for producing a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or perfumery product, said PEBA being incorporated in the form of a composition in accordance with the invention.

Abstract: A saccharide siloxane copolymer is useful as an emulsifier. Emulsions prepared with the saccharide siloxane copolymer are useful in personal care products.

Abstract: A water-based pigmented preparation, its production and use and its application in a capillary storage system.

Abstract: An emulsion contains a saccharide siloxane copolymer as an emulsifier. The emulsion is useful in formulating personal care products.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a process for coating keratin fibers, comprising the application to the keratin fibers of at least one coat of at least one dry-applicable composition presented in the form of a stick. The disclosure also relates to a process for coating keratin fibers, comprising placing the fibers in contact with at least part of the surface of a stick of a dry-applicable composition, and causing a relative displacement between the surface of the stick and the fibers so as to bring about erosion of the composition and its application to the fibers in the form of a deposit of at least one coat.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition containing between 0.1 and 30 wt.-% copolyamide (COPA) and between 70 and 99.9 wt.-% of a medium acceptable for cosmetic, perfume and/or pharmaceutical use. In particular, the invention relates to a method for incorporating a copolyamide into a cosmetic, perfume and/or pharmaceutical medium. The invention also relates to the use of a copolyamide (COPA) for the production of a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or perfume product, said COPA being incorporated in the form of a composition in accordance with the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of an alkyl glycoside or of a mixture of at least two alkyl glycosides as agent intended for inhibiting microbial growth, in particular in a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or food composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a re-applicable mascara composition containing a unique combination of a chemically modified wax and a polymeric film former including a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and aminoacrylates. The mascara composition of the present invention can be readily re-applied to eyelashes hours after the initial application to increase the lash volume, without the discomfort and clumping commonly caused by attempts to re-apply mascara to already-coated eyelashes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising: a) a supramolecular oil (compound A) which can be obtained by reaction between an oil bearing at least one nucleophilic reactive function and a joining group capable of establishing hydrogen bonds, said joining group bearing a reactive function capable of reacting with the reactive function borne by the oil, and said joining group also comprising at least one unit of formula (Ia) or (Ib): b) a polyalkene-based supramolecular polymer (compound B) which can be obtained by reaction of a functionalized polyalkene polymer with a functionalized joining group, said joining group being capable of forming at least three H (hydrogen) bonds. The invention also relates to a cosmetic treatment process using said composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic process for treating a keratin material, characterized in that it comprises at least one step of applying to the said keratin material a coating formed from a liquid composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one copolymer containing polyamide blocks and polyether blocks resulting from the co-polycondensation of polyamide blocks containing reactive ends with polyether blocks containing reactive ends; the said copolymer being in solution or in dispersion, and at least one organic solvent. The present invention also relates to a cosmetic assembly comprising a) at least one liquid composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one copolymer containing polyamide blocks and polyether blocks in solution or in dispersion, and at least one organic solvent; b) a device for applying the said composition to the keratin materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a gelled cosmetic emulsion comprising an oil phase, an aqueous phase and a gelling system which contains at least one non-siloxane based polyamide in a sufficient amount to gel the emulsion. The polyamide can have an tertiary amide, ester, acid, or amine terminal end group. The emulsion is stabilized with an alkylene oxide containing emulsion stabilizer. The polyamide resin is stabilized with a resin stabilizer containing an atom with a certain electronegativity. The emulsions of the present invention are substantially transparent and when colorants are added the color is especially bright and clear. The emulsions are used in lipstick and mascara products as well as other gel and stick products.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to cationic nanoparticles, methods to make them, and the use of compositions containing said nanoparticles in personal care compositions or formulations. The nanoparticles are useful in personal care applications and impart antimicrobial properties to home and personal care products containing them. These cationic nanoparticles also contribute useful conditioning properties to hair-care and skin-care products.

Abstract: A personal care composition is provided with a silicone compound and being aesthetically modified for improved skinfeel with a polyhydroxy quaternary ammonium salt of structure (I): wherein X? is selected from the group consisting of chloride, bromide, hydroxyl, sulphate, phosphate, methosulphate, carboxyl, citrate and tartrate; and (ii) from about 0.05 to about 50% of silicone by weight of the composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising at least one acrylic thickener and at least one oil, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: Provided are cosmetic compositions of incompatible cosmetic composition provided long term stability by the interfacial reaction of two immiscible polymers having complementary reactive pair functional groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising at least one acrylic thickener having a high viscosity and a low solids content, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides an oily base for a cosmetic comprising an ester compound made from a multivalent alcohol and a fatty acid, characterized in that the ester compound is made from dipentaerythritol and at least one fatty acid selected from the group consisting of fatty acids having 5 to 16 carbon atoms and a molar ratio of a dipentaerythritol residue to a fatty acid residue having 5 to 16 carbon atoms in the ester compound is 1.0:3.0 to 1.0:6.0. The aforesaid oily base for a cosmetic has proper oily feeling with moistness, no uncomfortable sticky feeling, excellent safety to the skin and adhesion to the skin, excellent gloss-holding ability after application to the skin, and excellent compatibility with various oil agents. In addition, upon blending the ester compound in various cosmetics, the cosmetics also have proper emollient property.

Abstract: A method for stimulating hair growth includes providing a topical composition including a purified oil extract from Melaleuca alternifolia, also known as tea tree. The method may further include applying the topical composition to the skin surrounding the follicles of the human hair at least once a day. A method for preventing the loss of human hair includes providing a topical composition including a purified oil extract from Melaleuca alternifolia, also known as tea tree. The method may further include applying the topical composition to the skin surrounding the follicles of the human hair at least once a day.

Abstract: A semi-permanent mascara which includes a pharmaceutical grade cyanoacrylate that is mixed with a small amount of irregularly-shaped, micro- or nano-sized polytetrafluoroethene fibers, and then professionally applied to the eyelashes creating a semipermanent mascara application that is 100% waterproof, will not run, smear, or smudge, and lasts 2 to 3 weeks.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for making up and/or caring for keratinous fibers. The composition includes at least: an oily phase formed at least of isododecane, and at least 4% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of at least one oil of volatility that is less than that of isododecane; at least 9% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of active material including at least one liposoluble film-forming polymer; and a particulate phase containing at least one compound selected from pigments, nacres, fillers, and waxes.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions for eyelashes such as mascaras, topcoats and basecoats containing (a) at least one fatty alkoxylated dimeric compound; and (b) at least one polymeric compound selected from the group consisting of a polyorganosiloxane-containing polymer, a non-silicone polyamide copolymer, a hydrocarbon resin, a styrene-containing copolymer, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition includes a boron nitride complex powder in which particles of metal oxide are attached to at least a part of the surface of a base material consisting of boron nitride. The metal oxide is preferably a combination of titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide, red iron oxide and black iron oxide. Preferred compositions include liquid or powder foundation, lipstick, eye shadow, eye liner and mascara. The cosmetic composition including a cosmetic powder is capable of imparting smoothness to the touch, lively finish with fine texture and natural glow, and adhesion to the skin when applied to the skin.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising at least one volatile solvent, at least one crosslinked silicone film former, at least one silicone gum, and at least one pigment composition present in an amount sufficient to provide the cosmetic composition with a pigment contrast ratio of greater than 35 and a method for maximizing the intensity and opacity of a color cosmetic composition.