Liquid Make-up Patents (Class 514/845)
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Patent number: 6001373Abstract: A make-up composition in the form of a water-in-oil or oil-in-water emulsion comprising silicone oil selected from volatile silicones, non-volatile silicones and mixtures thereof, optionally humectant, at least one coated or uncoated iron-oxide type pigment and a TiO.sub.2 -coated platelet-type interference pigment material having a TiO.sub.2 layer thickness of from about 120 nm to about 160 nm or a whole number multiple thereof.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 1996Date of Patent: December 14, 1999Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Kataline Igo-Kemenes, Alison Ruth Boxshall, Sian Morris
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Patent number: 5997887Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions which provide good coverage of skin imperfections, e.g., pores and uneven skin tone, while retaining a natural skin appearance. The compositions contain a charged particulate material dispersed throughout a thickened, hydrophilic carrier. The charged particulate material allows the compositions to have a Coverage Efficiency Ratio of greater than about 20.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 1997Date of Patent: December 7, 1999Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Robert Bao Kim Ha, Timothy John Fowler
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Patent number: 5993834Abstract: The present invention relates to a pigment composition comprising a pigment treated with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide polymer in the absence of added water. The invention also relates to a method grinding a mixture containing of a pigment with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide in the absence of added water. Such pigment compositions are particularly useful as the colorant in cosmetic compositions.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 1997Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: E-L Management Corp.Inventors: Amit R. Shah, Carl C. Orr, Nicole B. Huggins
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Patent number: 5993795Abstract: A protein composition derived from sesame seed is disclosed, which contains 40-95% by weight of crude proteins, 1-50% by weight of carbohydrate, 0-5% by weight of fat, 0-1% by weight of fiber, and 0.2-3% by weight of physiologically active substances derived from sesame seed, based on the dry weight of the composition and which is characterized in that when the protein composition is suspended at room temperature in pure water of pH 7 at a concentration of 5% by weight, not less than 80% by weight of the protein composition is dissolved in the pure water. A foodstuff or a cosmetic article containing the protein composition is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 1996Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: Takemoto Yushi Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Toshihiko Osawa, Keiko Nagai, Kyoko Shibuya
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Patent number: 5993832Abstract: An oil-in-water emulsion comprising an aqueous phase, a fatty phase, at least one silicone surfactant comprising at least one anionic group and at least one acidic compound other than the silicone surfactant, and a composition comprising such an emulsion. The invention also relates to the use of a silicone surfactant comprising at least one anionic group for the preparation of a stable emulsion comprising at least one acidic compound other than the silicone surfactant.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 1997Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Raluca Lorant, Nadia Terren, Sophie Favre, Jacqueline Griat
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Patent number: 5994414Abstract: A stable, water-thin emulsion is formed by processing a crude emulsion through a high pressure homogenizer at a pressure of about 900 to about 1100 bar. This emulsion contains low levels of emulsifier and contains no post addition stabilizers.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 1997Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Philip Franco, Jeffrey Heine
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Patent number: 5976556Abstract: Novel compositions comprising one or more of an acid protease and an acidic buffer, the acidic buffer comprising an acid and a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable carrier, vehicle or excipient, useful for treating or preventing abnormal biological conditions, diseases or disorders, and/or for improving the texture or appearance of the skin, and/or for enhancing epidermal exfoliation and/or for enhancing epidermal cell renewal and to methods for the use of the compositions. The acid protease comprises one or more proteolytic enzymes which exhibit proteolytic activity at pH values below that of the surface of the skin, i.e., approximately pH 5.5. The acidic buffer comprises inorganic and/or organic acids or mixtures thereof with a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable carrier, vehicle or excipient. The buffer is capable of reducing the pH of the surface of the skin to less than pH 5.5 and is susceptible to neutralization by normal epidermal processes.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 1996Date of Patent: November 2, 1999Assignee: Active Organics, Inc.Inventors: Scott J. Norton, Michael A. Bishop, Glen S. Gillis
