Abstract: The present invention provides inexpensive, safe and reliable methods for improving the morphology, tone, texture and/or appearance of the skin and/or hair of a mammal, preferably without using one or more surfactants (or other chemicals) that can strip away, or otherwise remove, one or more protective lipids from the skin and/or hair. These methods comprise topically applying to the skin and/or hair at least three applications on a regular basis of a composition in an effective amount including: (a) a Meadowlactone in an amount that is effective for enhancing the morphology, tone, texture and/or appearance of the skin and/or hair, and having the chemical structure set forth herein; and (b) a cosmetically acceptable base in an amount that is effective for acting as a carrier vehicle for the Meadowlactone.

Abstract: A method is provided for inhibiting free radical degradation in the skin of a human or nonhuman animal comprising contacting the skin with a skin treatment composition having a concentration of a 1-(3-methoxybenzyl)-3-substituted thiourea compound effective for inhibiting free radical generation. Skin protecting compositions comprising a free radical inhibiting concentration of a 1-(3-methoxybenzyl)-3-substituted thiourea compound, and optionally a sunscreeen composition, are also provided.

Abstract: A method is provided for inhibiting free radical degradation in the skin of a human or nonhuman animal comprising contacting the skin with a skin treatment composition having a concentration of a 1-(3-methoxybenzyl)-3-substituted thiourea compound effective for inhibiting free radical generation. Skin protecting compositions comprising a free radical inhibiting concentration of a 1-(3-methoxybenzyl)-3-substituted thiourea compound, and optionally a sunscreeen composition, are also provided.

Abstract: A method is provided for inhibiting free radical degradation in the skin of a human or nonhuman animal comprising contacting the skin with a skin treatment composition having a concentration of a 1-(3-methoxybenzyl)-3-substituted thiourea compound effective for inhibiting free radical generation. Skin protecting compositions comprising a free radical inhibiting concentration of a 1-(3-methoxybenzyl)-3-substituted thiourea compound, and optionally a sunscreeen composition, are also provided.

Abstract: A composition, process for preparation and use of a novel hair dyeing composition in the personal care industry. The composition when used in the dyeing process for hair results in a permanent coloration to the hair and improves manageability of the hair and minimizes damage from dyeing process. The use of zwitterionic compounds, specifically alkylmidopropyl dimethyl betaines provide unexpected penetration of the hair by the dye, unexpected oxidative stability in the dye compopsitions, and unexpected color deposition to the hair.

Abstract: The present invention deals with novel emulsifiers. The compounds are esters made by the reaction of sorbitol and meadowfoam acids. The introduction of the unsaturated highly stable meadowfoam acid portion of the molecule into the compounds of the present invention results in improved emulsification efficiency, improved oxidative stability and improved liquidity of the esters.

Abstract: The present invention to provide a process for conditioning hair and skin which comprise contacting the skin or hair with an effective conditioning concentration of a of the reaction product of meadowfoam oil and an ester selected from the group consisting of beeswax, jojoba oil, carnauba wax, and candelilla wax.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a series of “reconstituted meadowfoam oils”. The term reconstituted as used heron refers to a process in which meadowfoam oil and one or more oils of natural origin are transesterfied under conditions of high temperature and catalyst to make a “reconstituted product” having an altered alkyl distribution and consequently altered chemical and physical properties. The present invention deals with the reaction of meadowfoam oil and beeswax, carnauba wax, candellia wax, and jojoba oil.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to free radical polymers, which contain a meadowfoam ester group as one of the functional groups polymerized. The compounds of the invention are prepared by the free radical polymerization of a novel meadowfoam monomer having a reactive vinyl group and a number of other free radical polymerizable reactants. The unique structure of the meadowfoam results in polymers with oxidative stability heretofore unattainable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a series of “reconstituted meadowfoam oils”, used on skin for moisturizing and emmolient applications. The term reconstituted as used hereon refers to a process in which meadowfoam oil and one or more oils of natural origin are transesterified under conditions of high temperature and catalyst to make a “reconstituted product” having an altered alkyl distribution and consequently altered chemical and physical properties.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the composition of matter and the utilization of certain novel meadowfoam based quaternary compounds. These materials are useful in personal care applications as hair conditioners.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the composition of matter and the utilization of certain novel amido amine salts of meadowfoam amido propyl dimethyl amine. These materials are useful in personal care applications.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the composition of matter and the utilization of certain novel polyoxyalkylene glycol esters which are prepared by the reaction of a meadowfoam oil, meadowfoam fatty acid or meadowfoam methyl ester and a polyoxylalkylene glycol as emulsifiers.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the composition of matter and the utilization of certain amine oxides of meadowfoam amido propyl dimethyl amine. These materials are useful in personal care applications.

Abstract: The present invention deals with a process for cleaning and conditioning hair and skin which comprises the contacting of hair or skin woth an effective concentration of certain novel meadowfoam derived sulfosuccinates. These materials are useful as cosmetic ingredients as additives to shampoo systems where outstanding liquidity, resistance to oxidation, and minimal odor variation are required.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the composition of matter and the utilization of certain novel meadowfoam based betaine compounds. These materials are useful in personal care applications.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the certain novel alkoxylated esters which are prepared by the reaction of an alkoxylated alcohol and meadowfoam fatty, methyl ester or triglyceride. These materials are useful as cosmetic ingredients where outstanding liquidity, resistance to oxidation, and minimal taste and odor variation are required. This combination of properties make these compounds excellent candidates as emulsifiers used in personal care products like skin care oils and lipsticks.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the use certain novel esters which are prepared by the reaction of an alcohol and meadowfoam fatty, methyl ester or triglyceride in personal care applications. These materials are useful as cosmetic ingredients where outstanding liquidity, resistance to oxidation, and minimal taste and odor variation are required. This combination of properties make these compounds excellent candidates as additives to personal care products like skin care oils and lipsticks.

Abstract: The present invention deals with a certain novel imidazoline which are prepared by the reaction of aminoethylethanolamine and meadowfoam fatty, methyl ester or triglyceride. This material is useful as a lubricant additive and as an intermediate to make amphoteric surfactants.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the certain novel meadowfoam derived sulfosuccinates. These materials are useful as cosmetic ingredients as additives to shampoo systems where outstanding liquidity, resistance to oxidation, and minimal odor variation are required.