Abstract: A skin lotion and methods of use involving a skin lotion comprising effective amounts of allantoin, castor oil, oleic acid, calcium hydroxide powder and witch hazel water. The methods of use include as a keratoplastic and keratolytic for removing the "piled up" hyperkeratotic scales in seborrheic capitis and psoriasis vulgaris; to expedite the involution of the lesions of acute herpes simplex.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition containing, by way of a compound screening cut UV of wavelengths 280-380 nm, a 5-benzylidene-3-oxacyclopentanone of formula (I): ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 denote C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, aralkyl or aryl, or alternatively R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 and/or R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 form, with the carbon to which they are attached, a saturated 5- or 6-membered ring, andR.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 denote H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkenyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alkoxy, C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkenyloxy, C.sub.2 -C.sub.12 acyloxy, benzyloxy or --COOR.sub.10 where R.sub.10 is a C.sub.1 --C.sub.8 alkyl, hydrogen, an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal or a radical derived from an amine, it also being possible for one of the substituents R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 to denote a radical ##STR2## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 have the above meanings. This composition can be a protective composition for the human epidermis or the hair or an antisun composition.

Abstract: A water-in-silicone oil transparent emulsion is made from a volatile polydimethylsiloxane (1 to 50% by weight), a silicone surfactant (0.1 to 20% by weight), at least one polyhydric alcohol (1 to 50% by weight) and water.The silicone surfactant comprises a polymer of dimethyl polysiloxane with polyoxyethylene and/or polyoxypropylene side chains having a molecular weight of from 10,000 to 50,000 and having the structure: ##STR1## a having a value of from 9 to 115, b having a value of from 0 to 50,x having a value of from 133 to 673,y having a value of from 25 to 0.25.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the durability of an emollient material on a substrate by forming a mixture of an emollient material and an effective amount of an organosilicon compound, and applying the mixture to the substrate to be treated. The organosilicon compound is either an aminofunctional, amidofunctional, or carboxyfunctional, polysiloxane. A skin conditioning composition of enhanced durability is also disclosed which is a mixture of an emollient material and an effective amount of an organosilicon compound which is either an aminofunctional, amidofunctional, or carboxyfunctional, polysiloxane.

Abstract: Disclosed are sunscare compositions having enhanced substantivity, efficacy and the like for protecting the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet irradiation, such as sunburn and sun-induced premature aging of the skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to the cosmetic use of an amino acid copolymer of the statistical formula ##STR1## in which: a and b are each independently 1 or 2;A and B are similar or different and are an amino acid selected from: arginine, serine, proline, glycine, histidine, alanine, lysine, ornithine, citrulline, urocanic acid, asparagine or tyrosine;m, n, p and q are integers such that the ratio (n+q)/(m+p) is between 0.5 and 4; andz is an integer such that the average molecular weight is between 1000 and 100,000; and/or one of its salts.Application: cosmetic products.

Abstract: Sunscreen compositions which are waterproof and have high-SPF values comprise a water insoluble film-forming polymer, a polyoxypropylene ether of straight or branched chain alcohol (the emollient/solvent) and a sunscreen component containing at least one UVB type sunscreen and/or at least one UVA type sunscreen in a topical vehicle, preferably in the form of an alcoholic gel. In particular, the combination of a polyoxyalkylene ether of a straight or branched chain alcohol, a carboxylated acrylic copolymer and a sunscreen agent yields waterproof, high-SPF compositions.

Abstract: A composition suitable for topical application to human skin comprises, in addition to a suitable vehicle an active ingredient which can control skin barrier functions. The active ingredient is (a) a long chain .omega.-hydroxy fatty acid or a carboxy-substituted derivative, (b) an hydroxy- or epoxy-derivative of an essential fatty acid or an ester formed between (a) and (b). Certain novel compounds of structures (a), (b) and (a)(b) esters are also claimed.

Abstract: Perfluoro derivatives of dimethyladamantane; tributylamine; dihexylether; 1-bromooctane; and tetradecahydrophenanthrene, for example, are rendered dispersable colloidally in water or other polar media without the aid of an emulsifying agent by melt spinning a mixture of the compound with a sugar. Thus, a family of new colloidal perfluoro compounds are produced.

