Abstract: Gas-emitting bath additive compositions are stably preserved over a long term. They comprise a carbonate, an organic acid, and a stabilizer which is selected from magnesium oxide, sodium aluminate and a mixture thereof. Magnesium oxide and sodium aluminate are effective to improve the preservation stability of bath additives when used in an amount of 0.1 to 1.5 wt % of the total composition.

Abstract: Aqueous depilatory compositions containing biguanide and active thiol agent(s) which provide for faster hair removal are disclosed.

Abstract: A number of pyrethroid insecticides are photolabile, thus limiting their use outdoors. The non-photolabile pyrethroids often have the disadvantage of lasting too long when used outdoors. Herein, certain toxicologically acceptable compounds are designated which stabilize the normally photolabile pyrethroids and allow them to be used for an extended time period out of doors. The stabilizers have an electron deficient .pi. system and serve to decrease the rate of the photochemical decomposition of the pyrethroid at a given light level.

Abstract: Biphosphonic acids of general formula I: ##STR1## in which R is a fluorine atom of a linear or branched alkyl radical containing between 1 and 5 carbon atoms, which may also be substituted by one or more amino groups of fluorine atoms or both amino groups and fluorine atoms, R' is hydroxy or fluorine, and their salts with an alkali metal, an organic base or a basic aminoacid, exhibit valuable properties in the treatment of urolithiasis or in the treatment as inhibitors of bone reabsorption. The compound 4-amino-1-hydroxybutan-1,1-biphosphonic acid is between 100 and 300 times more active than Cl.sub.2 MDP.

Abstract: The invention relates to a synergistic fungicidal composition containing more active ingredients comprising benzimidazole-2-ylmethylcarbamate and the zinc and manganese complexes of (8-oxyquinolinate)-(dimethyl dithiocarbamate) as active ingredients, optionally solid and/or liquid carrier(s) and other excipient(s).The composition is of value especially in the treatment of infections caused by ustilaginales, powdery mildew and fusarium species on cereals.

Abstract: Aqueous depilatory compositions containing aminoguanidine and active thiol agent(s) which provide for faster hair removal are disclosed.

Abstract: Sebosuppressive cosmetic preparations containing benzyl alcohol derivatives which are substituted on the benzene ring by alkyl, aryl, alkyloxymethyl radicals or by a fused aromatic ring, and methods for their use.

Abstract: A quaternized polymer having recurring units of the formula ##STR1## wherein X.sup..crclbar. represents an anion derived from an organic or mineral acid;R'.sub.2 is an aliphatic radical having a maximum of 20 carbon atoms;R'.sub.1 is an aliphatic, alicyclic or arylaliphatic radical containing a minimum of 2 carbon atoms and a maximum of 20 carbon atoms, or R'.sub.1 and R'.sub.2 together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached form a ring capable of containing a second heteroatom other than said nitrogen;A represents a divalent group of the formula ##STR2## wherein x, y and t are whole numbers ranging from 0 to 11 and being such that the sum (x+y+t) is greater than or equal to 0 and less than 18, and E and K represent hydrogen or an aliphatic radical having less than 18 carbon atoms;B represents a divalent group of the formula ##STR3## --CH.sub.2 --CHOH--CH.sub.2 --, --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --O--(CH.sub.2).sub.

Abstract: A hoof conditioner and dressing and methods of use. The conditioner and dressing is an oil in water emulsion that contains petrolatum, anhydrous lanolin, cod liver oil fortified with vitamins A and D, wheat germ oil fortified with vitamins A and D and containing vitamin E, urea and Povidone-Iodine solution. It not only acts to retain moisture already in the hoof, but the anhydrous lanolin and urea also hydrate the hoof. The Povidone-Iodine solution provides free iodine to the hoof over a prolonged period of time to promote growth, to act as a counter-irritant, and to kill the bacteria, fungi, and viruses that are often present in the hoof. The conditioner and dressing is semi-solid at room temperature and is easily applied to the hoof and pastern area, but melts when subjected to the body temperature of the animal and is thereby readily absorbed.

