Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for dyeing fibers such as the hair, comprising at least one cationic direct dye of given formula, and which also contains at least one thickening polymer chosen from the group comprising: —nonionic amphiphilic polymers comprising at least one hydrophilic unit and at least one unit containing a fatty chain, —anionic amphiphilic polymers comprising at least one hydrophilic unit and at least one unit containing a fatty chain, —cationic amphiphilic polymers comprising at least one hydrophilic unit and at least one unit containing a fatty chain. The invention also relates to the dyeing processes and dyeing kits therefor.

Abstract: Keratinic fibers are colored by a two-component composition for coloring keratinous fibers comprising a first preparation (A) comprising at least one oxidation dye precursor and a second preparation (B) comprising at least one care component, wherein the two preparations are packaged separately from one another in the compartments of a two-compartment tube. The compartment openings in the tube are oriented in such a way that the contents of each of the chambers is emitted simultaneously into a common space.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dye composition including at least one mixed dye containing at least one chromophore of methine or carbonyl type or their combinations. The invention furthermore relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers, especially human keratin fibers, such as the hair, using the composition, and also to a suitable kit. The invention also relates to the abovementioned mixed dyes per se.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to cationic diazo dye compounds of formula (I): Dye1-LK-Dye2, ??(I) dye compositions comprising the direct dye compounds, and also to a process for dyeing keratin fibers using this composition and a multi-compartment kit.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cationic diazo compound of formula (I): Dye1-LK-Dye2 wherein Dye1 and Dye2 are such that the compound of formula (I) is not symmetrical, and are chosen from: The disclosure also relates to dye compositions comprising compounds of formula (I) as direct dye, and further relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers using the compositions disclosed herein and also to a multi-compartment device.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compounds used as direct dyes, and dyeing compositions comprising such compounds. The disclosed compounds have the formula A-L-B, wherein A and B are chosen from arylazoimidazolium coloring functional groups, and L is a linker comprising at least one cationic group C. The disclosure also relates methods of using such compositions for coloring keratin fibers, such as the hair.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to cationic diazo compounds chosen from those of formula (I) and the acid addition salts thereof: Dye1-LK-Dye2 (I); and to dye compositions comprising the the compounds as direct dye, and also to a process for dyeing keratin fibers using this composition and a multi-compartment device.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the process of dyeing human keratinous fibers, such as the hair, with at least one specific direct dye in cosmetic compositions. Also disclosed herein are the direct dyeing and lightening compositions comprising said compounds, and the corresponding dyeing kits.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for coloring keratin fibers and a method of use thereof. The coloring composition contains at least one phosphate-based tenside of a particular formula, at least one conditioning component, and at least one dye and/or dye precursor.

Abstract: Keratinic fibers are dyed with a two-component agent for tinting and/or dyeing keratinic fibers comprising a first preparation (A) comprising at least one direct-absorbing dye and/or at least one precursor of a nature-analogous dye, and a second preparation (B) containing at least one conditioning substance, wherein the two preparations are packaged separately from one another in the chambers of a two-chamber tube. The chamber openings in the tube are oriented in such a way that the contents of each of the chambers are emitted simultaneously into a common space.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a dye composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, such as the hair, comprising a direct polycationic dye of formula (I) below: Col-Z-Col??(I) in which Col, which may be identical or different, is a noncationic dye chosen from azo dyes, methine dyes, azomethine dyes, phenothiazine dyes, triarylmethene dyes, xanthene dyes, phenanthridine dyes, and phthalocyanin dyes; and Z is chosen from linear and branched, saturated and unsaturated C1-C20 hydrocarbon-based groups comprising at least one nitrogen atom and bearing at least two cationic charges, and also to processes for dyeing human keratin fiber using said composition, to the use of the dyes of formula (I) as direct dyes, and to multi-compartment devices.