Abstract: A novel composition of a hydrolyzed protein together with a surfactant produces a proteinaceous film on the skin to retard moisture loss in cosmetic and toiletry products, such as after shaves, and cleansing lotions. The products retard moisture loss from the skin matrix, but the primary cleansing functions of the products, i.e., removing excess moisture and oil, are not inhibited.

Abstract: This invention relates to a high alcohol content aerosol antimicrobial mousse which is dispensed as a foam for use as an antiseptic. The mousse composition comprises (1) 85-98% of an intermediate concentrate and (2) 2-15% of a hydrocarbon propellant. The intermediate concentrate comprises from 52-75% by weight of ethanol or isopropyl alcohol; from 0.1% to 1.5% by weight of a water-dispersible polymeric gelling agent; an amphiphilic system consisting of from 0.5% to 5.0% by weight of (a) at least one alcohol with a hydrocarbon group of from 16 to 22 carbons and (b) at least one nonionic surfactant, the hydrophilic balance (HLB) of the combination components "a" and "b" is in the range of 4.5 to 8.0 and the balance being at least 20 wt % of water. The hydrocarbon propellant is a saturated aliphatic hydrocarbon having from 2 to 6 carbon atoms.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, a formulation for the treatment of aging skin in which the major active ingredient is glycolic acid in a concentration of from an effective amount up to about 3.5 weight percent. Other active ingredients may be vitamin A palmitate and/or vitamin E acetate. The active ingredients are provided in a moisturizing cream base which has beneficial effects in itself. Preservatives are also provided in the formulation to increase the shelf life thereof.

Abstract: A topical emollient for the treatment of circulation induced lesions comprises a source of glucose and insulin. The topical emollient is utilized in a process wherein the emollient is applied to the affected surface for nourishment thereof and promotion of healing. The emollient also enhances the therapeutic benefits of other medicinal drugs which may be topically applied in conjunction with the insulin and glucose mixture.

Abstract: A novel anti-sunburn skin-care preparation, such as creams, foundations, milky lotions and the like, is proposed which contains, as the ultraviolet-absorbing and -shielding ingredient, a salt of ellagic acid with a polyvalent metal, e.g., calcium, barium and magnesium. The skin-care preparation is free from the problem of irritation and sensitization of human skin and exhibits excellent anti-sunburn effect with durability.

Abstract: Comsetic compositions containing alkyl diamides for use in providing moisturizing and/or softening properties to treat dry human skin and for use in other cosmetic applications and including also various novel alkyl diamides.

Abstract: A non-aqueous drug-free composition for topical application to human skin comprises:(i) a special ester of pyroglutamic acid; and(ii) a cosmetically acceptable non-aqueous vehicle.

Abstract: An aqueous composition is provided which includes from about 0.1 to about 30% by weight of a quaternary ammonium functionalized phosphate ester and from about 0.01 to about 10% by weight of a cationic polysaccharide. These compositions are freeze-thaw cycle stable and exhibit unusual skin mildness properties.

Abstract: Methods for building bone in a human or other animal subject, comprising administering to said subject a safe and effective amount of calcium citrate malate. The calcium citrate malate is preferably administered for at least about three months. A preferred method of the invention is for the treatment of osteoporosis. The calcium citrate malate comprises a complex or a mixture of calcium salts having a ratio of moles citrate to moles malate of from about 1:0.16 to about 1:13.5. The calcium citrate malate is preferably administered in an oral dosage form, containing pharmaceutically-acceptable carriers and excipients.

Abstract: A skin protection lotion consisting of a water phase mixture and an oil phase mixture. The two mixtures are mixed together to form a lotion concentrate. The lotion concentrate may be aerosolized in a can that then dispenses a mousse. Either the lotion or the mousse may be applied to an area of skin, such as the hands, to form a thin protective coating that protects the skin from a wide range of hazardous fluids.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with the use of neopentanoate esters as novel cosmetic emollients for sunscreen products.The use of isoarachidyl neopentanoate in sunscreen formulations offer new and unexpected results over the use of similar esters previously disclosed.The isoarachidyl neopentanoate has a minimal odor, good stability, water white color, higher sun protection factor values, good emolliency, good crystal solibilization, very low freeze point. It forms the emollient basis for a new way to make very high sun protection factor products.

