Abstract: This invention relates to a practical and effective process for converting esterified xanthophylls, including zeaxanthin, to non-esterified xanthophylls through saponification. In addition, the invention provides a process for obtaining esterified zeaxanthin in high yields and purities, isolating the xanthophylls from interfering substances such as waxes, oils, and fats. A product of this process is a zeaxanthin rich substrate that is suitable for use in foods, nutritional supplements, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and related products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to personal care compositions comprising certain dye-polymer complexes. Additionally, methods for coloration of personal care compositions using said dye-polymer complexes are disclosed.

Abstract: A light emitting composition including first color emitters and second color emitters. The first color emitters are configured to emit, upon exposure to an energy source, visible light at a target color in response to absorption of energy across a first band of wavelengths. The second color emitters are configured to emit, upon exposure to the energy source, visible light at the target color in response to absorption of energy across a second band of wavelengths. The light intensity observable at the target color is enhanced relative to reflected white light without emission from the first and second color emitters. The light emitting composition can be a part of a paint, an ink, a fabric, a thread, a road sign, a highway marking, an automobile, a boat, a plane, a reflector, a building product, a concrete product, an epoxy product, a jewelry product, colored contact lens, a candle product, a rubber product, a plastic product, or other colored surface.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for caring for and/or making up the skin, lips and/or body in the form of a film, which is non-transferable, long-lasting with a comfortable feeling of use to consumers over long periods of wear time. The composition contains graftable POSS which forms a film when it cures in situ. The invention also relates to using such film for preparing a cosmetic composition and a makeup process and makeup kit comprising the product.

Abstract: Mascara compositions containing a keratin conditioning agent, alone or in combination with an emollient/moisturizing agent, provide increased resistance of eyelash hair fibers to breaking. Low viscosity mascara composition of the invention containing low concentrations of surfactant and wax are easily removable from the eyelashes. Mascara compositions of the invention reduce eyelash damage and though having low viscosity (as compared to typical prior art compositions) surprisingly provide excellent buildup, lengthening and wear.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions containing (a) at least one bimodal film former; and (b) at least one cross-linked starch as well as to methods of using such compositions and kits containing such compositions.

Abstract: Copolymers having linked internal polyether blocks and internal polyamide blocks have advantageous physical properties and solvent-gelling abilities. The copolymer may be prepared from a reaction mixture that contains 1,4-cyclohexane dicarboxylic acid (CHDA) and poly(alkyleneoxy)diamine (PAODA). Optionally, the reaction mixture contains no monofunctional compound reactive with either amine or carboxylic acid groups, however some of this monofunctional compound may be present. Dimer diamine and/or dimer acid may be present in the reaction mixture. A copolymer may also be prepared from a reaction mixture containing dimer acid and at least two diamine compound(s) including PAODA and short-chain aliphatic diamine having 2-6 carbons (SDA), wherein: a) the reaction mixture comprises x grams of PAODA and y grams of SDA, and x/(x+y) is 0.8-0.98; b) the reaction mixture weighs z grams, and x/z is at least 0.

Abstract: Goniochromatic/light reflecting cosmetic compositions well suited for making up the skin, lips, hair or integuments, contain (a) at least one goniochromatic coloring agent and (b) an amount of light reflective particles different from said at least one goniochromatic coloring agent and selected from the group consisting of (i) particles of a natural or synthetic substrate at least partially coated with at least one layer of at least one metal, (ii) particles of a synthetic substrate at least partially coated with at least one layer of at least one metallic compound, (iii) particles which comprise a stack of at least two layers of materials having different refractive indices, at least one of such layers optionally comprising a polymer, and (iv) metal oxide particles, formulated into (c) a topically applicable, physiologically acceptable medium therefor.

Abstract: A volatile oily composition includes from 50 to 100% by weight of a mixture of paraffins and from 0 to 50% by weight of at least one non-volatile oil. Cosmetic compositions containing the abovementioned oily composition, and the cosmetic uses of the cosmetic compositions, particularly for making up and/or caring for and/or protecting skin, lips, eyelashes and/or nails, and in antiperspirant/deodorant compositions are also described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to long wearing, water-resistant mascara including an oil-soluble polar modified polymer and an amine compound.

Abstract: The present invention provides peptides and supported peptides for treating various diseases and conditions. In particularly preferred embodiments, the present invention provides compositions and methods for personal care. In some embodiments, the present invention provides compositions for use in skin and/or hair care, as well as cosmetic compositions. In alternative particularly preferred embodiments, the present invention provides peptides and supported peptides for treating diseases of the skin, such as rosacea. In some particularly preferred embodiments, the supported peptides of the present invention are anti-VEGF peptides. In alternative particularly preferred embodiments, the anti-VEGF peptides are expressed on a scaffold protein. In some most preferred embodiments, the scaffold protein comprises BBI.

Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions containing a arginine, and a preservative system comprising from about 0.5% to about 15% of an alcohol, by weight, based on the total weight of the cosmetic composition. Also disclosed are methods for making the cosmetic composition and applying it to keratinous tissue such as skin in order to enhance its appearance.

Abstract: A natural emulsifying or coemulsifying agent is formed from fatty acids of olive oil emulsified with 5 to 8 mol ethoxylated cetyl stearyl alcohol. This natural emulsifier is particularly suited for applications in the field of cosmetics, particularly in cosmetic creams, to produce products exhibiting a pleasant silk touch, with hydrating properties and good smoothness.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a volumizing eye make-up composition having a creamy texture and feel containing: (a) at least one alkyl ethoxylated polymer wax; (b) at least one polar modified polymer; (c) water; (d) optionally, at least one non-volatile solvent; (e) optionally, at least one volatile solvent; and (f) at least one colorant, and wherein the composition preferably has a solids content of less than 40% by weight, based on the weight of the composition.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of reducing the appearance of coloring streaks in a composition that has a colorant comprising adding a guar gum containing compound to said composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic that contains glycerin modified on both ends with silicone represented by the following general formula (a). In this formula, R1 denotes a straight chain or branched alkyl group having 1-12 carbon atoms or phenyl group, R2 denotes an alkylene group having 2-11 carbon atoms, m is 10-120, and n is 1-11. The object of the present invention is to provide a cosmetic that contains glycerin modified on both ends with silicone and is superior in terms of the sensation during use and the powder dispersion stability.

Abstract: An oil-based cosmetic composition having high temperature stability, giving a coating film after evaporation of a solvent having a high gloss, and excellent in forming of a coloring material when the coloring matter, particularly a hair cosmetic composition such as mascara, etc., containing (a) a dextrin fatty acid ester, (b) a sucrose fatty acid ester having an average substitution degree of the ester of 3 to 8, and (c) an optional oil component which is solid at 30° C. in an amount of 5 mass % or less and, if desired, (d) a fluid oil which is liquid at 30° C. (i.e., not evaporating at an ordinary temperature) in an amount of 1 to 50 mass %, (e) a coloring material in an amount of 0.01 to 30 mass %, (f) a coating agent in an amount of 1 to 40 mass %, and (g) a volatile oil in an amount of 30 to 80 mass %.

Abstract: Compositions, in one embodiment a transfer resistant cosmetic composition, which may also be pliable and comfortable to wear upon application to a substrate. The compositions comprise, more particularly, at least one structuring polymer and at least one silicone resin. The invention, in one embodiment, relates to cosmetic, dermatological, and pharmaceutical products containing this composition.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a lengthening and smudge proof mascara composition for making up eye lashes having: (a) at least one alkyl ethoxylated polymer wax; (b) at least one oil soluble polar modified polymer; (c) at least one oil soluble high carbon polar modified polymer; (d) water; (e) at least one non-volatile oil capable of solubilizing the polar modified polymers; (f) optionally, at least one volatile solvent; and (g) optionally, at least one colorant, and wherein the composition does not require fibers to be dispersed therein.

Abstract: Personal care formulations containing alkyl ketal esters having the structure wherein a is 0 or an integer of 1 to 12; b is 0 or 1; R2 is a divalent C1-8 group optionally substituted with up to 5 hydroxyl groups; and R1 is C1-6 alkyl.

Abstract: Disclosed is a multi-phase mascara product, including a first container having disposed therein a first phase comprising a wax, a second container having disposed therein a second phase comprising a film forming polymer, and a third container into which relative amounts of said first and second phases may be introduced, wherein upon mixing of the first and second phases, the third container comprises the wax, the film-forming polymer, a solvent and a thickener, wherein if the solvent and thickener are oil-soluble, they are present in the first phase, and if the solvent is aqueous and the thickener is water-soluble, they are present in the second phase. Also disclosed are methods of producing the mascara, by mixing relative amounts of the phases into a separate container. Further disclosed are methods of making up the eye lashes by application of the mascara.

Abstract: Oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions and microemulsions containing elastomeric silanes or siloxanes preferably having quaternary ammonium groups are generally made by reacting organic quaternary ammonium compounds having epoxide groups or halohydrin groups, with silanes or siloxanes having amino groups. The reaction is carried out in an aqueous polar phase containing a crosslinking agent and surfactant. The emulsions and microemulsions are especially useful for treating hair, skin, or the underarm.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to long wear, washable and waterproof eye makeup composition having a unique texture and feel containing: (a) at least one polyamine; (b) at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer; (c) at least one oil-soluble high carbon polar modified polymer; (d) water; (e) optionally, at least one non-volatile oil capable of solubilizing the polar modified polymers; (d) optionally, at least one volatile solvent; (e) optionally, at least one colorant; and (f) optionally, at least one high-temperature melting wax.