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Patent number: 5972341Abstract: Extracts of the plant Commiphora mukul are used as pigmenting agents and melanocyte culture agents, and for the manufacture of cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions. Particularly preferred are extracts of the formula IIa, designated Commipherol, and abstracts of the formula IIb designated Commipherin.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 1998Date of Patent: October 26, 1999Assignee: Parfums Christian DiorInventors: Patrice Andre, Stephane Lhermite, Fran.cedilla.oise Pellicier
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Patent number: 5972354Abstract: This patent application relates to a composition capable of being applied to the skin and/or the mucosae, including a polymeric system which includes an aqueous dispersion of particles of film-forming polymer, the said polymeric system making it possible to obtain a supple and flexible film. The invention also relates to the use of such a polymeric system in such an, especially cosmetic, composition.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 1996Date of Patent: October 26, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Valerie de la Poterie, Isabelle Bara
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Patent number: 5968533Abstract: Skin care compositions and methods are provided for improving the appearance of skin affected by aging, photodamage and/or oxidative stress. Specifically, adhesive materials containing cosmetically active ingredients, e.g., one or more antioxidants such as Vitamins A, C and/or E, or moisturizers are applied in concentrated dry powdered form to target areas including the frownline area of the forehead, the front of the neck, the crows-feet area near the eyes, the upper lip and the nasolabial area using a transdermal patch having an acidity approximating human skin acidity of 5.5, preferably by an appropriate ratio of ascorbic acid and ascorbate salts.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 1998Date of Patent: October 19, 1999Inventors: Steven S. Porter, Francine E. Porter
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Patent number: 5965145Abstract: A composition is described in which honey is the keratolytic agent in a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition, in particular as an active agent for improving the radiance of the complexion and/or for smoothing the skin of the face and/or body and/or for treating wrinkles and fine lines. The composition makes it possible to gently combat the ageing of the skin of the human face and/or body.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 1997Date of Patent: October 12, 1999Assignee: L'orealInventors: Catherine Marion, Anne Vanstraceele
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Patent number: 5961994Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one nonionic surface-active agent from the alkyl polyglycoside class and/or one polyglycerolated nonionic surface-active agent and at least one crosslinked copolymer of maleic anhydride/(C.sub.1 -C.sub.5)alkyl vinyl ether, as well as to a cosmetic treatment process consisting in applying to keratinous matter a cosmetically effective quantity of this composition.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 1997Date of Patent: October 5, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Daniele Cauwet, Claude Dubief
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Patent number: 5962000Abstract: An external skin treatment composition comprising (i) vitamin A and (ii) at least one skin roughening improvement aid selected from the group consisting of (a) polyoxyalkylene modified organopolysiloxanes, (b) sugars, and (c) anti-inflammatory agents.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 1998Date of Patent: October 5, 1999Assignee: Shiseido Company, Ltd.Inventors: Takeshi Yanagida, Sakamoto Okihiko
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Patent number: 5958432Abstract: Cosmetic/pharmaceutical compositions, well suited for the treatment of a variety of mammalian disorders of, for example, the skin, hair and/or mucous membranes, a manifestation of which is an excess in the synthesis and/or in the release of substance P, e.g., for the treatment of cutaneous disorders and sensitive skin, comprise an effective substance P antagonist amount of at least one .beta.-adrenergic agonist, e.g., salbutamol, in a cosmetically/pharmaceutically acceptable medium therefor.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 1996Date of Patent: September 28, 1999Assignee: Societe L'Oreal S.A.Inventors: Lionel Breton, Olivier de Lacharriere, Jacques Leclaire
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Patent number: 5958434Abstract: The present invention relates to a stable fluid water-in-oil emulsion, in particular a topical emulsion, comprising, as gelling agent, a polysaccharide alkyl ether formed from units containing at least two different monosaccharide rings, each unit containing at least one hydroxyl group substituted by a saturated hydrocarbon alkyl chain. The polysaccharide alkyl ether preferably has a weight average molecular weight greater than 200,000 and preferably is a guar gum alkyl ether having a degree of substitution of approximately 2 to 3. The emulsion obtained is stable, even in the absence of an electrolyte or a fatty substance commonly used to stabilize water-in-oil emulsions. It can in particular contain an active ingredient sensitive to electrolytes. The emulsion according to the invention can be used in particular in the cosmetics and/or dermatological fields.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 1997Date of Patent: September 28, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Pascal Simon, Didier Gagnebien