Abstract: The invention concerns 2-hydroxyalkenoic acids within a general formula ##STR1## where R' is chosen from:a. C.sub.w H.sub.2w,b. C.sub.y H.sub.2y-1, andc. C.sub.y H.sub.2y OZwherez is chosen from H, R" and (CH.sub.2).sub.n OR"R" is chosen from C.sub.m H.sub.2m+1 and (CH.sub.2).sub.n OC.sub.m H.sub.2m+1 ;w is an integer of from 1 to 25y is an integer of from 2 to 25m is an integer of from 1 to 4n is an integer of from 1 to 6Many compounds within the formula are novel and are claimed as such. The invention also provides a process for making the compounds, and compositions for topical application to human skin, hair or nails which contain compounds of the above formula and a cosmetically acceptable vehicle.

Abstract: Cell-stimulating composition having hair-growing effect and skin-vivifying effect. The composition comprising as an effective ingredient an aliphatic alcohol having odd number of carbon atoms or a derivative thereof in a cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A lipstick composition comprising by weight from 8% to 20% of waxes, 30% to 80% of oils, 3% to 30% of colorants, 8% to 20% of cetearyl isononanoate, 1% to 10% of a sesquistearate and 2% to 20% of isopropyl hydroxystearate. The lipstick has the aesthetic performance characteristics of a regular lipstick but more effectively soothes and protects the lips.

Abstract: A cosmetic emulsion suitable for topical application to the lips comprises in addition to oil and water, an emulsifier system comprising:i) as a first emulsifier, a phospholipid, andii) a second emulsifier having a melting point of from -5.degree. C. to 80.degree. C.Preferred emulsions are lipsticks and lip gloss product which can additionally comprise wax.

Abstract: A cosmetic product is disclosed in the form of a gelatin walled capsule encompassing a cosmetic composition that includes a carrier which is a silicone polymer and an antioxidant. The antioxidant operates to inhibit degradation of the gelatin wall to prevent malodors from being generated. Retinoic acid derivatives such as retinyl palmitate are especially effective as antioxidants.

Abstract: The following diacylglycerin is useful for a cosmetic oil and a cosmetic composition such as pack, cream and emulsion. ##STR1## (where one each of R.sub.1, R.sub.2, and R.sub.3 denotes a residue of a straight-chain saturated fatty acid having 11-17 carbon atoms, a residue of a branched-chain saturated fatty acid having 10-18 carbon atoms, and a hydrogen atom).

Abstract: Use in cosmetics, as UV filters, of diorganopolysiloxanes containing a 3-benzylidenecamphor functional group of formula: ##STR1## R being C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl, phenyl or 3,3,3-trifluoropropyl, B denoting R or A, r=0-200, s=0-50, if s=0, at least one of the symbols B denotes A, or of formula: ##STR2## where u=1-20 and t=0-20,A and/or B denoting an optionally substituted alkylene or alkyleneoxy-3-benzylidenecamphor group.

Abstract: Non-aqueous waterproof oil-based topical compositions containing one or more water-in-oil emulsifiers having an HLB value of about 1 to about 7, e.g., sorbitan sesquioleate, and at least one cosmetic emollient, e.g., extra heavy mineral oil, as well as methods for making such compositions are disclosed. The waterproof compositions are particularly useful as vehicles for non-aqueous waterproof oil-based topical sunscreen compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a light-stable cosmetic composition for protecting the human epidermis against UV radiation, containing at least 0.0025% by weight of bixin combined with at least 1% by weight of one or more lipid-soluble agents screening UV radiation, chosen from 3-benzylidene-dl-camphor, its derivatives and benzophenone derivatives, in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle comprising at least one fatty phase.The bixin takes the form of an oily extract of annatto containing at least 0.1% by weight of bixin.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition which comprises kaolin particles coated with titanium dioxide and one or more other conventional cosmetic ingredients.