Abstract: A method of colouring porous material, especially human hair, is described, which method comprises applying to the material being coloured, in any desired order successively, or simultaneously, a) at least one capped diazonium compound of Formula (1) and/or at least one compound of Formula (2) and/or at least one compound of Formula (3) wherein Q is an unsubstituted or substituted aromatic or heterocyclic residue, R is the radical of an unsubstituted or substituted, water-soluble aliphatic or aromatic amine, and T is an unsubstituted or substituted, water-soluble aliphatic or aromatic residue, wherein at least one of the groups must contain a radical imparting water solubility, and a) at least one water-soluble coupling component under conditions such that, initially, coupling does not take place, and then causing the capped diazonium compound present on the material to react with the coupling component

Abstract: A method of coloring porous material, especially human hair, is described, which method comprises applying to the material being colored, in any desired order successively, or simultaneously, a) at least one capped diazonium compound and b) at least one cationic water-soluble aromatic coupling component, under conditions such that, initially, coupling does not take place, and then causing the capped diazonium compound present on the material to react with the coupling component.

Abstract: Process of coloring porous material, which comprises a) applying to the material being colored at least one capped diazonium compound, and b) then causing the capped diazonium compound present on the material to react with the material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cationic direct dyes of formula (I) below: in which W1 represents —NR8— or —O—; X1 represents N; CR9; R1 and R2, which may be identical or different, represent a hydrocarbon chain; R3 and R4, which may be identical or different, represent a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, a nitro group, a cyano group or a hydrocarbon chain; R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9, which may be identical or different, represent a hydrogen atom or a hydrocarbon chain; L represents a specific bridging group and X represents a cosmetically acceptable organic or mineral anion. It likewise relates to a dye composition comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing human keratin fibers, such a dye, a process using it, and also a multicompartment device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dye composition comprising a direct dye consisting of different chromophores, the dye having a particular L*a*b* value. The invention also relates to the dyeing process using this composition and to the use of this composition for dyeing keratin fibers. These compositions in particular make it possible to obtain particularly fast colorations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method to achieve a reversible change of the colour of hair dyed with an azo dye wherein the change of the colour can be effected by, for example, the salonist or the consumer in a simple manner. The colour of the hair thus dyed may be changed simply by treating the dyed hair with an acid treatment composition at any time after the first dyeing treatment. If desired by the consumer, the colour may be returned to substantially the original post dye colour by treating the hair further with an alkaline treatment composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for dyeing keratinous fibers, in particular human keratinous fibers such as hair, comprising, in an appropriate dyeing medium, at least one cationic direct dye of a given formula, and which is characterized in that it contains, in addition, at least one quaternary ammonium salt. The invention also relates to the dyeing methods and devices using it.

Abstract: A method of dyeing keratin-containing fibres, which comprises using a dye of formula wherein R1 and R2 are each independently of the other hydrogen, C1–C4alkyl, halogen or nitro, R3 and R4 are each independently of the other unsubstituted C1–C4alkyl or C1–C4alkyl substituted by OH, C1–C4alkoxy, halogen, CN or by phenyl, X1 and X2 are each independently of the other hydrogen, C1–C4alkyl, C1–C4alkoxy or halogen, R5 is hydrogen or C1–C4alkyl, R6 is C5–C12alkyl or C5–C8cycloalkyl each unsubstituted or substituted by OH, C1–C4alkoxy, halogen, CN or phenyl, or R6 is C1–C4alkyl substituted by phenyl or by C5–C8cycloalkyl, or wherein R5 and R6 together with the nitrogen atom linking them form a piperazine ring, which is substituted, at the nitrogen atom that is not bonded to the phenyl group, by C1–C8-alkyl or phenyl, or which is quaternised at that nitrogen atom by two such groups, the C1–C8-alkyl radicals and phenyl mentioned as substituents of the nitrogen atom of the piperazine ring being unsubstituted or su

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, such as the hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least one direct dye and at least on dicationic compound. Also disclosed herein is a process for dyeing and lightening human keratin fibers, such as the hair, with the compositions disclosed, as well as a the corresponding dyeing kits.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a dye composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, such as the hair, comprising a direct polycationic dye of formula (I) below: Col-Z-Col??(I) in which Col, which may be identical or different, is a monocationic dye chosen from azo dyes, methine dyes, azomethine dyes, and phenothiazine dyes; and Z is chosen from linear and branched, saturated and unsaturated C1–C20 hydrocarbon-based groups comprising at least one nitrogen atom and bearing at least two cationic charges, and also to processes for dyeing human keratin fibers using said composition, to the use of the dyes of formula (I) as direct dyes, and to multi-compartment devices.