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Patent number: 5948416Abstract: The present invention relates to leave on, skin care compositions, comprising: (A) from about 0.001% to about 20% of an active ingredient, (B) from about 1% to about 20% of a stable, hydrophobic, structuring agent selected from the group consisting of saturated C.sub.16 to C.sub.30 fatty alcohols, saturated C.sub.16 to C.sub.30 fatty alcohols containing from about 1 to about 5 moles of ethylene oxide, saturated C.sub.16 to C.sub.30 diols, saturated C.sub.16 to C.sub.30 monoglycerol ethers, saturated C.sub.16 to C.sub.30 hydroxy fatty acids, and mixtures thereof, having a melting point of at least about 45.degree. C.; and (C) from about 0.05% to about 10% of a hydrophilic surfactant selected from the group consisting of anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, zwitterionic surfactants, and mixtures thereof, and (D) from about 25% to about 98.949% water. These compositions are useful for delivering a wide variety of active ingredients to the skin.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 1996Date of Patent: September 7, 1999Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Julie Ann Wagner, Joseph Michael Zukowski, Larry Richard Robinson, George Endel Deckner, Marie Antoinette Rinaldi, Victoria Claire Szymanski
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Patent number: 5945095Abstract: The present application relates to a composition, in particular a cosmetic, dermatological, hygiene or pharmaceutical composition, to care for and/or make up the skin, which composition may be in the form of a compact powder or a cast product, comprising a dispersion of polymer particles in a fatty substance. Furthermore, the invention relates to the use of this dispersion in such a composition.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 1997Date of Patent: August 31, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Nathalie Mougin, Isabelle Bara, Jean Mondet
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Patent number: 5939082Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions comprising a vitamin B.sub.3 compound which are useful for regulating skin condition, especially for regulating the signs of skin aging.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 1997Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: John Erich Oblong, Donald Lynn Bissett, Kimberly Ann Biedermann
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Patent number: 5939083Abstract: Nongreasy, nonsticky cosmetic and/or dermatological compositions for topical application to human skin and/or hair, characteristically without imparting a shiny appearance thereto, contain at least one fatty substance and an amount of deformable hollow particulates effective to avoid the greasy and/or sticky feel otherwise attributable to the at least one fatty substance, said deformable hollow particulates comprising a copolymer of vinylidene chloride, acrylonitrile and a (meth)acrylic comonomer and having a particle size ranging from 1 .mu.m to 250 .mu.m.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 1997Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: Centre International de Recherches Dermatologiques GaldermaInventors: Josiane Allec, Eve Ferrara, Isabelle Bara
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Patent number: 5939079Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the dispersion of at least one pulverulent organic filler and/or of at least one pulverulent inorganic filler in a vehicle composed of at least one fatty phase, by mixing the filler or fillers in the vehicle by high-pressure homogenization in one or a number of passes, to the cosmetic or dermatological compositions capable of being obtained by this process. The present invention also relates to the use of the compositions obtained by this process as the basis for care, make-up and/or hygiene products. The present invention also relates to the use of the compositions obtained by this process as the basis for products for protecting the skin, hair, scalp, nails, eyelashes, eyebrows and/or mucous membranes against the effects of ultraviolet radiation.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 1997Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Isabelle Le Royer, Catherine Thibaut
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Patent number: 5939078Abstract: A wrinkle-care product, an aging-preventive cosmetic and a skin cosmetic each comprising a guanidine derivative of formula (I) or an acid addition salt thereof: ##STR1## wherein R1 represents a hydrogen atom, a lower alkyl group or --(AO).sub.m --(BO).sub.n --D--E ?wherein A and B may be the same or different and each represents an alkylene group having 2 to 8 carbon atoms; D represents a binding hand, --CO--, or an unsubstituted or substituted alkylene group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms; E represents a hydrogen atom, a lower alkyl group, an aralkyl group or an unsubstituted or substituted aryl group; m is a number of from 1 to 6; and n is a number of from 0 to 6!; k is a number of from 1 to 10; and G represents a hydrogen atom, a hydroxyl group, a carboxyl group, a sulfonate group or a phosphate group. These products are excellent in the effects of inhibiting wrinkling and smoothing wrinkles without damaging the physiological conditions of the skin.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 1996Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: Kao CorporationInventors: Tsutomu Fujimura, Ayumi Ogawa, Kazue Tsukahara, Yoshinori Takema, Minoru Nagai, Toshiya Ono
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Patent number: 5939077Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising a mixture of ceramides, as well as to a process for treating the skin or keratin fibers that comprises applying to the skin or keratin fibers the cosmetic composition.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 1996Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Didier Saint-Leger, Genevieve Kaba, Georges Hussler
