Abstract: An emulsified cosmetic makeup for revitalizing, smoothing, moisturizing and tightening the skin is disclosed. The composition comprises cosmetically effective amounts of a film forming agent containing plant polysaccharides and hydrolyzed casein, at least one sunscreen agent, at least one natural exfoliating agent, at least one moisturizer/re-hydrating agent encapsulated in liposome vessicles, at least one preservative, at least one antioxidant agent, at least one cosmetically acceptable pigment and at least one emulsifier.

Abstract: Disclosed are styling shampoo compositions comprising (a) from about 5% to about 50% by weight of a surfactant component having an anionic moiety at the pH of the composition; (b) from about 0.025% to about 3% by weight of a cationic deposition polymer; (c) from about 0.1% to about 10% by weight of a malodor-producing hair styling polymer; (d) from about 0.0075% to about 2.5% by weight of an odor masking base; and (e) from about 25% to about 94.5% by weight water. The odor masking base comprises (by weight of the base) from about 15% to about 75% by weight of an ionone perfume having a boiling point of more than about 250.degree. C., from about 5% to about 65% by weight of a musk having a boiling point of more than about 250.degree. C., and from about 20% to about 80% by weight of a highly volatile perfume having a boiling point of less than about 250.degree. C.

Abstract: Ionic compositions comprise an active ingredient absorbed within a network of internal pores defined by a plurality of polymeric particles. The particles are preferably crosslinked polymeric beads having a diameter in the range from about 5 to 100 microns and a surface charge density from about 0.1 to 10 meq/qm hydrogen ion capacity. The active ingredients are released from the ionic polymer beads over time when orally administered, applied to a keratinic material, typically human skin or hair or otherwise delivered to a target environment. The use of a cationic charge promotes adhesion of the beads to the keratinic material.

Abstract: A dermatological and/or cosmetic composition containing a depigmenting active extract of mouse-ear hawkweed and the use thereof in a cosmetic treatment method are disclosed. The use of an active substance obtainable from mouse-ear hawkweed for preparing a depigmenting active medicament is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a shampoo composition effective for control of ectoparasites, particularly for extermination of lice. The shampoo composition may contain 0.001% to 5% by weight of pyriproxyfen, 10% to 70% by weight of an anionic surfactant, 0.5% to 20% by weight of a polyhydric alcohol, and optionally 1% to 8% by weight of a pyrethroid compound.

Abstract: This composition includes a pulverulent fraction of relative density D, compatible with application to the skin, dispersed in a binder consisting of an emulsion comprising a fatty phase and an aqueous phase, in which:the particles of the said fraction have dimensions of between 0.5 and 100 .mu.m,the particle concentration per unit volume of said composition is at least equal to the critical particle concentration C*, andthe filler content F, defined in % by the formula: ##EQU1## is between F0 and 1.8.times.F0, the value F0 being calculated as follows: ##EQU2## The invention also relates to the corresponding process of preparation and the make-up product obtained.

Abstract: A mild personal cleansing composition is described which comprises an ethoxylated sulfate anionic surfactant, an amphoteric surfactant, an N-acylamino acid surfactant, a cationic cellulose ether derivative and a fatty alcohol. The composition is substantially free of polymeric thickeners and comprises little or no alkyl sulfate anionic surfactant.

Abstract: The invention concerns topical formulations such as nail varnishes comprising as the active agent the compound of formula I ##STR1## in free base form or in acid addition salt form, together with a polymeric film former and further excipients as appropriate. It also concerns a process of preparation of such preparations by mixing with an appropriate polymeric film former and conventional further excipients as appropriate, and a method of treatment of onychomycosis.

Abstract: The invention relates to substantially dust free bleach powders that, when mixed with aqueous hydrogen peroxide, yield activated bleach compositions that exhibit improved thixotropy. The bleach powders comprise at least one de-dusting agent and at least one peroxygenated salt. The de-dusting agents, which are preferably present in an amount less than about 10% by weight of the bleach powder are inert, substantially hydrophilic compounds selected from alkylated esters, cyclic ethers and cyclic esters. Optionally, one or more hair conditioning agents, thickeners and desiccants may be added to the dust free bleach powder.

Abstract: Oil-in-water type emulsions having a pH below or equal to 3.5, especially a pH below or equal to 3, and comprising as a stabilizing agent a substantially water-soluble crosslinked anionic copolymer consisting of units derived from the reaction between (i) acrylamide, (ii) 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulfonic acid and (iii) at least one compound possessing multiple olefinic unsaturation (crosslinking agent), in which the compound possessing multiple olefinic unsaturation is present in the copolymer at a concentration of between 0.06 and 1 mmol per mole of the collective monomer units, are stable.