Abstract: A composition comprising, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one ninhydrin derivative chosen from compounds of formula (I) and tautomers thereof: wherein: A represents a fused or non-fused, at least 6-membered aromatic mono- or polycyclic group, possibly comprising at least one hetero atom chosen from nitrogen, oxygen, sulphur, and phosphorus atoms, a dyeing process using the composition, and a multi-component coloring agent comprising the composition.

Abstract: A composition and method for dyeing keratin materials, comprising, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one compound of formula (I) wherein X is chosen from sulphur atoms and selenium atoms, R is chosen from hydrogen, C1–C9 alkyl groups, cyano groups, halo groups, C1–C6 alkoxy groups, amino groups, (C1–C6 alkyl)amino groups, hydroxy(C1–C6 alkyl)amino groups, tri(C1–C6 alkyl)ammonio groups, imidazolyl groups, pyridinyl groups, thio groups, (C1–C6 alkyl)thio groups, thio(C1–C6 alkyl) groups, (C1–C6 alkyl)carbonyl groups, hydrogenocarbonyl groups, hydroxycarbonyl groups, (C1–C6 alkoxy)carbonyl groups, nitro groups, sulphonato groups, and corresponding protonated groups, and aromatic groups. Dyeing kits are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the process, for dyeing keratin materials, comprising applying to the fibers a composition comprising, in a medium appropriate for dyeing, at least one ninhydrin derivative, which may optionally be combined with at least one compound comprising a labile hydrogen. Further disclosed herein is a multi-component hair dye composition, and a multi-compartment kit comprising same.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use for of compositions dyeing keratin materials containing, in a medium that is suitable for dyeing, at least one compound of formula (I) in which X and Y, independently of one another, are chosen from a CH group and a nitrogen atom, R is chosen from aromatic mono- or poly-cyclic groups with fused or non-fused rings, wherein the groups have at least 5 members and optionally comprise at least one hetero atom chosen from nitrogen, oxygen, sulphur and phosphorus. Processes and kits using these compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lightening dye composition comprising, in a suitable dyeing medium, an oxidizing agent, an alkaline agent in an amount such that the pH of the composition is greater than 7, and a mixed cationic dye comprising several chromophores linked together via a linker, at least two of the chromophores being different, the chromophores having an absorbance of between 400 and 800 nm. The invention makes it possible to obtain particularly fast colorations.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dyeing composition for human keratinous fibers, such as the hair, comprising, in a suitable dyeing medium, at least one oxidation dye, and at least one dicationic compound. The disclosure further relates to the dyeing methods and dyeing kit using the dye composition.

Abstract: A dye composition for dyeing human keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising at least one direct tricationic dye of formula (I) below: Col—Z—Col ??(I) wherein: Col, which may be identical or different, is a monocationic dye chosen from azo dyes, cyanomethine dyes and phenothiazine dyes and Z is chosen from linear and branched, saturated and unsaturated C1–C20 hydrocarbon-based groups comprising at least one nitrogen atom and bearing a cationic charge. Also processes for dyeing human keratin fibers using the dye composition, to the use of the at least one direct tricationic dye of formula (I) as direct dyes, and to multi-compartment devices.

