Abstract: A fabric conditioning composition comprises: (a) from about 7.5 to 80% by weight of an ester-linked quaternary ammonium fabric softening material comprising comprising at least one mono-ester linked component and at least one tri-ester linked component; (b) 0.9% to 15% by weight of a fatty complexing agent; (c) an emulsified silicone wherein the weight ratio of the monoester linked component of compound (a) to compound (c) is from 5:1 to 1:5 and the emulsifier for the silicone comprises a nonionic compound.

Abstract: A method of thinning a fabric conditioning composition comprising (a) from 7.5 to 80% by weight of a ester-linked quaternary ammonium fabric softening material comprising at least one mono-ester linked component and at least one tri-ester linked component; comprises the step of adding a fatty complexing agent (b) to the composition in an amount such that the weight ratio of the mono-ester linked component of compound (a) to fatty complexing agent (b) is from 2.93:1 to 1:5.

Abstract: The invention provides liquid compositions comprising: (a) 15-95 wt % lipophilic perfume. (b) 0.05-5 wt % water-soluble dye, (c) 4-50 wt % of a stabilising agent comprising a cationic stabilising agent, and (d) water miscible solvent wherein the composition comprises between 0.1 to 20 wt % water, the cationic stabilising agent has an L&agr; to L&bgr; transition temperature of 45° C. or less for a 5 wt % dispersion of the stabilising agent in water, and the solvent is present in an amount of up to 10 wt %. These concentrated perfume and dye compositions find particular application in fabric softening compositions. Also provided is a method of preparing a fabric conditioning composition by preparing a base composition comprising a cationic and/or nonionic fabric softening agent, and adding thereto, a composition of the invention. The fabric conditioning compositions thus produced are also provided. Simplified automated manufacture of fabric softening compositions is achieved.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care method based on the application to the skin of a combination of the South pole of a static magnet and a cosmetic composition. Also disclosed is a cosmetic dual patch comprising a static magnet layer and a non-woven, transdermal, hydrogel or silicone sheeting patch carrying a cosmetic benefit ingredient wherein the two layers are adhesively bound to each other.

Abstract: The invention provides a fabric softening composition comprising: i) at least one nonionic fabric, and ii) at least one anionic surfactant, and iii) at least one cationic polymer wherein the particles formed from i), ii) and iii) have a net negative charge and the composition comprises no more than 1% by weight non-polymeric cationic surfactant and/or cationic fabric softening compounds. The compositions give good fabric softening without decreasing absorbency, and deposit well without being detrimentally affected by anionic carry-over from the wash. Also provided is a method of depositing a nonionic fabric softening agent from a fabric softening composition, comprising emulsifying the agent with an anionic surfactant and a cationic polymer or emulsifying the agent with an anionic surfactant and then post-dosing an aqueous solution of a cationic polymer to form a particle having an overall negative charge and treating fabric therewith.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care methods and compositions containing phosphates and/or sulfates of branched alcohols and/or ethoxylates thereof. The inventive compositions provide control of sebum secretion from sebocytes, improved oil control and improved skin feel, prevent shine and stickiness, while also providing anti-aging benefits which results in reduced appearance of wrinkles and aged skin, improved skin color, treatment of photoaged skin, improvement in skin's radiance and clarity and finish, and an overall healthy and youthful appearance of the skin.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions containing ferulic acid at a pH of from 3 to 5, in an aqueous phase, along with a polyol, have improved storage stability and dissolution at body temperature.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care methods comprising applying to the skin compositions containing gum mastic. The inventive compositions provide control of sebum secretion from sebocytes, improved oil control and improved skin feel, prevent shine and stickiness, while also providing anti-aging benefits which results in reduced appearance of wrinkles and aged skin, improved skin color, treatment of photoaged skin, improvement in skin's radiance and clarity and finish, and an overall healthy and youthful appearance of the skin.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin compositions containing a weak carboxylic acid and a random copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide. The copolymer reduces skin irritation that is sometimes caused by the weak acid active without reducing delivery of weak acids to skin tissues.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care methods and compositions containing methyl-branched esters. The inventive compositions provide control of sebum secretion from sebocytes, improved oil control and improved skin feel, prevent shine and stickiness, while also. providing anti-aging benefits which results in reduced appearance of wrinkles and aged skin, improved skin color, treatment of photoaged skin, improvement in skin's radiance and clarity and finish, and an overall healthy and youthful appearance of the skin.

