Abstract: The use of a compound having the formula ##STR1## wherein R represents methyl or ethyl, for regulating the greasiness of the skin, particular novel physical forms of said compound, cosmetic compositions comprising said agent, processes for preparing said agent and compositions, and a method of reducing the greasiness of the skin.

Abstract: An emulsifier composition for skin care formulations, which is present in the form of a bilayer lamellar gel network, which is stable up to a temperature of about 50.degree. C., comprising by weight, about 3-40% of a high HLB swellant which is lecithin, and a blend of low HLB emulsifier gellants, to 100%, the blend of gellants having a resultant HLB of about 1.5 to about 5. In a skin care formulation, the lamellar gel network forms a discrete third phase between the oil and water phases.

Abstract: Methods for preparing hair relaxer compositions which comprise a lithium salt and an alkaline earth hydroxide, wherein the lithium salt is in molar excess to the alkaline earth hydroxide. Compositions, kits containing the compositions, and methods for using the compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: A colored or colorless nail varnish containing, in a varnish solvent system, a film-forming substance, a resin and a plasticizer as well as a combination of (i) 0.05-5 wt % an amino or thio silicone and (ii) 0.05-5 wt % of an organofluorinated hydrocarbon compound, the total weight of (i)+(ii) being at most 5 wt % of the total weight of the varnish. The varnishes have an improved drying time.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for the first step of an operation for the permanent deformation of hair, the composition containing an N-mercaptoalkylalkanediamide or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts as a reducing agent, including new N-mercaptoalkylalkanediamide disulphides and new N-mercaptoalkylalkanediamides, and its use in a process for the permanent deformation of hair.

Abstract: The present invention relates to lipstick compositions which comprise wax, emollient and a gelling agent wherein the inclusion of the gelling agent facilitates the retention of emollient oils particularly under high humidity and temperatures. Lipsticks of the present invention contain moisturizers which may be delivered to the lips in a non-polar/lipophilic medium in a thermodynamically stable way by using associated structures. A method of making the lipstick is also disclosed.

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: Hydrogen peroxide-based compositions for the manufacture of, or use as fixers for, permanent-waving/straightening. The compositions comprise hydrogen peroxide and at least one carboxylic acid and/or a salt thereof, for example, citric acid, as well as at least one alkalinizing amino compound, for example, aqueous ammonia. Processes for the permanent-reshaping and/or shape-stabilizing of keratinous materials, especially hair, are also disclosed. The compositions according to the invention make it possible to overcome the drawbacks relating to softness, sensitization to dyeing, etc., associated in the prior art particularly with repeated application to the hair of permanent-waving/straightening operations, in particular those involving the use of carbonate.

Abstract: Fluorinated hydrocarbon compounds have formula (I):R.sub.F --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --X--?C.sub.3 H.sub.5 (OH)!--(Y).sub.x --R.sub.H ,in which C.sub.3 H.sub.5 (OH) represents structures (Ia) or (Ib): ##STR1## R.sub.F is a perfluorinated C.sub.4 -C.sub.20 alkyl radical or a mixture of perfluorinated C.sub.4 -C.sub.20 radicals; R.sub.H is a straight or branched C.sub.1 -C.sub.22 alkyl radical or a mixture of straight or branched C.sub.1 -C.sub.22 alkyl radicals or an aryl or aralkyl radical; n is from 0 to 4; X stands for O, S, ##STR2## x stands for 0 or 1; Y stands for O, S, (a) or (b); with the proviso that when X.dbd.S, (a) or (b), Y is not S, (a) or (b). The use of said compounds as amphiphilic compounds, the method of preparing them, and the cosmetic compositions containing them are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an abrasive for use in a skin cleansing agent. The abrasive comprises a bleached flour obtained from a natural shell, kernel or mixture thereof. A preferred bleaching agent is hydrogen peroxide. The natural shells and/or kernels may be, for example, walnut shells, almond shells, hazelnut shells, olive kernels, cherry kernels, apricot kernels or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Hair care preparation which promotes the growth of new hair, helps prevent dry, thinning hair and minimizes hair breakage and split ends. The preparation contains a combination of 10% to 40% of water, 1% to 10% of castor oil, and 50% to 90% of glycerin. These compositions are characterized by the fact that the glycerin acts as a hair penetrant, a carrier for the castor oil and the water, and provides shine and lubricates the hair sheath, the water moisturizes the hair sheath, and the castor oil nourishes and softens the hair.