Abstract: Pro-dyes of direct dyes having an enzymatically-labile functionality, e.g. glutaramide derivatives of direct dyes of formula (I) or their physiologically acceptable salts, are described, as well as compositions for dyeing keratinous fibers containing these pro-dyes, as well as compositions for dyeing keratinous fibers containing a combination of at least one pro-dye and at least one enzyme capable of cleaving the glutaramide functionality in the pro-dye. A method for dyeing keratinous fibers with the aforementioned dyeing compositions is also described.

Abstract: A liquid dye composition, free of fatty acids and fatty acid salts, comprising at least one oxidation base and 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol; a ready-to-use composition comprising the liquid dye composition and at least one oxidizing agent; a process for dyeing human keratin fibers using the liquid dye composition; and a device comprising the liquid dye composition.

Abstract: The invention concerns a direct dyeing composition for keratinous fibres, in particular for human keratinous fibres and more particularly hair, comprising, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least a direct colouring agent, and furthermore at least a cationic associative polyurethane. The invention also concerns dyeing methods and devices using said composition.

Abstract: The subject of the present application is a dyeing composition for dyeing keratinous fibers, in particular human keratinous fibres such as hair, comprising, in an appropriate dyeing medium, at least one cationic tertiary para-phenylenediamine containing a pyrrolidine ring, and at least one cationic direct dye comprising at least one heterocyclic group. The subject of the invention is also the dyeing method using this composition and the corresponding devices.

Abstract: A dye composition for dyeing human keratin fibres, such as hair, comprising at least one dissymmetrical polycationic direct dye of formula (I) below: Col1-Z-Col2??(I) wherein: Col1 and Col2, which differ in structure, are chosen from tazo dyes, methine dyes, azomethine dyes, phenothiazine dyes, triarylmethane dyes, xanthene dyes, phenanthridine dyes and phthalocyanin dyes and Z is chosen from linear and branched, saturated, unsaturated and cyclic C1–C20 hydrocarbon-based groups comprising at least one nitrogen atom and bearing at least one cationic charge; and also to processes for dyeing human keratin fibres using the composition, to the use of the at least one dissymmetrical polycationic direct dye of formula (I) as direct dyes, and to multi-compartment devices.

Abstract: The invention concerns a dyeing composition for keratinous fibers, in particular human keratinous fibers such as hair, comprising in an appropriate dyeing medium, at least a direct cationic coloring agent of specific formula, and characterized in that it further contains at least a quaternary ammonium salt. The invention also concerns methods and devices using said composition.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hair dyeing composition comprising at least one azo dye of the following general formula (1): A—N=N—B??(1) where A=monovalent, optionally substituted heterocyclic group binding via the carbon atom to the azo group, that does not contain carboxy (—CO2H) or sulfo groups (SO3H) or quaternary ammonium groups and B=heterocyclic, aromatic or alkyl group containing a dissociative proton and, which is free of carboxy (—CO2H) or sulfo groups (—SO3H) or quaternary ammonium groups. Additionally, the present invention describes a method of dyeing human or animal hair by using such a dye and the use of this direct azo dye for dyeing human or animal hair. The use of this direct azo dye can impart the hair with an extremely vivid colour and has a less colour fade over the time.

Abstract: A subject-matter of the disclosure is a novel composition for the dyeing of human keratinous fibres, for example, the hair, comprising a monocationic monoazo dye of formula (I) W1-N?N—W2-NW3-W4-W5, the dyeing processes employing it, the use of the dyes of formula (I) as direct dyes and the novel compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: The objects of the present invention are an agent (A) for coloring fibers obtained by mixing two components (A1) and (A2), characterized in that component (A1) contains at least one 2-benzothiazolinone hydrazone derivative of formula (I) or a physiologically tolerated salt thereof and component (A2) contains at least one ortho-quinone of formula (II) or a para-quinone of formula (III), a method for coloring hair by use of said agent and a multicomponent kit for coloring hair.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hair dyeing composition containing a dissociative azo dye of the following general formula (1) A-N?N—B??(1) wherein “A” represents a phenyl or naphthyl group which may be substitued; “B” represents an atomic group containing a dissociative proton, with the proviso “A” and “B” are free of sulfo, carboxyl and quaternary ammonium groups. Additionally, the present invention describes a method of dyeing human or animal hair by using such a dye and the use of this direct azo dye for dyeing human or animal hair. The use of this direct azo dye can impart the hair with an extremely vivid color and has less color fading over time.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable support suitable for dyeing the hair, at least one direct dye and at least one crosslinked polymer containing acrylic residue units of the structure in which R1 denotes H, CH3 or C2H5, and C10–C30 alkyl acrylate residue units, wherein the composition is a direct dyeing composition for the hair, and wherein said at least one direct dye is an anthraquinone or azo dye which is acidic or cationic.