Abstract: A subject-matter of the invention is a cosmetic method for making up or for the nontherapeutic care of keratinous substances chosen from the nails, skin, lips or eyelashes, the method consisting in: a. depositing on the said keratinous substances at least one layer of at least one first composition comprising at least one first noncrosslinked polyrotaxane and at least one second noncrosslinked polyrotaxane, b. subjecting the said composition, simultaneously with or subsequent to its application, to at least one chemical, physicochemical and/or mechanical stimulus.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a washable eye makeup composition having waterproof and smudge-resistant properties containing: (a) at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer; (b) at least one polyamine; (c) at least one alkyl ethoxylated polymer wax; (d) water; (e) at least one non-volatile solvent capable of solubilising the polar modified polymer; (e) at least one volatile solvent; and (f) optionally, at least one colorant.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition comprising, as film-forming agent, an aliphatic polyurethane based on dialkyl tartrate diol in a mixture of organic solvents and cosmetically acceptable ingredients.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a method for treating eyelashes. The method may include applying the bonding agent directly, via one or more applicators, to the one or more eyelashes and sculpting the bonding agent along a length of the one or more eyelashes to coat and shape the one or more eyelashes. Other embodiments and implementations are also within the scope of the present disclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispersion of polymer particles in a liquid carbon-based medium, the said particles having a flexible polymeric core and being surface-stabilized with a block stabilizing polymer comprising at least one block that is soluble in the said carbon-based medium and at least one block that is insoluble in the said carbon-based medium. The invention also relates to a cosmetic composition comprising the said dispersion, and to a cosmetic treatment process using the said composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mascara containing fibre components and a method for producing the same. Said mascara contains (in % by weight) 0.1-10 of at least one oil-soluble or oil-dispersible polymer or copolymer, 0.3-10 of a natural or synthetic fibre with an average length of between 3 and 6 mm, 10-30 of a natural or synthetic wax which hardens at 25° C., 1-10 of a synthetic wax which is liquid at 18° C. and above, 0.5-10 of inorganic pigments, organic colourants and mixtures thereof, 40-80 water and cosmetic auxiliaries, active agents and mixtures thereof making up the remainder up to 100% by weight, wherein said mascara does not contain any water-soluble or water-dispersible hydrophilic polymers, film-forming agents, thickeners or clays. The fibres are separated very well and the mascara shows a very good balance between its adhesive properties and the brittleness of the mascara film.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a washable eye makeup composition having waterproof and smudge-resistant properties containing: (a) at least one oil-soluble high carbon polar modified polymer; (b) at least one polyamine; (c) water; (d) optionally, at least one non-volatile solvent capable of solubilizing the polar modified polymer; (d) at least one volatile solvent; and (e) at least one colorant.

Abstract: Dyestuff of plant origin is obtained from a colored part of a plant species, the cell tissues of which contain iridisomes responsible for the coloration of said part. Most particularly, a blue dyestuff is obtained from the arils of the seeds of the plant species Ravenala madagascariensis. Compositions, in particular cosmetic compositions, are especially intended for making up the skin or superficial body growths, containing said dyestuff.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cosmetic composition comprising at least one heat-expandable compound. Further disclosed herein a cosmetic treatment process, comprising applying to a support to be treated the composition and a packaging and application assembly.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cosmetic composition for coating keratin fibers, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable aqueous medium, at least one thickener, wherein the composition has a threading nature dmax of greater than or equal to 12 mm, as well as a method for obtaining at least one effect chosen from a smooth and uniform film deposited on keratin fibers, a lengthening effect, and a separating effect, comprising applying the composition to the keratin fibers.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cosmetic composition containing at least one styrene/acrylate copolymer and retaining gloss properties, comfort without irritation, and staying power for up to about 8 hours.

Abstract: The invention relates to an anhydrous cosmetic composition for making up and/or caring for the eyelashes and/or the eyebrows, comprising at least one volatile hydrocarbon solvent of C9-C15 volatile linear alkane(s) type having an evaporation rate of less than or equal to 0.13 mg/cm2/min, and comprises less than 25% by weight of non-volatile oil relative to the total weight of the composition and less than 35% by weight of surfactant relative to the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pigment colorants and more directly to a pigment composition comprising a pigment treated with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide polymer in the presence of added water. The invention also relates to a method grinding a mixture containing a pigment with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide in the presence of added water.