Abstract: An external preparation for application to the skin containing lidocaine which comprises a drug-retaining layer placed on a support, wherein said drug-retaining layer comprises an adhesive gel base and 1 to 10% by weight of lidocaine, said base comprising a water-soluble high molecular weight substance, water and a water-retaining agent, which can release the active lidocaine gradually and constantly so that lidocaine is transdermally absorbed for a long period of time.

Abstract: A composition for treating hair includes at least one of the following:a) a cationic polymer made from the reaction of secondary amines and epihalohydrin and further cross-linked with the addition of a small amount of ethylene diamine;b) dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate and one of a precomponent of an active hair relaxing ingredient, guanidine hydroxide or a shampoo base;c) polyquaternium 10 and at least one of an active hair relaxing ingredient and an active hair relaxing ingredient; andd) polyquaternium 32 and mineral oil.A method of using at least one of a cationic polymer, dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate, polyquaternium 10 or polyquaternium 32 includes the steps of applying one of the above to hair that is in risk of damage from a cosmetic procedure and exposing the hair to a cosmetic procedure.

Abstract: The hydrophilic penetration agents customarily used for the transcutaneous penetration of active ingredients are, surprisingly, found to improve the penetration of antifungal agents through the nails. A corresponding dermatological composition contains at least one antifungal agent chosen, in particular, from among those of the allylamine family, such as terbinafine-HCl and naftifine-HCl; at least one hydrophilic penetration agent chosen, in particular, from among the glycols, glycol monoethers, glycol diethers, dimethylsulphoxide, caprolactam, dimethylisosorbide, isopropylidene glycerol, dimethylimidazolidinone, ethyl lactate, the polyoxyethylenated C.sub.8 -C.sub.10 glycerides, polyethylene glycol 20 glyceryl laurate and dimethylacetamide; and a water-alcohol solvent medium which dissolves the said antifungal agent(s) and in which the said penetration agent(s) is (or are) at least partially miscible.

Abstract: A hair care product which exhibits an excellent setting power, an excellent use feeling, and improved solubility comprising the following ingredients (A), (B) and (C),(A) a polyacidic amino acid or its salt,(B) cationic cellulose, and(C) an ampholytic surfactant.

Abstract: The use of acrylic functional siloxanes in hair treatment is disclosed. Acrylic functional siloxanes can be used as oxidizing agents in perms or formulated into hair care products such as shampoos or conditioners. They may be cured into/onto the hair using catalysts or radiation.

Abstract: A conditioning aqueous hair shampoo composition having good lathering properties, an excellent conditioning effect and outstanding skin compatibility containsa) 1% to 25% by wt., of at least one alkyl amidoether carboxylic acid of the general formula I ##STR1## wherein R denotes an alkyl group having 8 to 18 carbon atoms, and n is a number between 1 and 10, and (or) the water-soluble salts thereof;b) 1% to 25% by wt. of at least one anionic surfactant of the sulfate and (or) sulfonate type;c) 0.1% to 10% by wt. of at least one compound selected from the group of C.sub.8 -C.sub.18 -acyl mono- and -dialkanolamides, surface-active betaines and sulfobetaines and (or) surface-active amine oxides; andd) 0.05% to 5% by wt. of at least one cationic polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratinous fibres, especially human keratinous fibres such as hair, comprising an oxidation dye precursor chosen from 3-fluoro-4-aminophenol, N,N'-bis(.beta.-hydroxyethyl)-N,N'-bis(4'-aminophenyl)-1,3-diamino-2-propa nol and their addition salts with an acid, in combination with 4-hydroxyindole, as well as to the dyeing process employing this composition with an oxidizing agent.

Abstract: Topical formulations comprising an anti-irritant amount of aqueous-soluble strontium (Sr.sup.2+) cation, and method for using the same to inhibit skin irritation are disclosed.

Abstract: A composition for use in removal of minerals from hair is disclosed herein which comprises the combination of an acidifying agent, a reducing agent, a chelating agent, a gelling agent and water. A synergistic combination of chelating agents is disclosed. Also disclosed herein is a process for packaging the inventive compositions, and a method for removal of mineral residues from hair by use of compositions as disclosed.