Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of alkyl quaternium silicone compounds having both alkyl groups and fatty quaternary nitrogen groups attached in one molecule, and the intermediates formed during the production thereof, that are suitable for use in personal care and other applications. These compounds by virtue of their unique structure provide outstanding micro-emulsions and provide outstanding hair conditioning.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a synergistic blend of a sunscreen agent, specifically avobenzone and a specific class of ester that results in substantially improved sunscreen effectiveness, improving the performance of the sunscreen formulation as determined by the star system.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to fluoro silicone acrylates that are used in reaction either alone or with other monomers to make polymers that can modify the surface of hair skin or pigment. This makes them ideal for incorporation into pigmented products in personal care applications like make up and lipsticks.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel class of Dimer Alkyl Silicone Polymers (DASP) and their use to provide conditioning to skin and hair. By conditioning is meant a elegant smooth skin feel, eliminating dryness and raspiness. It is thought the mechanism of action is related to the fact that the DASP compounds reduce surface tension of personal care products, providing outstanding conditioning and skin feel. The improved conditioning composition based upon a very specific class of dimer alkyl silicone polymers (DASP) that despite their solubility in oil, lower surface tension and improve conditioning of personal care products.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of vinyl ether based silicone polymers and their use in personal care applications. They are prepared by the hydrosilylation reaction of a vinyl ether and a silanic hydrogen compound. The compounds find use in personal care applications.

Abstract: A silicone composition having the formula: wherein R1 are independently selected from the group consisting of: an alkyl having 1-5 carbon atoms, a substituted alkyl having 1-5 carbon atoms optionally substituted by one or more fluorine atoms, and a phenyl, and R2 is selected from the group consisting of: hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 45 carbon atoms, substituted alkyl of 1 to 45 carbon atoms optionally substituted by one or more fluorine atoms, aryl, a partially esterified ester-containing and a reverse ester thereof; provided that if R1 is anything but methyl or ethyl, then R2 must be a methyl, ethyl or butyl.

Abstract: The present invention relates to silicone based amine oxides. The silicone amine oxides are non-irritating, high foaming products that are substantive to substrates like fiber, metal hair and skin. They also possess good detergency. They are made by reaction of a suitable silicone compound containing an epoxide functionality, followed by reaction with hydrogen peroxide to make the amine oxide.

Abstract: The invention relates to a series of novel silicone reactive amino containing dimethicone copolyols. This class of compounds provides unique softening, durability and solubility properties when applied to fibers including textile fibers and hair and skin. The compounds of the present invention contain (a) an amino group, (b) an alkylene oxide containing portion, (c) a reactive group selected from the group consisting of silanol hydroxyl and optionally a alkoxy group. The compounds of the invention are self dispersing in water, by virtue of the alkylene oxide, softening to fiber, by virtue of the amino group and durable by virtue of the silanol and/or hydroxyl group. An additional critically important aspect of the molecule is the fact that it is water soluble or dispersible resulting in stable aqueous systems for delivery to the fiber.

Abstract: The invention relates to a series of novel silicone alkoxylates a process for their preparation and the application of these materials as emulsifiers for a variety of oil phases. This class of compounds are prepared by the reaction of a carboxy functional silicone and a ethylene oxide, propylene oxide or mixtures thereof. The products provide unique surfactant properties, specifically emulsification properties for many oil phases.The compounds are useful for preparation of ultra mild products for use personal care applications for skin, hair care and related applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to a series of novel silicone alkanolamides a process or their preparation and the application of these materials in textile and personal care applications. This class of compounds are prepared by the reaction of a orboxy silicone and an alkanolamine. The products provide unique solubility in many organic solvents as well as being very substantive to hair skin and fiber. The compounds are useful or conditioning hair, skin and fiber and are particularity useful in personal care products like two in one shampoos.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a series of novel silicone proteins which are high substantive to fiber and hair. They are cationic materials which contain an ester linkage. A chloroester of a dimethicone copolyol is reacted with the amino group of a protein or amino acid. The compounds contain both a silicone portion and protein portion in a covalent bone one molecule. Since the compounds of the present invention are high molecular weight silicone polymers, they have a high degree of oxidative stability, even at elevated temperatures and are nonirritating to skin and eyes. The proteins of the present invention plate out on and form a film on the surface of hair skin and textile fibers. In addition, these compounds are non volatile and exhibit a inverse cloud point. These combination of properties makes these polymers ideally suited for use in personal care applications.

Abstract: The invention discloses novel fluorine containing polyester compounds. Compounds of the invention by virtue of (a) the silicone containing polyester group, (b) the fluorine containing terminal groups and (c) the polyoxyalkylene containing dimethicone copolyol group are extremely efficient lubricating materials when applied to a variety of surfaces and are water dispersible or water soluble depending upon the specific molecule. These materials have a water soluble portion in the silicone backbone which allows for the preparation of water dispersible and water soluble fluorine containing compounds useful in personal care applications as conditioners and softeners. The compounds of the present invention are prepared by reacting a dimethicone copolyol compound with a dicarboxylic acid and a fluorine containing alcohol.

Abstract: The invention relates to a series of novel silicone fatty esters. This class of compounds, provide outstanding softening and lubrication when applied to hair, skin, textiles and other fibers. The compounds of the present invention are prepared by reacting a the hydroxyl group in a silicone polymer with a fatty carboxylic acid, ester or anhydride.