Abstract: Extended wear compositions are disclosed which include the use of silicone resin, a dimethicone solvent, a low viscosity dimethicone dispersant having a viscosity of less than 1,000 cps and a high concentration of colorant or pigments. The resultant low viscosity compositions can be dispensed with a felt tip applicator and still provide extended wear qualities.

Abstract: A lipstick including a plurality of regions wherein at least one of the regions is translucent or transparent is described.

Abstract: A temperature-stable cosmetic composition including a polyamide resin, a solvent for the polyamide resin, and a gelling agent selected from the group consisting of N-acyl amino acid amides, N-acyl amino acid esters, and mixtures thereof, is disclosed. A composition of the invention can be made translucent or transparent, need not require specialized packaging and containers, is not subject to hardening caused by evaporation of volatile alcohols, is temperature-stable over a period of several weeks, and exhibits excellent esthetic and functional properties, including sensory properties, for consumer acceptance.