Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided that includes a silicone copolyol sulfosuccinate and an amphoteric surfactant, preferably in clear gel form. The amphoteric surfactant may be selected from the group consisting of alkyl betaine, alkylamido betaine and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided that includes a cosmetic composition and a container for storing same. The container has a first and second section. Each section is defined by a hemispheroidal chamber having an open mouth with a circumferential edge therearound and a flange projecting outwardly therefrom. The first section contains the cosmetic composition and is sealed by a web completely covering the mouth as well as the flange. On the flange of the second section is a lip with a clamping device for releasably engaging the first section flange thereby releasably joining first and second sections to one another.

Abstract: Novel pseudoceramides are defined, together with their synthesis and compositions comprising them for topical application to human skin, hair and nails.

Abstract: A potent cosmetically active material such as a perfume is delivered to the body by electrostatic spraying. The active material can be sprayed at ultra-low flow rates, preferably in neat or substantially neat form.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes green tea and a sunscreen compound which is effective to at least partially block ultraviolet radiation from harming human skin, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A lipstick article is provided which houses a lipstick with a water content of from 0.5 to 30% by weight. The lipstick is packaged in a casing including a base, an elongated cylindrical inner body received in the base and containing the lipstick, a device for elevating-retracting the lipstick from within the inner body, a hollow elongated cap fitting over the inner body, and a hollow elongated plug sleeve inserted within the cap and formed of a material more flexible than a material forming the cap, the plug sleeve sealingly contacting an outer wall of the inner body to prevent evaporation of water from the lipstick.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided that includes a volatile silicone fluid, a non-volatile silicone gum and a C.sub.16 -C.sub.22 fatty acid ester of citric acid. The composition is particularly intended for application to areas surrounding the eyes.

Abstract: A colored cosmetic stick, especially a lipstick, is provided containing water, a solidifying agent such as a wax, and a colorant which is an aluminum salt, especially an aluminum lake.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel method for evenly applying cosmetics, especially mascara, to an applicator brush and to the eyelashes. A cosmetic applicator formed with an applicator brush is removed from a container holding the cosmetic in a manner such that the applicator brush rubs against an applicator brush belonging to another applicator, thereby cleaning the brush to remove loose particles of the cosmetic and also causing cosmetic in the vicinity of the rubbing brushes to mix. This mixing action tends to thin ends of the cylindrical container and wherein the eyelash brushes of each of the cosmetic applicators are positioned along substantially the same longitudinal axis when the cap means of both cosmetic applicators are capped onto the container.

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: A cosmetic product is provided that stores a cosmetic composition in a capsule having a round body with hollow chamber forming a major portion of the capsule, a tab forming a minor portion of the capsule, and a neck section connecting the tab with the round body. Upon twisting, the neck can be broken to allow release of cosmetic composition from within the chamber.

Abstract: In accordance with this invention, a stable oil-in-water emulsion containing polyethylene which is an effective sunscreen composition is provided. The polyethylene is stable in the oil-in-water emulsion because of the presence of esters in the emulsion. The emulsions of the invention comprise: from about 0.5% by weight to about 30% by weight sunscreen agents; from about 0.2% by weight to about 5% by weight polyethylene; from about 0.5% by weight to about 20% by weight oil-in-water emulsion forming surfactants; from about 0.5% by weight to about 30% by weight esters; 0% to about 25% by about skin compatible non-silicone oils and hydrocarbons; 0% to about 30% by weight silicone oils; from about 0.1% to about 10% by weight humectants; and from about 20% to about 80% by weight water.

Abstract: The invention provides a dual cosmetic applicator and container for applying cosmetic, especially mascara, to the eyelashes in which a pair of eyelash brushes engage each other on the inside of a container holding a quantity of cosmetic. When an eyelash brush is removed from the container its bristles rub against the bristles of the other brush so as to mix the cosmetic which is applied to the brush. This mixing action tends to thin thixotropic cosmetic like mascara, making application of mascara to the eyelashes easier.