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Patent number: 5932608Abstract: Topically applicable dermocosmetic compositions for whitening/depigmenting human skin, comprise a skin-whitening/depigmenting effective amount of at least one melatonin derivative having the structural formula (I): in which R.sub.1 is a lower alkyl radical, R.sub.2 is a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl radical, and R.sub.3 is a hydrogen atom or a lower acyl radical, with the proviso that the hydroxyl radical is in the 4-, 6- or 7-position on the indole ring system, or a physiologically acceptable salt, solvate or bioprecursor/prodrug thereof, formulated into a topically applicable, cosmetically/dermatologically acceptable vehicle, carrier or diluent therefor.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 1997Date of Patent: August 3, 1999Assignee: Societe L'Oreal S.A.Inventors: Quang Lan Nguyen, Jean-Fran.cedilla.ois Nadaud
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Patent number: 5928653Abstract: The use of at least one homogeneous polyholoside in a cleansing and/or makeup remover composition for the skin and/or mucosae and/or eyes, comprising a cosmetically or dermatologically acceptable vehicle is disclosed, as is a composition for cleansing and/or removing makeup from the skin and/or mucosae and/or eyes, which comprises at least one homogeneous polyholoside.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 1997Date of Patent: July 27, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Anne Vanstraceele, Catherine Marion
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Patent number: 5925364Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or dermatological composition comprising an emulsion of oil-in-water type formed of oily globules which are each provided with a lamellar liquid crystal coating and are dispersed in an aqueous phase. Each oily globule containing at least one lipophilic compound which is cosmetically or dermatologically active is individually coated with a monolamellar or aligolamellar layer obtained from at least one lipophilic surface-active agent, from at least one hydrophilic surface-active agent and from at least one ionic amphiphilic lipid imparting to the emulsion a pH ranging from 5.5 to 7.5, the coated oily globules having a mean diameter of less than 500 nanometers.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 1995Date of Patent: July 20, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Alain Ribier, Jean-Thierry Simonnet, Jacques Michelet
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Patent number: 5925363Abstract: Cosmetic, hygienic or dermopharmaceutical composition characterized in that it comprises, in combination, at least one superoxide-dismutase and at least one melanin pigment. In such a composition the melanin pigment reinforces synergistically the action of the SOD against free radicals. Application especially to combating cell aging and to the protection of the skin, of the hair and of the mucosa against the harmful and unaesthetic effects caused by free radicals.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 1994Date of Patent: July 20, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Christian Colin, Quang Lan N'Guyen
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Patent number: 5919441Abstract: An invention is disclosed which comprises gelling agents which (1) contain both siloxane groups and hydrogen-bonding groups to thicken compositions containing silicone fluids (volatile and/or non-volatile silicone fluids); (2) are non-flowable solids at room temperature; and (3) dissolve in a fluid which contains silicone at a temperature of 25-250 degrees C to form a translucent or clear solution at a temperature in this range. Cosmetic compositions may be made by adding at least one active ingredient such as an antiperspirant.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 1997Date of Patent: July 6, 1999Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive CompanyInventors: Michael S. Mendolia, Paul J. Vincenti, Morton L. Barr, Anthony Esposito, Yigal Blum, Hans-Werner Schmidt, Huiyong Paul Chen, Gisbert Riess, Hui-Jung Wu
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Patent number: 5916548Abstract: The present invention relates to personal care compositions comprising a copolymer complex and a volatile, hydrophobic solvent component for solubilizing or dispersing the copolymer complex. The copolymer complex is formed by complexing a fatty amine with a copolymer, wherein the copolymer comprises a hydrophobic monomer, a hydrophilic monomer such that at least 1%, by weight of the total copolymer, comprises hydrophilic monomers bearing acidic functional groups and, optionally, a hydrophobic macromonomer.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 1997Date of Patent: June 29, 1999Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Thomas Allen Hutchins, Michael Albert Snyder, Mario Paul Clarizia
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Patent number: 5914116Abstract: A method for a skin treatment regime and a respective product is provided which cosmetically improves human skin. The product includes a first composition containing at least one active and functioning to impart a first benefit to the skin. A second composition is provided which includes a second different active and imparts a second benefit to the skin. The first and second compositions are stored in respective separate containers, which nevertheless are joined together for reminding a consumer to use the compositions in tandem and to facilitate in one sale all necessary elements of a suggested regime. Packaging suitable for this purposes can be a series of stackable jars releasably lockable together through a threaded screw arrangement one above the other.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 1996Date of Patent: June 22, 1999Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Alan Suares, Susan Nettesheim, Michael Indursky, Peter Bertolini
