Abstract: Disclosed is a hair care composition comprising a compound of the formula (1) and a photolabile antidandruff agent wherein said photolabile antidandruff agent is piroctone olamine. The compound of formula (1), which is a 2(1H)-pyridinone, may be a degradation product of piroctone olamine on exposure to UV radiation and has been shown to improve the stability of piroctone olamine.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a hair care composition comprising, based on total composition weight, a) a sum total of from about 0.1% to about 2% of a perfume with one or more malodor reduction materials having a wt % from about 0.0001% to about 2% of one or more of said malodor reduction materials; b) from about 0.01% to about 10% of a scalp active material selected from the group consisting of sulfur and mixtures thereof; c) from about 0.1% to about 40% of a surfactant.

Abstract: The object is providing a water-in-oil emulsion sunscreen cosmetic having a property not present in the prior art, in which UV protection ability improve upon contact with water, sweat and the like in comparison with that directly after application, and also having pleasant texture and easy to wash off. The present invention provides a water-in-oil emulsion sunscreen cosmetic comprising (A) 6 to 40 mass % of a UV protective agent; (B) an organic-modified clay mineral; (C) an oil-phase-thickening agent, other than (B) and (D) a silicone-based surfactant having an HLB of less than 8, wherein the ratio, [total quantity of component (B) and component (C)]/[total quantity of (E) non-volatile liquid oils except silicone oils], is 0.04 or more and less than 0.68.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hair care composition having an effective amount of a 2-pyridinol-N-oxide material and an effective amount of an iron chelator; wherein the combination of the iron chelator and the 2-pyridinol-N-oxide material provides high anti-fungal efficacy.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for mending split ends of hair comprising contacting the hair with split ends with a composition comprising at least one non-cellulosic polysaccharide derivative containing at least one cationic group, wherein said non-cellulosic polysaccharide derivative has a cationic degree of substitution DScat greater than 0.15.

Abstract: The instant disclosure generally relates to a multicomponent composition for coating mammalian or synthetic keratin material and textiles, the composition comprising a first and second components and a third component. The first and second components comprise first and second compounds respectively. Any one or more of the first, second and third components may also comprise pigment microparticles. The first, second and third compounds meld together on keratin material and textiles and especially on hair to form a coating that can be formulated to provide temporary coverage or provide permanent coverage. The multicomponent composition formed and set in situ as a solid linked coating ranges from ready removability to substantially permanent lastingness.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising a first composition comprising an inorganic heat generating agent that generates a heat by mixing with water; and a second composition comprising a cationic surfactant system comprising a mono-alkyl quaternized ammonium salt cationic surfactant, a high melting point fatty compound, and an aqueous carrier; wherein the ratio of the first composition to the second composition is from about 35:65 to 98:2; the difference in viscosities between the first and second composition is less than 3.5 Pa·s; the first and second compositions are kept separate from one another until dispensed; and the cosmetic composition when dispensed has a warming benefit.

Abstract: A hair care composition having a combination of a mixture of alkyl amine cationic surfactants, high melting point wax to provide a hydrophobic film (frizz resistance) and thermo-pliable film (heat styling response), along with a lightweight conditioner, to produce a hair care composition that is far less susceptible to buildup than traditional products currently marketed.

Abstract: A method for treating hair includes applying to hair a cosmetic formulation having an active part with a binding and antioxidant action. The active part is liposol maleate or a mixture of liposol maleate and maleic acid, with a weight ratio from 5:95 to 95:5.

Abstract: The invention discloses an instant hand-protection antibacterial gel, a method for preparing the same and use of the same, and belongs to the technical field of antibacterial disinfection. The instant hand-protection antibacterial gel of the present invention comprises: hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate 0.01-0.5%, keratin care agent 0.01%-5%, thickener 0.1-0.5%, emollient 1-10%, pH regulator 0.1-0.5%, ethanol 56-75%, and the balance is water; and an average molecular weight of the hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate is one or more of 500-20000 Daltons.

Abstract: The instant disclosure relates to hair treatment compositions that include a unique combination of components that function to impart desirable cosmetic properties to the hair. The hair treatment compositions typically include a cationic cellulosic quaternary ammonium compound; pectin; a cationic surfactant including cationizable surfactants together with an acid neutralizer; glyceryl ester; fatty alcohol; polyol; and water; wherein the weight ratio of the cationic cellulosic quaternary ammonium compound to pectin is from about 0.5 to about 5.

Abstract: A hair conditioner composition comprising: a. an aqueous carrier; b. from about 1 wt % to about 12 wt % of BVE; and c. from about 1 wt % to about 12 wt % of at least two fatty alcohols.

Abstract: A hair conditioner composition with a gel network, a soluble anti-dandruff active, and a preservation system. The preservation system can include an ingredient selected from the group consisting of glycol, glyceryl ester, glyceryl ethers and combinations thereof. There may be no visible crystals of the soluble anti-dandruff active in the condition composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions for treating and conditioning keratinous substrates, comprising a silane compound; hydrophobic silica aerogel particles; a first organic acid; a cationic surfactant chosen from fatty dialkylamines; a second organic acid; a fatty alcohol; water; and optionally, a silicone compound other than the silane compound. Also disclosed are methods for treating and conditioning keratinous substrates using the composition.

Abstract: Hair care compositions and methods for improving curl retention of hair are provided. The hair car composition may include a carrier and a quaternary ammonium compound. The method for improving curl retention may include contacting the hair care composition with surfaces of the hair of a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions for treating and conditioning keratinous substrates, comprising a cationic agent comprising quaternary ammonium compounds; a modified starch; silane compounds, a cationic vinylpyrrolidone polymer and water. Also disclosed are methods treating and conditioning keratinous substrates using the composition.

Abstract: Provided is a rinse-off-type hair cosmetic composition used by being applied to hair and then washed away, the hair cosmetic composition comprising: the ingredients (A) to (C) below, and water, wherein a molar ratio of the ingredient. (B) to the ingredient (A), (B)/(A), is less than 3, and a mass ratio of the ingredient (C) to the ingredient (A), (C)/(A), is less than 1: (A) an amido-cationic surfactant represented by formula (1) wherein R1 represents a C11-17-alkyl group or alkenyl group, R2 represents a C2-4-alkylene group, R3, R4, and R5 independently represent a C1-3-alkyl group, an alkenyl group, or hydroxyalkyl group, and X? represents an anion; (B) a fatty alcohol having 14 to 18 carbon atoms; and (C) a silicone.

Abstract: A hair care composition is disclosed comprising a copolymer, an ethoxylated alkyl sulfate anionic surfactant having a formula RO(CH2CH2O)nSO3M, wherein R is an alkyl or alkenyl having from 8 to 18 carbon atoms; M is a solubilising cation comprising sodium, potassium, ammonium or mixtures thereof; the degree of ethoxylation n is 2, and from 0.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for preventing or reducing hair frizz. The compositions are preferably oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions comprise at least one polysiloxane fluid component selected from an amodimethicone and a polysiloxane component comprising a plurality of hindered amine side chains. The compositions also comprise a silicone-compatible, volatile or non-volatile liquid carrier component, preferably comprising a component selected from a low molecular weight, volatile siloxy component; a hydrocarbon; and an alcohol. The compositions are preferably combing cremes, sprays or mousses, and are suitable for use a “leave-in” hair care product, or as a touch-up hair care product suitable for use during the day.

Abstract: A hair conditioner composition comprising: a. an aqueous carrier; b. from about 0.25 wt % to about 8 wt % of BVE; and c. from about 0.25 wt % to about 8 wt % of fatty alcohol(s).