Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions and methods of making up keratinous tissue in a way that preserves long-wear but also greater comfort, reduced tackiness and enriched color, and which entail use of polyhedral oligomeric silsequioxanes (POSS)-grafted polyolefins.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising at least one acrylic thickener, water and at least one oil, as well as methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition and method for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate, comprising at least one supramolecular polymer, at least one detackifying ingredient which is a hyperbranched functional polymer, at least one fatty phase ingredient(s), at least one light silicone fluid other than the fatty phase ingredient(s), and at least one copolymer containing a silicone resin segment and a fluid silicone segment. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one functional filler, at least one wax and at least one colorant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition and method for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate, comprising at least one supramolecular polymer, at least one detackifying ingredient which is a hyperbranched functional polymer and at least one fatty phase ingredient(s). The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one wax and at least one colorant.

Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions comprising (1) at least one MQTPr siloxane resin; (2) at least one film former chosen from a silicone acrylate copolymer; (3) at least one film former chosen from a hydrogenated hydrocarbon copolymer; (4) at least one fatty phase; and (5) optionally at least one wax and/or colorant. Also disclosed are methods for improving at least one property of a cosmetic composition, and methods for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of keratinous substrates using compositions according to the invention.

Abstract: A process for altering the appearance of hair, the process comprising the steps of (a) providing a composition for dyeing and reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair, said composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (i) at least one non-hydroxide base; (ii) at least one protein denaturant different from (a)(i); (iii) at least one dye chosen from oxidative dye precursors and direct dyes; (iv) at least one thickening agent; (v) optionally, at least one alkoxysilane comprising at least one solubilizing functional group; and (vi) optionally, at least one fatty substance; (b) contacting the hair with the composition in (a) to form treated hair; (c) rinsing the treated hair; (d) drying the treated hair; (e) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair to form smoothed hair; (f) optionally, shampooing the smoothed hair; and (g) rinsing the smoothed hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: (i) from 0.01% to 10% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of one or more compounds chosen from ellagic acid, ethers thereof and ellagic acid salts or ethers thereof, in a content ranging (ii) one or more extracts of one or more non-photosynthetic, non-fruiting filamentous bacteria, and (iii) one or more surfactants chosen from anionic and/or amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactants. The invention also relates to a cosmetic treatment process using such a composition, and to the use of this composition for eliminating and/or reducing the amount of dandruff on the hair and the scalp.

Abstract: The solubility in solvent media, notably alcoholic media, of the beta-hydroxy acids (“BHAs”), notably the chemical skin peeling agent salicylic acid, is markedly enhanced by solubilizing same in the presence of at least one alpha-hydroxy acid (“AHA”); higher potency, more concentrated BHA skin peel products are thus formulated.

Abstract: Cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of formula (I) and the corresponding salts thereof: wherein: R1 is a radical chosen from —COOR?, —CONR?R?, —CH2OR?, —COR?, —CH2R?, —SO2OR?, —PO3R?R? and —NHR?, wherein R? and R?, which may be identical or different, are defined herein; R2 is chosen from saturated and unsaturated, linear, branched and cyclic hydrocarbon radicals comprising from 1 to 18 carbon atoms which are optionally substituted by from 1 to 5 identical or different entities chosen from —OR??, —OCOR??, —SCOR??, NR??R??, —NHCOR??, halogen, —CN, —COOR?? and —COR??, wherein R?? and R??, which may be identical or different, are defined herein; as well as the use of these compounds, for example, to promote skin desquamation, to stimulate epidermal renewal and/or to combat the signs of skin ageing.

Abstract: A process for reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair comprising: (a) providing a composition for reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair, said composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (i) at least one non-hydroxide base; (ii) at least one protein denaturant different from (a)(i); (iii) at least one alkoxysilane comprising at least one solubilizing functional group; and (iv) optionally, at least one fatty substance; (b) contacting the hair with the composition in (a) to form treated hair; (c) optionally, rinsing the composition in (a) from the treated hair; (d) optionally, contacting the treated hair with a conditioning agent; (e) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair to form smoothed hair; (f) optionally, shampooing the smoothed hair; and (g) rinsing the smoothed hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate comprising (1) forming a film on the keratinous substrate by applying to said keratinous substrate (a) a first cosmetic composition comprising at least one polyvinyl alcohol-styrylpyridinium polymer and (b) a second cosmetic composition comprising at least one complexing agent, and (2) exposing the film to radiation chosen from UV and visible light radiation.

Abstract: A process for altering the appearance of hair, the process comprising the steps of (a) providing a composition for dyeing and reducing curl and/or frizziness of hair, said composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (i) at least one non-hydroxide base; (ii) at least one protein denaturant different from (a)(i); (iii) at least one dye chosen from oxidative dye precursors and direct dyes; (iv) at least one thickening agent; (v) optionally, at least one alkoxysilane comprising at least one solubilizing functional group; and (vi) optionally, at least one fatty substance; (b) contacting the hair with the composition in (a) to form treated hair; (c) rinsing the treated hair; (d) drying the treated hair; (e) smoothing the treated hair using a combination of heat and means for physically smoothing hair to form smoothed hair; (f) optionally, shampooing the smoothed hair; and (g) rinsing the smoothed hair.

Abstract: A method for mixing substances for the treatment of keratinous substrates may comprise separating a paperboard packaging container into at least two portions. The method may also comprise removing at least two containers containing differing substances from the paperboard packaging container and mixing the at least two substances together in one of the at least two separated portions of the paperboard packaging container so as to form a mixture of the at least two substances for the treatment of keratinous substrates. The method may further comprise applying the mixture to a keratinous substrate.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hydrating and moisturizing solid emulsion lipstick composition, capable of imparting enhanced shine and coverage, containing: (a) at least one polyamine; (b) at least one polar modified polymer; (c) water; (d) at least one non-volatile solvent; (e) at least one wax having a high melting point; and (e) optionally, at least one colorant.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a composition comprising: (a) at least one polyacid; (b) at least one amino compound chosen from alkyl monoamines, alkoxylated polyamines, alkoxylated monoamines, polyamines and mixtures thereof; and (c) cosmetically acceptable carrier. The present disclosure also relates to a method of sealing the surface of a keratinous substrate using such compositions, including inhibiting loss of hair color. The compositions of the present disclosure may further comprise an auxiliary ingredient.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a process for coating keratin fibers, comprising the application to the keratin fibers of at least one coat of at least one dry-applicable composition presented in the form of a stick. The disclosure also relates to a process for coating keratin fibers, comprising placing the fibers in contact with at least part of the surface of a stick of a dry-applicable composition, and causing a relative displacement between the surface of the stick and the fibers so as to bring about erosion of the composition and its application to the fibers in the form of a deposit of at least one coat.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for straightening keratinous fibers including: (i) a step of applying on the keratinous fibers a hair straightening composition containing at least one alpha-hydroxy and/or keto acid derivative, the pH of said composition being not more than 9 (ii) a step of increasing the temperature of the keratinous fibers, using heating means, to a temperature ranging between 110 and 250° C.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for straightening keratinous fibers including: (i) a step of applying on the keratinous fibers a hair straightening composition containing at least one alpha-hydroxy and/or keto acid derivative, the pH of said composition being not more than 9 (ii) a step of increasing the temperature of the keratinous fibers, using heating means, to a temperature ranging between 110 and 250° C.

Abstract: An anhydrous oil foam composition containing: (a) at least one liquid oil; (b) at least one surfactant chosen from polyglyceryl-2 laurate; (c) at least one UV filter; and (d) a propellant, wherein the composition is waterless and is capable of imparting UV protection onto a target keratinous substrate.