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Patent number: 5902805Abstract: A method for the treatment of acne and/or the effects of ageing, by administering, to a subject in need thereof, a composition containing an effective amount of at least one HMG-Coenzyme A-reductase inhibitor in a carrier that is selected from the group consisting of dermatologically acceptable carriers, cosmetically acceptable carriers, and mixtures thereof, and the compositions for performing the method are provided.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 1997Date of Patent: May 11, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Lionel Breton, Olivier De Lacharriere
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Patent number: 5895657Abstract: Liquid vanillin compositions, well suited as flavoring/perfuming agents for a wide variety of applications, for example in human and animal foodstuffs, cosmetics and perfumes, comprise (a) vanillin, (b) ethylvanillin and (c) an aqueous and/or organic solvent therefor.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 1995Date of Patent: April 20, 1999Assignee: Rhone-Poulenc ChimieInventors: Frederic Fournet, Fran.cedilla.oise Truchet
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Patent number: 5891452Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic or dermatological composition containing at least one active principle precursor capable of releasing an active principle by enzymatic reaction on contact with the Stratum corneum and at least one crosslinked poly(2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulphonic acid) polymer neutralized to at least 90% and to its uses. It generally contains, distributed randomly: (a) from 90 to 99.9% by weight of units of formula (1): ##STR1## in which X.sup.+ denotes a cation or a mixture of cations, it being possible for at most 10 mol % of the cations X.sup.+ to be protons H.sup.+ ; and (b) from 0.01 to 10% by weight of crosslinking units resulting from at least one monomer having at least two olefinic double bonds, the proportions by weight being defined with respect to the total weight of the polymer.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 1997Date of Patent: April 6, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Laurence Sebillote-Arnaud, Raluca Lorant
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Patent number: 5885596Abstract: The invention provides methods and compositions for improving and reducing age-related skin disorders, particularly fine lines and/or wrinkles, including fine wrinkles, on human skin. The cosmetic compositions of the invention are formulated with less than effective amounts of anti-wrinkle active agents (e.g., drugs) or are devoid of such active agents, which include .alpha.-hydroxy acid and derivatives and salts thereof, tretinoin and derivatives and salts thereof, or vitamin C, and which are typically used for treating and reducing skin lines and/or wrinkles. As tested in clinical trials, the compositions of the invention reduced and improved fine lines and/or wrinkles as well as, or better than, preparations containing .alpha.-hydroxy acids, .alpha.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 1997Date of Patent: March 23, 1999Assignee: Bristol-Myers Squibb CompanyInventor: Prakash Parab
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Patent number: 5882660Abstract: A personal care composition in the form of an aqueous liquid comprises:i) a lipid composition comprising two components D and E, where D is a molecule having one long hydrocarbon chain and a hydrophillic head group and E is a material which comprises at least one of a compound selected from 3.beta.-sterol; squalane; squalane; saponins or sapogenins of the plant steroid or triterpenoid type; di and tri terpenes such as phytol, retinol and amyrin; and mixtures thereof, wherein D and E are respectively present at levels within the range 0.1 to 10 wt % and 0.2 a to 12 wt % based on the total composition;ii) a surface active agent selected from anionic, nonionic, cationic, zwitterionic, amphoteric surface active agents, soap and mixtures thereof; andiii) a deposition aid; andthe composition is substantially free of a molecule having at least two hydrocarbon chains and a polar head group which satisfies the relationship ##EQU1## where V is the volume of the hydrocarbon chainsI.sub.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 1997Date of Patent: March 16, 1999Assignee: Lever Brothers Company, Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: John George Chambers, Graham Andrew Turner
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Patent number: 5871758Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid dual phase cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising an oil phase and an aqueous phase, the composition containing as a demixing agent a quaternary nitrogen-containing ether substituted alkoxylated alkyl glucoside. The compositions of the invention are particularly useful as makeup removers.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 1996Date of Patent: February 16, 1999Assignee: E-L Management Corp.Inventors: Adrienne Nagy, Linda Najdek, Elena M. Ciriello, Henry Maso, Ralph Vitale