Abstract: Process for moulding a make-up composition in a mould comprising a concave moulding surface forming the base of the mould and a bottom forming the upper component of the mould and closing off the space bounded by the said moulding surface, the composition being cast in the said mould in fluid form and subsequently solidifying to form a demouldable solid product capable of being packaged, in which the said composition is cast in a mould (1) whose bottom consists at least partly of a sheet (2) of open-cell plastic foam, so as partly to impregnate the said foam sheet (2) with the said composition and in which, after solidifying of the said composition, a moulded product consisting of the solidified composition and of the foam sheet which is bonded to it and which forms its support, is demoulded by removing the moulding surface (1).

Abstract: This composition includes a pulverulent fraction of relative density D, compatible with application to the skin, dispersed in a binder consisting of an emulsion comprising a fatty phase and an aqueous phase, in which:the particles of the said fraction have dimensions of between 0.5 and 100 .mu.m,the particle concentration per unit volume of said composition is at least equal to the critical particle concentration C*, andthe filler content F, defined in % by the formula: ##EQU1## is between F0 and 1.8.times.F0, the value F0 being calculated as follows: if D.ltoreq.0.1 F0=10if 0.1<D.ltoreq.0.6 F0=(60.times.D)+4if D>0.6 F0=40. The invention also relates to the corresponding process of preparation and the make-up product obtained.

Abstract: Novel detergent hair compositions (shampoos) which are more particularly suitable for so-called sensitized hair, comprising a cosmetically acceptable medium containing at least one anionic surface-active agent, at least one nonionic surface-active agent, at least one conditioning agent, and at least 2% by weight relative to the total weight of the detergent hair composition of at least one carboxylic acid having a hydroxyl radical in the .alpha. position (alpha-hydroxy acid) or a derivative thereof.The compositions make it possible to obtain hair which, after washing, has enhanced lightness, smoothness, shine and mechanical strength.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition which can be used in particular for eye makeup and which comprises deoxyribonucleic acid and at least one wax. The present invention also relates to a process for the preparation of the cosmetic composition and to a method of using the latter.

Abstract: A skin or hair care composition in the form of an aqueous gel comprising a humectant, a water-soluble polyglycerylmethacrylate lubricant, a hydrophilic gelling agent and a polyethyleneglycol glyceryl fatty ester surfactant. The compositions provide improved moisturization, skin feel and skin care benefits, reduced tack and residue characteristics together with excellent visual clarity, rub-in and absorption characteristics.

Abstract: An intermediate treatment composition for permanent wave, comprising at least one carbonate and/or at least one hydrogencarbonate.When the hair is treated with the intermediate treatment composition for permanent wave between treatments with the first and second compositions, mixed disulfides formed in the hair by the treatment with the first composition can be cleaved. Therefore, the wave-forming rate can be enhanced, and damage to the hair can also be prevented.

Abstract: The present invention is for long lasting, physically stable, moisturizing lipstick compositions essentially free of water. Said lipsticks contain lipophilic materials with high levels of moisturizers distributed throughout. Said lipsticks resist separation of the moisturizing material from the body of the lipstick.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions containing in an aqueous medium an alkylgalactoside uronate and a synthetic hydrocarbon oil and their use in the treatment or washing of keratinous materials. The alkylgalactoside uronate is based on formula (I): ##STR1## R.sub.1 is a C.sub.8 -C.sub.22 alkyl; R is (i) or (ii):>CH--CH(OH)--CO.sub.2 R.sub.2 (i)--CH(OH)--CH--CO.sub.2 R.sub.2 (ii)with the carbon carrying the hydroxyl group being linked to the endocyclic oxygen atom;R.sub.2 is hydrogen, an alkaline metal, an alkaline-earth metal or a quaternary ammonium group.

Abstract: Provides hair conditioning shampoo compositions suitable and safe for frequent (e.g., daily) use and contact with the hair and skin, said compositions comprising: (a) one or more detersive surfactants such as those selected from the group consisting of anionic, nonionic, amphoteric, and zwitterionic surfactants;(b) a nonvolatile hair conditioning agent or combination of nonvolatile hair conditioning agents selected from the group consisting of insoluble silicones, water soluble organic cationic conditioning agents such as cationic surfactants and cationic polymers; and (c) from about 20% to about 99.5%, by weight, water; wherein said composition additionally comprises from about 0.004M to about 0.08M of free polyvalent metal cations. The present invention can provide improved consistency of deposition on the hair for nonvolatile, insoluble silicone and water soluble cationic conditioning agents when the composition is applied using water across a broad range of hardness.

Abstract: The invention provides a cosmetic hair conditioning composition comprising: (a) an effective amount of a film forming polymer; and (b) a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, in which the composition is in the form of a solid. A cosmetic hair conditioning device and methods of conditioning and styling hair are also provided.