Abstract: The invention provides microcapsules having an average diameter of 0.1 to 25 ?m, obtained by a process (a) or (b), wherein, (a1) preparing an aqueous emulsion comprising actives and optionally oil components and/or emulsifiers; (a2) treating the emulsifier with an aqueous solution of anionic polymers to form a matrix; (a3) contacting the matrix with an aqueous solution of cationic polymers to form a capsule and optionally (a4) separating the aqueous phase from the capsules, or (b1) preparing an aqueous emulsion containing actives and optionally oil components and/or emulsifiers; (b2) treating the aqueous emulsion with an aqueous solution of cationic polymers to form a matrix; (b3) contacting the matrix with an aqueous solution of an anionic polymer to form a capsule and optionally (b4) separating the aqueous phase from the capsule. The microcapsules are useful in paint and lacquer formulations.

Abstract: A system for dispensing a foamed aqueous emulsion is provided. The system is a foam-dispensing container and an aqueous emulsion of an oil component with improved foamability. The foamability is improved by including in the emulsion a polyol poly-12-hydroxystearate surfactant as an emulsifier. The aqueous emulsion contains polyol poly-12-hydroxystearate, an oil component, other surfactants and can contain UV protection factors, water and optionally other auxiliaries and additives.

Abstract: Suggested are biocide compositions, comprising (a) esters based on ketocarboxylic acids, (b) biocides, and optionally (c) oil components or co-solvents and/or (d) emulsifiers. The compositions exhibit an improved stability even if stored at temperatures between 5° and 40° C. over a longer period.

Abstract: A smooth, dry-feeling, less-greasy, substantially-odorless, ecotoxicologically-safe, wax-based composition with a melting point above 25° C., comprising one or more wax components selected from dialkyl carbonates, dialkylene carbonates, and mixtures of two or more thereof; less than 10%, by weight, of water; and (c) optionally, one or more components selected from the group consisting of one or more wax or oil components selected from the group consisting of dialkyl ethers, dialkylene ethers, dicarboxylic acids, hydroxyfatty alcohols, and mixtures of two or more thereof, as well as one or more wax-like lipid components, other than those in previously listed, one or more other oil components, liquid at 20° C. and immiscible with water at 25° C.

Abstract: The disclosed invention relates to a cosmetic composition containing at least one branched oligo-?-olefin, characterized in that the side chains at one branch point at least are ethyl, propyl or longer branched alkyl chains, the branched oligo-?-olefin being obtainable by oligomerization of a) at least one branched ?-olefin containing 5 to 18 carbon atoms, b) at least one linear ?-olefin containing 4 to 10 carbon atoms, c) a mixture of a branched ?-olefin containing 4 to 18 carbon atoms and a linear ?-olefin containing 3 to 18 carbon atoms or d) a mixture of various branched ?-olefins containing 4 to 18 carbon atoms and linear ?-olefins containing 3 to 18 carbon atoms in the presence of a catalyst selected from the group consisting of organic acids, cationic ion exchangers, silica gels, layer silicates, inorganic acids or Lewis-acid-based catalysts.

Abstract: Esters of 2-propylheptanol with linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C5-C36 carboxylic acids and C4-C36 dicarboxylic acids, compositions comprising these esters, and to the use of esters of 2-propylheptanol with linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C5-C36-carboxylic acids and/or C4-C36-dicarboxylic acids in cosmetic and/or topical pharmaceutical preparations.

Abstract: Esters of 2-propylheptanol with linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C5-C36 carboxylic acids and C4-C36 dicarboxylic acids, compositions comprising these esters, and to the use of esters of 2-propylheptanol with linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C5-C35-carboxylic acids and/or C4-C36-dicarboxylic acids in cosmetic and/or topical pharmaceutical preparations.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising calcium citrate and at least one N-acylated aminoalcohol according to formula (I). Provided is a method of treating aged skin, comprising topically applying to the aged skin a composition comprising a compound of Formula (I) in an amount effective to provide an anti-ageing effect. The compound of Formula (I) is used to prevent skin and/or to help to maintain or improve moisture retention and/or to fight against the signs of skin ageing. The N-acylated aminoalcohol of formula (I) acts as a ceramidase inhibitor. The combination of at least one compound of formula (I) and calcium citrate stimulates keratinocyte differentiation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing alkylene oxide addition products by reaction of compounds having a nucleophilic center with alkylene oxides in a reactor having a large inner surface. The invention is characterized in that the reaction is carried out exclusively in the liquid phase.