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Patent number: 5871755Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of dehydroalanine derivatives of formula (I) ##STR1## with R.sub.1 : H or linear- or branched-chain C.sub.1 C.sub.4 alkyl, ##STR2## or linear- or branched-chain C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl where X.sub.1, X.sub.2, X.sub.3, X.sub.4 and X.sub.5 =H, halogen, hydroxyl, linear-or branched-chain C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or alkoxy, ##STR3## and n=2, 3 or 4, for protecting the skin, the mucous membranes and/or the hair against oxidative stress and to the cosmetic and dermatological compositions containing such compounds and to new dehydroalanine derivatives.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 1995Date of Patent: February 16, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Sylvie Genard, Jean Baptiste Galey, Michel Hocquaux
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Patent number: 5869070Abstract: The liquid composition is a dual cleanser and mosturizer that is stable and on a macro scale is homogeneous. The dual cleansing and lipid moisturizing liquid composition of this invention comprises: by weight parts of the liquid composition:(a) from about 5 parts to about 30 parts of lipid skin moisturizing agent having a Vaughan Solubility Parameter (VSP) of between 5 and 10;(b) from about 0.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 1996Date of Patent: February 9, 1999Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Thomas Jefferson Dixon, Robert Raymond Schmidt, Mark Leslie Kacher, Constance Sagel Koczwara, Fernando Ray Tollens, Marcus Wayne Evans, Nicholas William Geary
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Patent number: 5863546Abstract: Methods for production of, and the ingredients of, a new and novel line of cosmetics that are simultaneously oil free, lanolin free, fragrance free, free of formaldehyde releasing preservatives, and with all ingredients rated "0" with respect to comedogenicity and irritancy in the published master list of comedogenic and irritating cosmetic ingredients are described. These formulations are thus hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic, nonacnegenic and aesthetically pleasing. The formulated cosmetic products include a moisture cream, moisture lotion, glycolic cream, glycolic lotion, shampoo, cleanser, colored makeup foundation, colored makeup powder, and colored makeup concealer.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 1997Date of Patent: January 26, 1999Inventor: James M Swinehart
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Patent number: 5853711Abstract: A water-in-oil type emulsion cosmetic composition comprising a mixed powder of (A) an organopolysiloxane elastomer spherical powder having an average particle size of 2.0 to 5.0 .mu.m and a particle size distribution of 1 to 15 .mu.m and (B) a hydrophobic silica powder having an average particle size of not more than 0.2 .mu.m, wherein the weight ratio of (A) to (B) is 1:0.1 to 1:5, (C) an oil phase or (C') an oil phase containing at least 30% by weight, based upon the total oil phase component, of silicone oil, (D) an emulsifying agent having an HLB value of not more than 7, and (E) water, and, optionally, (F) a metallic soap or (G) an organically modified clay mineral.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 1996Date of Patent: December 29, 1998Assignee: Shiseido Company, LtdInventors: Tadashi Nakamura, Kenzo Ito
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Patent number: 5849272Abstract: The ultraviolet absorbing composition in accordance with the present invention comprises the following ingredients (A) and (B):(A) 4-tert-butyl-4'-methoxydibenzoylmethane; and(B) a diester which is liquid at 20.degree. C. and has a structure represented by the following general formula (1):R.sub.1 OOC--(CH.sub.2)n--COOR.sub.2 (1)wherein each of R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 is an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, a hydroxyalkyl group, or a hydroxyalkenyl group each having 1 to 19 carbon atoms, and n is an integer of 0 to 6. In the present invention, crystals of (A) are prevented from depositing by using a diester of (B) togetherwith and an ultraviolet absorbing composition in which (A) can be stably compounded in a high concentration and which exhibits excellent feel of use and safety can be obtained thereby.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 1997Date of Patent: December 15, 1998Assignee: Shiseido Co., Ltd.Inventors: Katsuya Baba, Toshihito Yabu, Shoji Nishiyama, Kenzo Ito
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Patent number: 5833999Abstract: Personal treatment compositions including leave-on hair care compositions and leave-on skin care compositions, comprising from about 0.001% to about 50%, preferably from about 0.005% to about 6%, enduring perfume, are disclosed. The enduring perfume provides a lasting olfactory sensation thus minimizing the need to use large amounts.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 1996Date of Patent: November 10, 1998Assignee: The Proctor & Gamble CompanyInventors: Toan Trinh, Dennis Ray Bacon, Angie Trandai
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Patent number: 5833973Abstract: A skin treatment composition is provided which includes a crosslinked non-emulsifying siloxane elastomer, a volatile siloxane and at least 50% by weight of water. Inclusion of the elastomer provides a unique liquid/powdery feel when rubbed into the skin.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 1997Date of Patent: November 10, 1998Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian John Dobkowski, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Michael Charles Cheney, Walter Rose, Salvador Pliego