Abstract: Novel sunscreen compositions containing titanium dioxide having a particle size less than 10 m.mu. are described as well as methods of protecting the skin from damaging ultraviolet radiation.

Abstract: A water-in-oil type emulsified composition containing a water-swellable clay mineral, a nonionic surfactant, an oil component, and water as the essential constituents or containing a water-swellable clay mineral, a quaternary ammonium salt type cationic surfactant, one or two more kinds of polyoxyalkylene modified organopolysiloxane, an aqueous phase, and an oil phase containing one or two or more kinds of organic silicone resin comprising the units of the formula:RnSiO.sub.(4-n)/2wherein R is a hydrocarbon group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a phenyl group, and n represents a value of 1.0 to 1.8, and a water- and polyhydric alcohol-in-oil type emulsified composition containing an oil phase containing a polyoxyalkylene modified organopolysiloxane, a water-swellable clay mineral, a quaternary ammonium salt type cationic surfactant and a silicone oil, water, and a polyhydric alcohol.

Abstract: The use of frangible microcapsules in cleansing creams and cold creams and other cosmetic products improves their cleansing, cleaning, and removal properties without damage to the skin.

Abstract: A water activated solid, emollient preparation is disclosed, said preparation having a homogenous crystal/gel matrix which is capable of incorporating up to 30% by weight of emollient and holding it in a solid form. When the preparation is rubbed on wet skin, it deposits an elegant occlusive emollient film. A method of pouring and cooling said product into bars is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to sunscreen compositions comprising an effective component at least one compound of formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is selected from alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl substituted alkyl, substituted alkenyl, phenyl, substituted phenyl, substituted benzyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl, substituted cycloalkyl, substituted cycloalkenyl and polymeric groups;R.sup.2 is selected from hydrogen, alkyl and alkoxy; and wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 may form a carbocyclic ring which may be substituted;R.sup.3 is selected from alkyl, sustituted alkyl, alkenyl, substituted alkenyl, alkynyl, phenyl, benzoyl, substituted phenyl, substituted benzyl, substituted benzoyl, cycloalkyl, substituted cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl, substituted cycloalkenyl, alkanyoyl, substituted alkanoyl, polymeric groups, the group OROROR.sup.9 wherein R is a bivalent hydrocarbon radical and R.sup.9 is alkyl, alkenyl, phenyl benzyl, substituted phenyl, substituted benzyl;R.sup.4 is alkyl or alkoxy; n is an integer from 0 to 4; andR.sup.

Abstract: Personal care products comprising bioemulsifiers, for example, those produced by Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, are provided. Use of such personal care products result in beneficial effects to skin and hair.

Abstract: A skin protective composition for exhibiting enhanced water repellency and conditioning effects containing aliphatic waxes and hydrophobic silicones in a nonallergenic, non-toxic, cosmetically acceptable carrier. The composition is useful to protect mammals from solar radiation and in the treatment of diaper rash.

Abstract: Sunscreen compositions comprising at least one bis-1,3-diketone derivatives of benzene and a cosmetically acceptable carrier are described. Also disclosed is a method of protecting human skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation employing such sunscreen composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are benzylidene compounds represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein A represents ##STR2## (wherein B represents hydrogen atom or an acetyl group, W represents hydrogen atom or --CH.sub.2 --CH.sub.2 --CO--O--R, X.sup.1, X.sup.2 and X.sup.3 represent independently hydrogen atom, a hydroxyl group or a methoxyl group (two or three of them may be the same or all of them may be different), Y represents oxygen atom or imino group (--NH--), Z represents a methyl group or a phenyl group, and R represents a straight chain alkyl group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms, or branched or cyclic alkyl group having 3 to 18 carbon atoms, provided that when A is ##STR3## R is not an alkyl group having 1 to 2 carbon atoms, and when A is ##STR4## and X.sup.1, X.sup.2 and X.sup.3 are hydrogen atom, R is not an alkyl group having 1 to 2 carbon atoms), a cosmetic composition containing the same and an ultraviolet absorber comprising the same.