Abstract: Composition for making up keratin fibres, such as eyelashes or eyebrows, having improved makeup-removing properties, containing in a continuous aqueous phase: an aqueous dispersion of a particular polyurethane present in an amount of solids greater than or equal to 5% by weight relative to the total weight of said composition, and said composition comprising an emulsifying system comprising less than 2% by weight of triethanolamine.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one aqueous polyurethane dispersion, at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer, at least one alkoxylated fatty alcohol, and at least one polyamine compound having at least two amine groups.

Abstract: A process for preparing a copolymer composition A) by free-radical copolymerization of a monomer composition comprising: a) acrylic acid, b) optionally at least one compound, different from a), having a free-radically polymerizable, ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bond and at least one anionogenic and/or anionic group per molecule, c) at least one free-radically polymerizable crosslinking compound which comprises at least two ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bonds per molecule. The process is performed by precipitation polymerization in the presence of an auxiliary composition H) comprising H1) glycerol monostearate, and H2) at least one compound with an HLB value in the range from 4 to 10, selected from water-insoluble natural waxes, nonionic emulsifiers and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a household, agricultural, coating or personal care product composition containing the crosslinked reaction product of a network composition the reaction product of: (i) at least one anionic polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomer (I) selected from the group consisting of [CH2?C(R3)C(O)OXa(C2H4O)b(C3H6O)c(C4H8O)d]pP(O)(OY)q(OZ)r where R3?H or alkyl of 1 to about 6 carbon atoms; X=alkyl, aryl, or alkaryl diradical connecting group of 0 to about 9 carbon atoms; a is 0 to about 100; b is 0 to about 100; c is 0 to about 100; d is 0 to about 100; q is 0 to about 2; r is 0 to about 2; p is 1 to about 3 subject to the limitation that p+q+r=3; and Y and Z is H, or metal ion; and CH2?C(R3)C(O)OXa?(C2H4O)b?(C3H6O)c?(C4H8O)d?—SO3—Y) where R3?H or alkyl of from 1 to about 6 carbon atoms; X=alkyl, aryl, or alkaryl diradical connecting group of 0 to about 9 carbon atoms; a? is 0 to about 100; b? is 0 to about 100; c? is 0 to about 100; d? is 0 to about 100; Y is H

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one aqueous polyurethane dispersion, at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer, and at least one polyamine compound having at least two amine groups.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for make-up and/or care of keratin fibres comprising at least one emulsifying system free from triethanolamine stearate, characterized in that it contains behenyl alcohol, and in that the texture value measured by texture analysis counting from preparation of said composition, namely 24 hours after manufacture of the composition, is greater than 20 g at room temperature.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising aqueous polyurethane dispersions and at least one hard wax.

Abstract: Modified colorants are made from a modifying agent, such as platelet alumina, and a colorant. The colorant may be fixed to the surface of the modifying agent, optionally with a surface treatment. The colorant may not completely coat the surface of the modifying agent, and the edge of the modifying agent may be substantially free of colorant. The modified colorants may be used in cosmetic products.

Abstract: A stable emulsion cosmetic having an excellent texture in use, and in particular, a solid emulsion cosmetic which is stable in a system containing a large amount of water is provided. The complex consists of an organosiloxane derivative represented by the following formula (1) or (2) and an amphoteric surfactant and/or semipolar surfactant.

Abstract: Article of manufacture comprising a substrate and a coating layer. The coating layer comprises at least one coating material, and is stably affixed to the substrate to form a stable, coated surface. The coated surface has a texture that mimics the topography of mammalian keratinous tissue and demonstrates at least one physical property representative of mammalian keratinous tissue, selected from the group consisting of a total surface energy of from about 15 mJ/m2 to about 50 mJ/m2, a dispersive component of the surface energy of from about 15 mJ/m2 to about 50 mJ/m2, a polar component of the total surface energy of from about 1 mJ/m2 to about 14 mJ/m2, a zeta-potential at a pH of about 5.0 of from about ?40 mV to about 30 mV, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A method of coating eyelashes and/or eyelids with a cosmetic composition that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. In one embodiment of this invention the mascara composition comprises less than about 3.0%, preferably less than about 1.0%, even more preferably less than 0.1%, by weight, of wax and wax like components. In another embodiment, the mascara is substantially free of wax. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics.

Abstract: A method of coating eyelashes and/or eyelids with a cosmetic composition that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for making and using compositions comprising an emulsion comprising at least one dimethicone, at least one linear hydrocarbon wax, and at least one compatibilizing agent. In one embodiment, the emulsions are capable of being molded into sticks.

Abstract: Cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more polysiloxanes functionalized with at least one carbamate group are described. In a preferred embodiment the compositions are emulsions wherein the one or more polysiloxanes may advantageously be used as emulsifier.