Abstract: A cream is disclosed for protection of the scalp during hair straightening, composed of 10-80% by weight Vaseline.RTM., and/or polyethylene dissolved in paraffin oil, 10-85% by weight of at least one oxethylated saturated or unsaturated C.sub.8 -C.sub.18 -fatty alcohol and/or oxethylated C.sub.6 -C.sub.14 -alkylphenol each with 2 up to 30 ethylene oxide units in the molecule, 0.5 up to 5.0% by weight of a physiologically compatible organic acid and/or a physiologically compatible, easily saponifiable ester of an organic acid, 0.001 up to 1.0% by weight of at least one pH-indicator and, if necessary, up to 1.0% by weight water as well as, if necessary, customary cosmetic additives. According to the likewise claimed method of straightening hair, the mentioned protective cream is applied to the scalp before the use of an alkaline hair straightening agent. If the alkaline hair straightening agent, subsequently applied to the hair, comes into contact with the protective cream, it is neutralized.

Abstract: The invention provides for a reducing composition free of an anionic polymer for use in the first stage of a permanent wave operation wherein the S--S bonds of the hair keratin are opened, said composition comprising a reducing agent capable of opening the S--S bonds of the hair keratin in an amount effective to open said S--S bonds of the hair keratin and at least one polymer having units of the formula ##STR1## wherein R, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 each independently represent alkyl having 1-20 carbon atoms, hydroxyalkyl having 1-20 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl having 5 or 6 carbon atoms in the ring, alkyl substituted cycloalkyl having 5 or 6 carbon atoms in the ring and wherein the total number of carbon atoms is less than 20 and phenylalkyl wherein the alkyl moiety has 1-3 carbon atoms, one or both of the pairs R.sub.1 and R.sub.2, and R.sub.3, and R.sub.

Abstract: Method of blocking 5HT.sub.2 without effect on alpha receptors with 1-loweralkyl-6-methyl-8.beta.-(hydroxy)alkoxy carbonyl-5R-ergolines.

Abstract: A neutralizer for cold waving comprising: (i) an oxidizing agent and (ii) at least one compound selected from the group consisting of the compounds having the general formula (I) to (XII), as follows. ##STR1## wherein --R.sub.1 and --R.sub.2 are independently --CH.sub.3, --CH.sub.2 OH, --CH.sub.2 Cl, --CH.sub.2 Br, --CH.sub.2 I, ##STR2## --CH.sub.2 COOR.sub.6, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 COOR.sub.6, --CH.sub.2 COR.sub.6, --COR.sub.6, ##STR3## --R.sub.3, --R.sub.4, and --R.sub.5 are independently --H, --COR.sub.6, --COOR.sub.6, --Cl, --Br, --I, --NO.sub.2, --OCH.sub.3, --OH, and --COOH;--R.sub.6 is hydrogen atom, or an alkyl or alkenyl group having up to 3 carbon atoms;--R.sub.7 is --H, --OH, or --CH.sub.3 ; and--R.sub.8 is --H, --COCH(CH.sub.3).sub.2, --COCH.dbd.C(CH.sub.3).sub.2, --COCH.sub.3, ##STR4## This neutralizer generates no substantial mercaptan or other unpleasant odor when applied to the hair and forms an elastic and shiny permanent wave.

Abstract: A chewable comestible product is disclosed which comprises a frappe component having a density of at least 1.0, and a syrup component including corn syrup, sugar, and water. An antacid is optionally included and may preferably be incorporated into the frappe component. A related method of preparing the comestible product is also disclosed, which includes the processing of the product of the invention by cold processing techniques.In the instance where the product includes an antacid, metallic user aftertaste is absent.

Abstract: Provided is a novel composition for use in hair relaxing. The composition contains a quaternary ammonium hydroxide and a cosmetic base.

Abstract: Insecticide composition comprising (E)-.beta.-farnesene as a contact insecticide against aphids, a process for preparing said composition and the use of the (E)-.beta.-farnesene for controlling aphids.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for combating the soil insect, corn rootworm which comprises contacting the corn rootworm with an effective amount of N-methyl 2-(1-methylethyl)phenylcarbamate.

Abstract: A neutralizer for permanent waving of hair is disclosed. The neutralizer contains (A) 0.5-16% (w/v) of an oxidizing agent capable of reforming ruptured disulfide bonds in reduced hair and (B) 0.1-5% (w/v) of a cationic dextran derivative or its salt as indispensible components, and has a pH value range of from about 2 to about 10.5.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method of treatment and/or prophylaxis of pre-menstrual syndrome comprising the administration of a therapeutically or prophylactically effective dosage of at least one of ascorbic acid, EDTA, glutathione, and a compound of Formula I ##STR1## wherein X is a physiologically acceptable anion, and bioprecursors thereof, to a patient suffering from pre-menstrual syndrome.

Abstract: Provided is a method and lozenge composition which permits antacid and simethicone to be in intimate contact while still maintaining unimpaired defoaming activity of simethicone.