Abstract: A personal lubricant which is not contraceptive, does not impede sperm motility and may contain healing ingredients.

Abstract: Alkyl or alkylamido dimethyl 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ammonium salts may be used in hair and skin conditioning compositions and methods to provide improved manageability, static control, and ease of wet and dry combing when applied to hair, particularly human scalp hair, and smooth and lubricated surfaces with pleasant after-feel when applied in topical conditioner compositions to the human skin. The hair conditioning formulations may include styling, cleaning and rinsing compositions such as gels, mousses, sprays, lotions, glazes and shampoos, while the skin conditioning compositions may include moisturizing creams and lotions, bath oils, liquid cleaners, body mousses or bath gels, as well as alcoholic or hydroalcoholic astringents, toners, pre-electric shave conditioners, after-bath splashes and fragrance products. A preferred quaternary according to the invention is oleamidoproyl dimethyl 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ammonium chloride, which forms exceptionally stable, clear, dilutable gels.

Abstract: The size of microcapsules having cosmetic emollient oils is increased by the inclusion of viscosity increasing agents with the oils.

Abstract: This invention provides skin care compositions which include an emollient complex containing a primary moisturizing agent selected from certain carboxylic acid amides and a mucopolysaccharide secondary moisturizing agent. The compositions also include one or more skin-structuring proteins and an astringent agent which confers skin-firming characteristics. Long lasting protection is afforded by the optional incorporation of a cellulosic film-former. Preferred embodiments take the form of two discrete gel phases.

Abstract: Skin care cosmetic formulations which include a cellulosic polymer/solvent system capable of dispersing thin, substantive films on the skin are disclosed.

Abstract: A water-soluble particulate composition of free-flowing solids suitable for use in wet shaving which comprises, as an essential ingredient, sodium tripolyphosphate hexahydrate, an emollient, and a hydrophilic non-ionic surfactant, and method for preparation of the composition.

Abstract: A composition for the treatment of dry skin comprises a mixture of lanolin and lanolin oil. Preferably, the composition contains about 75% by weight of lanolin and about 25% by weight of lanolin oil.

Abstract: This invention relates to a high alcohol content antimicrobial gel composition for frequent use in disinfecting the hands which possesses moisturizing and conditioning agents to counter the drying effects of the alcohol on the skin in manner similar to that provides by hand and body lotions. The gel compositions comprises from about 60-75% ethanol; about 0.4-2% of a thickening agent which is an addition polymer of acrylic acid crosslinked with an unsaturated polyfunctional agent; sufficient neutralizing agent such as diisopropanol amine to neutralize 15-100%, preferably 15-50%, of the carboxyl groups in the thickener; about 0.5-2.5% of a hydrocarbon emollient such as petrolatum; about 0.5-2% of a fatty ester emollient such as isopropyl palmitate; about 0.05-1% of a compatible surfactant such as ceteth-20; 0.

Abstract: A composition suitable for topical application to human skin comprises, in addition to a suitable vehicle and a perfume, an active ingredient which can control skin barrier functions. The active ingredient is (a) a long chain .omega.-hydroxy fatty acid or a carboxy-substituted derivative, (b) an hydroxy- or epoxy-derivative of an essential fatty acid or an ester formed between (a) and (b). Certain novel compounds of structures (a), (b) and (a)(b) esters are also claimed.

Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising sorbohydroxamic acid, or pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof, and an anti-inflammatory agent, which are useful for topical application to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic UV exposure. Combinations of sorbohydroxamic acid and an anti-inflammatory agent together with tocopherol sorbate and/or sunscreens are also disclosed.Also disclosed is a method for using these compositions topically to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic UV exposure.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for the treatment of the hair and skin comprising, in an aqueous medium, particles of pulverized flowers or flower tops having a granulometry lower than 125 microns and a cohesion agent present in an amount effective to maintain the homogeneity of the composition. The cohesion agent can be a thickening agent, a water-in-oil emulsion or an oil-in-water emulsion.