Abstract: This invention comprises a composition which provides ultra skin mildness, and excellent lather. This invention is based on an ultra mild surfactant composition comprising: (I) C.sub.8 alkyl glyceryl ether sulfonate (C.sub.8 AGS), and (II) foam enhancers for improved foam/lather potential and/or stability.

Abstract: Antipersipirant cream compositions, comprising:(a) from about 5% to about 60% of a volatile silicone oil(b) from about 5% to about 60% of a non-volatile emollient having a viscosity of at least about 2 cs at 25.degree. C.;(c) from about 2% to about 10% of a particulate thickening material; and(d) from about 15% to about 45% of a particulate antiperspirant active material;wherein the compositions have penetration force values of from about 250 grams to about 800 grams. These compositions preferably contain a cosmetic powder material, at a level of from about 0.5% to about 20%. This invention also provides methods for making these compositions.

Abstract: Topical pharmaceutical compositions containing a specific 6-amino-1,2-dihydro-1-hydroxy-2-iminopyrimidine component and a penetration-enhancing vehicle are disclosed. The vehicle comprises a binary combination of a C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 diol or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 triol and isocetyl alcohol polar lipid compound. The vehicle provides marked transepidermal and percutaneous delivery of the iminopyrimidine compound. These compositions, when applied topically, act to stimulate the growth of mammalian hair on the body.

Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions comprising sorbohydroxamic acid with a radical scavenging compound which prevent damage to skin caused UV radiation. Also disclosed is a method for using these compositions topically, to prevent damage to skin caused by UV radiation exposure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to low glass transition temperature adhesive copolymers useful in products such as those which provide hair styling hold, e.g., aerosol mousses, shampoos and conditioners. The monomer components in these copolymers are randomly distributed in the copolymer chain, preferably to form a substantially linear chain. At least one of the monomer components is selected from acrylate amides and methacrylate amides; and furthermore at least one of the other monomer components is selected from acrylate esters and methacrylate esters. These copolymers have a single glass transition temperature within the temperature range of from about 0.degree. C. to about 80.degree. C. The present invention further relates to hair styling compositions (e.g., aerosol mousses, shampoos, conditioners) comprising these adhesive copolymers, and to methods for providing styling hold to hair by using an adhesive copolymer or composition of the present invention.

Abstract: Antiperspirant cream compositions, which exhibit reduced residue on the skin and excellent cosmetics and aesthetics, as well as good composition stability over time, are claimed. These compositions, which may be formulated to have relatively high viscosities, include a volatile silicone material, a particulate antiperspirant active, a clay thickening agent, an activator for the clay thickening agent, and a non-volatile paraffinic hydrocarbon fluid, such as mineral oil or branched chain C.sub.16 -C.sub.68 hydrocarbons. A method of treating or preventing perspiration in humans using these compositions is also claimed.

Abstract: Substituted phenylacetic acid amide compounds, and pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof, of the formula: ##STR1## wherein X is O or S; R.sub.1 is H, OH or CH.sub.3 ; R.sub.2 is straight chain alkenyl, branched chain or cyclic hydrocarbon having from about 7 to about 24 carbon atoms; R.sub.3 is OH, OSO.sub.3.sup.-, OPO.sub.3.sup.-- or a short chain ester with from about 1 to about 6 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Cosmetic and household products containing volatile silicon compounds which provide good stability and performance are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to an oral hygiene composition for treating or preventing anaerobe infections in humans and lower animals.

Abstract: Suspensoid antiperspirant stick compositions, which provide the user with excellent antiperspirant efficacy, reduced residue upon application to the skin, reduced residue on the stick after dry-down, and excellent cosmetics and aesthetics, are disclosed. These compositions are substantially free of water and comprise a volatile silicone material, a particulate antiperspirant active, a low melting point wax, and a non-volatile paraffinic hydrocarbon fluid selected from mineral oils and branched chain C.sub.16 -C.sub.68 hydrocarbons. The method of preventing and controlling perspiration wetness using these compositions is also disclosed.

Abstract: Silicone hairspray compositions which give hair volume and hold but with a soft feel are disclosed. These compositions comprise from about 0.05% to about 10.0% of a nonrigid silicone gum, said gum having dispersed therein from about 0.03% to about 8.0% of unsolubilized particulate matter which is preferably an octyl acrylamide/acrylate/butyl aminoethyl methacrylate copolymer; from about 0.05% to about 5.0% of a hydrophobically-modified clay suspending/anti-agglomerating agent; and a volatile carrier, such as ethanol.

Abstract: Silicone hairspray compositions which give hair volume and hold but with a soft feel are disclosed. These compositions comprise from about 0.05% to about 10.0% of a silicone gum; from about 0.05% to about 7.5% of a dispersing aid for the silicone gum which may be a surfactant emulsifier or a hydrophobically-modified clay suspending/anti-agglomerating agent; and a volatile carrier, such as ethanol.

Abstract: Hair care compositions which give both improved style and hair conditioning properties are disclosed. These compositions comprise from about 0.05% to about 10.0% of a nonrigid silicone gum, said gum having dispersed therein from about 0.01% to about 8.0% of unsolubilized particulate matter which is preferably an octylacrylamide/acrylate/butylaminoethyl methacrylate copolymer.

Abstract: Skin conditioning/cleansing compositions containing specific propoxylated glycerol derivatives are disclosed. These compositions possess both excellent skin conditioning and aesthetic properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to styling agents comprising adhesive copolymers along with a volatile diluent useful in products such as shampoos and conditioners which provide hair styling hold. The monomer components in these copolymers are randomly distributed in the copolymer chain, preferably to form a substantially linear chain. Preferably, at least one of the monomer components is selected from vinyl pyridine, acrylate amides and methacrylate amides and one of the other monomer components is selected from butadiene, isoprene, isobutene, acrylate esters, methacrylate esters, vinyl alkyl ethers, alkyl-substituted butadienes, and chloroprene. These copolymers also have a single glass transition temperature within the temperature range of from about 0.degree. C. to about 150.degree. C. The volatile diluents useful in these styling agents can be hydrocarbons, esters, ethers, amines, alkyl alcohols, or volatile silicon derivatives.

Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising tocopherol sorbate 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 tocopherol sorbate, an anti-inflammatory agent, and a sunscreen 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 large group of lipophilic, pharmacologically active compounds can be effectively delivered across intact skin by applying them topically in a binary, penetration-enhancing vehicle containing (1) a C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 diol, diol ester, or diol ether and (2) a cell envelope-disordering compound. This vehicle provides surprising enhancement of skin penetration for the pharmacological active, compared to either component alone.

Abstract: Disclosed are cookies containing psyllium and a method for making those cookies. The cookies may additionally contain polyol polyesters. These cookies provide an effective method for introducing psyllium into the diet to treat gastrointestinal disorders, such as constipation or diarrhea, as well as a method for introducing psyllium and polyol polyesters into the diet to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

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: Cosmetic stick compositions comprising one or more liquid base materials, one or more solidfying agents for the liquid base materials, and from about 2% to about 30% (by total composition volume) of chemically inert particulates of at least 10 microns in diameter and having a density less than about 0.60 g/ml. The liquid base materials are typically present at a level of from about 10% to about 90% (by total composition weight), and the solidifying agent is typically present at a level of from about 3% to about 70% (by total composition weight). These cosmetic sticks may be of a gel stick type or a wax stick type, depending upon the particular liquid base materials and solidifying agents used. Preferred cosmetic sticks contain a safe and effective amount of an active material having, for example, antiperspirant or deodorant activity.