Abstract: In-the-shower or in-the-bath compositions having a high internal phase emulsion are described. The high internal phase emulsion is a water-in-oil emulsion where active is present in the water phase. The compositions have an initial viscosity which is low and they are suitable to thicken when being applied in the presence of water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising a structured benefit agent pre-mix or delivery vehicle comprising benefit agent structured with crystalline materials, as defined, which when separately prepared and combined after preparation, provides enhanced deposition of hydrophilic benefit agents carried on, trapped within or in the presence of the structured benefit agent.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a topical composition suitable to control sweat. The composition comprises a low HLB lipid and a silicone oil whereby the composition has at least one metastable phase formed during topical application to the skin. The composition does not interfere with thermoregulation of the body, and yields a quantifiable cooling effect when applied.

Abstract: High internal phase emulsions and end use compositions made therefrom are described. The high internal phase emulsions have superior stability and sensory characteristics and can be prepared with less than 20% by weight elastomer, an emulsifier and a steric stabilizer characterized as a polyether and/or polyglycerine cross-linked elastomer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions delivering enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. These are delivered using specific deposition systems (where oil/emollient comprises part of deposition system) and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles.

Abstract: Malodor free skin care compositions are described. The skin care compositions comprise an adsorbable solvent and an insoluble particle in an adsorbable solvent-insoluble particle complex. The complex is suitable to adsorb components with malodor to yield a skin care composition free of offensive odors like those generated from the oxidation of conjugated linoleic acid.

Abstract: A combination of a non-ionic tri-block poly-propylene-oxide, poly-ethylene-oxide alcohol ether surfactant coupled with block polymer poly(Butadiene-b-Ethylene Oxide) is an excellent surfactant phase to micro-emulsify sebum on contact. A method of micro-emulsification of sebum on contact with inventive compositions according to the present invention will form micro-emulsions which can enhance (1) deep pore cleansing of skin and (2) delivery of skin benefit actives into the skin.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes a high level of glycerin, a copolymer which is preferably a C10-C18 acrylates crosspolymer, and a crystalline gel structurant comprising a surfactant and co-surfactant, the structurant having an enthalpy ranging from about 2 to about 15 Joule per gram, wherein the composition has a normal force of from about +5 to about +50 grams thereby achieving a silky sensory feel on skin, the glycerin to copolymer being present in a weight ratio ranging from about 350:1 to about 10:1. Advantageously, the composition has a SkiCon Value ranging from about 10 to about 80.

Abstract: A topical composition and a method for improving skin characteristics are described. The topical composition comprises a mixture physical scatterers having a neat particle size from about 5 to less than about 100 nm and greater than about 300 nm to about 2 microns. The topical composition of the present invention, when applied, results in desirable skin lightening free of reddish and blotchy characteristics such that a 75 micron thick film of the same yields a red intensity (a) of less than ?1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising a structured benefit agent pre-mix or delivery vehicle comprising benefit agent structured with crystalline materials, as defined, which when separately prepared and combined after preparation, provides enhanced delivery of benefit agent from a personal product bar carrying composition into which the premix is added. The use of structured benefit agent also enhances delivery of separate benefit agents in the premix (which may or may not be structured) and of separate benefit agents added separately from the premix.

Abstract: The invention provides a method selecting benefit agent(s) suitable for reducing surfactant damage in compositions comprising at least one surfactant and at least one benefit agent. The reduction in damage is measurable by decrease in number of protein binding sites in presence versus absence of benefit agent, or when benefit agent has solubility outside a defined range.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of reducing surfactant damage in compositions comprising at least one surfactant and at least one benefit agent. The reduction in damage is measurable by decrease in number of protein binding sites in presence versus absence of benefit agent, or when benefit agent has solubility outside a defined range. The invention further relates to compositions comprising said surfactants and benefit agent(s) having reduced surfactant damage.

Abstract: A base composition comprising a fatty acid and an organic base to form at least partially a fatty acid organic soap is suitable for preparing a skin care composition by addition of relatively cold water.

Abstract: A non-sticky moisturizing cosmetic composition containing a relatively high level of a humectant, such as glycerol or sorbitol, and a polymeric wetting agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions delivering enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. These are delivered using specific deposition systems (where oil/emollient comprises part of deposition system) and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions delivering enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. These are delivered using specific deposition systems and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to beauty wash bar compositions which deliver enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. This is accomplished using specific deposition systems and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles onto skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to beauty wash bar compositions which deliver enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. This is accomplished using specific deposition systems and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles onto skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to beauty wash bar compositions which deliver enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. This is accomplished using specific deposition systems (where oil/emollient comprises part of deposition system) and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles onto skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions delivering enhanced visual benefits to the skin with specific optical attributes. These are delivered using specific deposition systems and/or by ensuring dispersion of particles.