Abstract: Improved skin compositions which are capable of reducing oil and grease secretion from the skin comprising a combination of niacinamide and a C11-C30 alkyl or alkenyl ester of salicylic acid formulated in a specific carrier such as a vanishing cream base are disclosed.

Abstract: A stable skin care product containing a first composition comprising about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid; a second composition comprising about 0.001% to about 10% of a phytoestrogen; a first compartment for storing the first composition; and a second compartment for storing the second composition, the first and second compartments being joined together.

Abstract: A topical composition comprising: (a) conjugated linoleic acid and/or derivatives thereof; (b) a phenolic compound or mixtures thereof; and (c) a dermatologically acceptable vehicle; with the proviso that the phenolic compound is not a sunscreen. The product is particularly useful for treating wrinkles and soothing sensitive skin.

Abstract: Organic chick pea extracts are phytoestrogens, if present in an amount such as to provide an estrogenic activity equivalent to at least 1 nM of estradiol. Cosmetic compositions containing organic chick pea extracts are useful in improving the appearance of wrinkled, lined, dry, flaky, aged or photodamaged skin and improving skin thickness, elasticity, flexibility and plumpness.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin care methods and compositions containing carboxymethylates of branched alcohols and/or ethoxylates thereof. The inventive compositions provide control of sebum secretion from sebocytes, improved oil control and improved skin feel, prevent shine and stickiness, while also providing anti-aging benefits which results in reduced appearance of wrinkles and aged skin, improved skin color, treatment of photoaged skin, improvement in skin's radiance and clarity and finish, and an overall healthy and youthful appearance of the skin.

Abstract: The invention provides a fabric softening composition comprising; (i) one or more cationic fabric softening compound(s) having two or more alkyl or alkenyl chains each having an average chain length equal to, or greater than, C8, and (iv) at least one oily sugar derivative which is a liquid or soft solid derivative of a cyclic polyol or of a reduced saccharide, said derivative resulting from 35 to 100% of the hydroxyl groups in said polyol or in said saccharide being esterified or etherified, and wherein, the derivative has two or more ester or ether groups independently attached to a C8-C22 alkyl or alkenyl chain, and (v) a deposition aid comprising a mixture of one or more nonionic surfactant(s), and one or more one cationic polymer(s), and wherein the weight ratio of the nonionic surfactant to the cationic polymer is in the range 10:1 to 1:10. The invention also provides a method of treating fabric with the above compositions.

Abstract: A topical composition comprising: (a) petroselinic acid and/or derivatives thereof; (b) a phenolic compound and/or mixtures thereof; and (c) a dermatologically acceptable vehicle. The product is particularly useful for treating wrinkles and soothing sensitive skin.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes at least about 2% solid asymmetric particles, a retinoid solubilized in a fluid oil and wherein the fluid oil to solid particles are present in a weight ratio such that the composition exhibits a normal force value of less than −100 milli-Newton containing a retinoid. The composition diminishes the appearance and feel of oily skin and is capable of delivering benefits associated with retinoids.

Abstract: A topical application is provided which includes a petroselinic acid compound, a retinoid or an LRAT/ARAT inhibitor, and a dermatologically acceptable vehicle. These compositions are useful for treating or preventing normal, but undesirable, skin conditions selected from the group consisting of wrinkling, sagging, photodamage skin, dry skin and age spots and soothing sensitive skin.