Abstract: The invention concerns a novel dyeing composition for dyeing keratinous fibers, in particular human hair, comprising a cationic azo-dye of formula (I): W1—N?N—W2—W3, as well as the dyeing method using said composition and the novel compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: The invention concerns a dyeing composition for keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres and more particularly hair, comprising a dicationic diazo dye of formula (I), as well as the dyeing composition using same. The invention also concerns the novel compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: The cationic dyes of formula (1) specified in claim 1 are suitable especially for colouring keratin-containing fibres, more especially for colouring hair.

Abstract: Disclosed are bisazo compounds of the formula Ia or Ib where R1 is hydrogen or methyl, the X groups are independently —CH2CH2— or —CH2CH2CH2—, R2, R3, and R4 are independently hydrogen or methyl, A is an anion and n corresponds to the valency of A. Also disclosed are the use of the bisazo compounds for dyeing, especially paper, and colorants containing said bisazo compounds.

Abstract: Monoazo dyes of general formula (IV) wherein R1, R2, R3, X, M and n are as described in the specification, are excellent dyes for dyeing and printing of cellulose containing materials and textile materials and especially for the preparation of inks for ink jet printing.

Abstract: 1:2-metal complex dyes of the formula wherein the symbols R1, R1?, R2, R2?, R3, R3?, Y, Z, n, n?, Me, M and (Kat)+ are defined as in the Claims, mixtures thereof, their compositions, their production and their use as anionic dyes for dyeing substrates, especially leather, in brown to red shades.

Abstract: A method for coloring keratin fibers is provided that includes at least two steps. In one step, the keratin fibers are treated with a pretreatment composition containing at least one substantive dye. In another step, the keratin fibers are treated with a composition containing at least one synthetic dye or synthetic dye precursor after applying the pretreatment composition.

Abstract: Tanned leather is (a) pretreated in an aqueous and alkaline medium either with ammonia, primary amines or a mixture of ammonia and primary amines and then with a polyfunctional organic compound containing at least one aldehyde group as a functional group, or (b) in an aqueous and acidic medium with a polyfunctional organic compound and then ammonia, primary amines or a mixture of ammonia and primary amines, and (c) then dyed in an aqueous and alkaline medium with a water-soluble dye containing at least one functional group which is capable of reacting with one of the functional groups of the organic compound, forming a covalent bond. A tanned and dyed leather is obtainable with a high color intensity, outstanding wet fastness and excellent grain tightness, wherein the dye is permanently and covalently bonded to the leather via a bridging group, preferably in the region of the surface, and the bridging group is essentially bonded to the leather via —N?CH— groups.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use for dyeing keratin fibers, in particular human keratin fibers such as the hair, of a dye precursor bearing at least one phosphate substituent of formula —O—PO(OH)2, in the presence of at least one acid or alkaline phosphatase.

Abstract: The invention concerns a novel dyeing composition for dyeing keratinous fibers, in particular human hair, comprising a cationic azo-dye of formula (I): W1—N?N—W2—W3, as well as the dyeing method using said composition and the novel compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: The invention concerns a novel dyeing composition for dyeing keratinous fibers, in particular human hair, comprising a dicationic diazo dye of formula (I): W1—W2—N?N—W3—L—W4—N?N—W5—W6, as well as the dyeing method using said composition and the novel compounds of formula (I).