Abstract: The invention relates to composite materials, containing (i) a nanoporous polymer foam, which can be obtained by reacting one or more epoxy resins with one or more amphiphilic epoxy resin hardeners in water in a phase inversion polymerization process, and (ii) one or more inorganic fillers and/or inorganic fibers, with the stipulation that hollow glass balls are excluded as fillers. Said composite materials are suitable as heat-insulating materials.

Abstract: The disclosed invention provides wax dispersions with an average particle size of 0.5 to 100 ?m containing (a) a wax phase with a melting point above 25° C. which contains at least one oil or wax component selected from dialkyl(ene) ethers, dialkyl(ene) carbonates, dicarboxylic acids, hydroxyfatty alcohols, and mixtures thereof and at least one emulsifier, and (b) a water phase. The wax dispersions are particularly useful as a basis for cosmetic preparations and, more particularly, for impregnating and wetting utility and sanitary wipes used for personal hygiene and body care.

Abstract: A cosmetic preparation is disclosed, comprising (a) at least one surfactant selected from the group consisting of non-alkoxylated anionic surfactants, zwitterionic surfactants and amphoteric surfactants, (b) a microemulsion, and (c) at least one cationic polymer.

Abstract: Suggested are agrochemical compositions, comprising (a) biocides, and (b) alkoxylation products of di- and/or oligosaccharide esters.

Abstract: A cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical composition including an extract of a plant belonging to the genus Buchholzia and at least one auxiliary and/or additive is provided. A method for the cosmetic treatment of the skin or scalp and a method for the treatment of skin inflammation includes administering to a patient in need thereof a composition including an effective amount of a plant extract from a plant belonging to the genus Buchholzia.

Abstract: Esters of 2-propylheptanol with linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C5-C36 carboxylic acids and C4-C36 dicarboxylic acids, compositions comprising these esters, and to the use of esters of 2-propylheptanol with linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C5-C36-carboxylic acids and/or C4-C36-dicarboxylic acids in cosmetic and/or topical pharmaceutical preparations.

Abstract: The invention relates to a copolymerizable emulsifier comprising (meth)acrylic acid esters, selected from compounds of the general formula (1) and (II), where: A is an acrylic group having 3 to 40 carbon atoms, x and y independently of each other are a hydrogen group or a methyl group, B is hydrogen or a sulfate or phosphate group, and n a number in the range of 0 to 40. The invention further relates to methods of using said copolymerizable emulsifier in the emulsion polymerization of olefinically unsaturated monomers to prepare polymers.

Abstract: Emulsion concentrates comprising at least one alkyl and/or alkenyl oligoglycoside having 6 to 22 carbon atoms in the alk(en)yl radical, polyglycerol esters, at least one polyol, at least one glyceride having a melting point greater than or equal to 20° C., at least one oil component liquid at 20° C. and with a polarity of more than 30-40 mN/m and at least one oil component liquid at 20° C. and with a polarity of 5-30 mN/m are described. Methods of making and using such emulsion concentrates are also described. Articles employing the emulsion concentrates are also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of esters of 2-propylheptanol with benzoic acid and/or benzoic acid derivatives in cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical preparations. The compounds are distinguished by their particularly light sensory impression.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of esters of 2-propylheptanol with benzoic acid and/or benzoic acid derivatives in cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical preparations. The compounds are distinguished by their particularly light sensory impression.

Abstract: The invention relates to a conditioner in the form of an optically non-transparent dispersion containing at least one cationic surfactant, a micro emulsion containing bl) at least one alkyl glycoside and/or an alkyl oligoglycoside, b2) at least one cosurfactant which does not fall under the definition of bl), b3) an organic oil phase, and b4) water, at least one fatty alcohol, optionally further surfactants and optionally further cosmetic additives, wherein the sum of all the surfactants present in the conditioner makes up a proportion of at most 10 wt % of the conditioner. The invention also relates to the use and production thereof.