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Patent number: 5830481Abstract: The invention relates to new cosmetic compositions comprising, in an aqueous medium, at least one lipid ceramide compound and at least one peptide having at least one fatty chain. The invention also relates to an aqueous dispersion comprising a peptide having at least one fatty chain and at least one lipid ceramide compound.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 1995Date of Patent: November 3, 1998Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Daniele Cauwet-Martin, Claude Dubief
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Patent number: 5811107Abstract: This invention relates to a polymer-based cleanser for superficial and deep cleansing of skin.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 1995Date of Patent: September 22, 1998Assignee: SmithKline Beecham CorporationInventors: Balgopal Gangadharan, Marshall A. Hayward
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Patent number: 5804205Abstract: The present invention is a skin care composition which provides a high degree of moisturization without leaving a "tacky" residue on treated skin. The subject composition comprises; (a) from about 2 to about 10 weight percent of a quaternary ammonium compound having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are each alkyl groups having from about 16 to about 22 carbon atoms, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each lower alkyl groups having from about 1 to about 3 carbon atoms, and X is a salt-forming anion, (b) from about 1 to about 40 weight percent of a humectant, and (c) from about 0.01 to about 5 weight percent of non-irritating hydrophobic polymeric microspheres having an average particle size of less than about 50 microns.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 1996Date of Patent: September 8, 1998Assignee: Bausch & Lomb IncorporatedInventors: Howard Epstein, Thomas Menzel, Zhenze Hu
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Patent number: 5804216Abstract: A composition containing a dispersion of lipid vesicles with an aqueous core and/or of lipid vesicles with an oily core. At least one acidic compound is present in the dispersion in an amount which is sufficient to impart a pH of less than 5 to the composition. The lipid membrane of the vesicles with an aqueous core does not contain:(a) acidic amphiphilic lipids(b) or non-hydrogenated soya lecithin in the presence of glycerol in the dispersion.The composition is stable and may be stored for several months.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 1996Date of Patent: September 8, 1998Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Nadia Terren, Jacques Michelet, Martine Perrin
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Patent number: 5788992Abstract: New compounds of formula (I): ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 represents a C.sub.4 -C.sub.18 alkyl or alkylene radical, R.sub.2 represents a C.sub.2 -C.sub.16 alkyl or alkylene radical, R.sub.3 represents a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl radical, and A represents a non-ionic hydrophilic group, as well as a cosmetic composition containing these compounds and the use of such a cosmetic composition in hair treatment.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 1995Date of Patent: August 4, 1998Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Claude Mahieu, Eric Bollens, Daniele Cauwet-Martin
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Patent number: 5785978Abstract: Skin care compositions and methods are provided for improving the appearance of skin affected by aging, photodamage and/or oxidative stress. Specifically, adhesive materials containing cosmetically active ingredients, e.g., one or more antioxidants such as Vitamins A, C and/or E, or moisturizers are applied in concentrated dry powdered form to target areas including the frownline area of the forehead, the front of the neck, the crows-feet area near the eyes, the upper lip and the nasolabial area using a transdermal patch having an acidity approximating human skin acidity of 5.5, preferably by an appropriate ratio of ascorbic acid and ascorbate salts.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 1996Date of Patent: July 28, 1998Assignee: Osmotics CorporationInventors: Steven S. Porter, Francine E. Porter
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Patent number: 5776476Abstract: Cosmetic compositions useful in skin care are provided containing an effective aesthetic enhancing amount of calcium salt starch derivatives having the following formula: ##STR1## where ST is the starch base material, R is a dimethylene group and R' is a substituent hydrocarbon group having 10 to 16 carbon atoms.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 1997Date of Patent: July 7, 1998Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding CorporationInventors: Robert L. Billmers, Daniel B. Solarek, Maria Tolchinsky, Donna L. Ronco, Joseph Pasapane
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Patent number: 5773015Abstract: A method is provided for inhibiting oil and grease generation from human skin by applying to the skin a C.sub.11 -C.sub.30 alkyl or alkenyl ester of salicylic acid as an active component in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Most preferred is tridecyl salicylate.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 1996Date of Patent: June 30, 1998Assignee: Elizabeth Arden Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: John Steven Bajor, Angel Augusto Guerrero, Helen Elizabeth Knaggs