Patents by Inventor Brian Andrew Crotty
Brian Andrew Crotty has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20230172823Abstract: The present invention is directed to a personal care composition with an effective way to impart a cooling effect on the skin upon topical application of a composition made according to the present invention. The invention thus relates to a composition comprising a synergistic combination of polyol, a sensor), modifier and water with polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene block copolymer.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2021Publication date: June 8, 2023Applicant: Conopco, Inc., d/b/a UNILEVERInventors: Brian Andrew CROTTY, Matthew David ELLISON, Thomas Nikolaos MORIKIS, Nicholas Arthur VELEZIS
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Publication number: 20230129607Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cosmetic composition precursor that is rapidly hydratable and conducive to creating a personalized end-product. This invention thus relates to a cosmetic composition precursor having fatty acid, inorganic base, and high HLB surfactants and methods of using said precursors in creating the end-product. The invention also relates to end-use compositions made from the hydratable cosmetic composition precursor of the invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2021Publication date: April 27, 2023Applicant: Conopco, Inc., d/b/a UNILEVERInventors: Hasiba BEKTO, Brian Andrew CROTTY, Teanoosh MOADDEL, Alan Michael WEST
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Publication number: 20080081776Abstract: A liquid cleansing composition is described that contains high levels of hydrocarbon wax and oil emollients yet produces substantial levels of foaming. The cleansing composition contains C6 to 20 acyl sarcosinate surfactant(s) and total hydrocarbon wax and oil emollients in a specific ratio range and preferably has a liquid crystalline structure. The inventive composition shows excellent stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2006Publication date: April 3, 2008Applicant: CONOPCO, INC., D/B/A UNILEVERInventors: Brian Andrew CROTTY, Alexander Kingston SHUTAK, Thomas Nikolaos MORIKIS, Virgilio Barba VILLA
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Patent number: 6696068Abstract: A cosmetic cream cleansing composition is provided based on the presence of a silicate, a crosslinked carboxyvinyl polymer, a silicone copolyol sulfosuccinate and a carrier. The composition has a viscosity from about 20,000 to about 500,000 centipoise. The combination of components achieves a product of good viscosity, pleasant skinfeel, rich lather and phase stability.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2001Date of Patent: February 24, 2004Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Michael Charles Cheney
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Patent number: 6660282Abstract: A foaming cosmetic product is provided packaged in a non-aerosol mechanical dispenser. The dispenser includes a container for holding a liquid composition, a dispensing head with a housing enclosing a pump mechanism and a screen material in the flow path to convert liquid composition into a foam, and a diptube for delivering liquid from the container to the dispensing head. The cosmetic composition is an opaque creamy, relatively non-viscous fluid, the creamy appearance imparted by a latex with suspended polymer particles compatible with the foaming mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2001Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Michael Charles Cheney
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Patent number: 6551603Abstract: A cosmetic sea salt scrub is provided which includes sodium sesquicarbonate and an oil. Sodium sesquicarbonate ordinarily is the major salt present and amounts of this salt relative to the oil may range from about 20:1 to about 5:1 by weight. Mineral oil is particularly preferred as the oil phase. Salt scrubs according to this invention are relatively uniform in composition, easily dispensed from a jar and spread uniformly on the skin.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2000Date of Patent: April 22, 2003Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Paul Vinski, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Joanna Hong Zhang, Brian Andrew Crotty
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Publication number: 20030068342Abstract: A cosmetic cream cleansing composition is provided based on the presence of a silicate, a crosslinked carboxyvinyl polymer, a silicone copolyol sulfosuccinate and a carrier. The composition has a viscosity from about 20,000 to about 500,000 centipoise. The combination of components achieves a product of good viscosity, pleasant skinfeel, rich lather and phase stability.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2001Publication date: April 10, 2003Applicant: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Michael Charles Cheney
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Publication number: 20020187103Abstract: A foaming cosmetic product is provided packaged in a non-aerosol mechanical dispenser. The dispenser includes a container for holding a liquid composition, a dispensing head with a housing enclosing a pump mechanism and a screen material in the flow path to convert liquid composition into a foam, and a diptube for delivering liquid from the container to the dispensing head. The cosmetic composition is an opaque creamy, relatively non-viscous fluid, the creamy appearance imparted by a latex with suspended polymer particles compatible with the foaming mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2001Publication date: December 12, 2002Applicant: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Michael Charles Cheney
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Patent number: 6306412Abstract: An adhesive cosmetic strip is provided which includes a flexible water-insoluble substrate, an adhesive composition deposited onto the substrate and an agent interactive with water present in a sufficient quantity to induce a change of temperature of the strip. When applied to the skin, the strip is warmed by a reaction between water and an exothermic or endothermic agent held within the strip. Moisture within the skin or externally applied water penetrates the strip and will react with the agent to cause an increase or decrease in temperature.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2000Date of Patent: October 23, 2001Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Alexander Paul Znaiden
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Patent number: 6296869Abstract: A dermal patch is provided which includes a substrate formed of a hydrophobic and hydrophilic fiber mixture, and a hydrogel adhesive deposited onto the substrate. The adhesive contains an alpha or beta hydroxy acid. The patch is applied to skin for treating the signs of aging, especially around areas of the eye.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 1999Date of Patent: October 2, 2001Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Alexander Paul Znaiden
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Patent number: 6287580Abstract: A self-warming cosmetic composition is provided which delivers skin conditioning agents and is based upon a redox system of iron powder and a catalyst such as charcoal to provide the warmth. The system is activated with moisture and air.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2000Date of Patent: September 11, 2001Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, a division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Robert Edward Gott, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Brian Andrew Crotty
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Patent number: 6270783Abstract: An adhesive cosmetic strip is provided which includes a flexible water-insoluble substrate, an adhesive composition deposited onto the substrate, a liquid crystal thermochromic substance, and an agent interactive with water to ensure a temperature rise of at least 2° C. in the strip. The thermochromic substance may be impregnated into the substrate or dispersed within the adhesive composition. When applied to the skin, the strip is warmed by a reaction between water and an exothermic or endothermic agent held within the strip. Moisture within the skin or externally applied water penetrates the strip and will react with the agent to cause an increase in temperature. Subsequently this increase in temperature will induce a color change in the thermochromic substance.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2000Date of Patent: August 7, 2001Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Craig Stephen Slavtcheff, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Michael Indursky, Brian Andrew Crotty
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Patent number: 6174536Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided for removing keratotic skin plugs. The product includes a flexible non-occlusive substrate sheet onto which a composition containing an anionic or nonionic polymer is deposited. The composition is treated to become dry non-tacky to the touch yet upon being wetted for use the composition again turns tacky and mobile. The method of application involves either directly moistening the product or indirectly moistening by first wetting a consumer's face in an area where the product is applied. Thereafter, water is allowed to evaporate leaving a film to which the keratotic plugs are bonded. The film is then peeled away concommittingly removing the plugs.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 1999Date of Patent: January 16, 2001Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Philip Edward Miner, Anthony Johnson, Alexander Paul Znaiden
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Patent number: 6159487Abstract: A cosmetic product, particularly for the eye, is provided which includes a container, an absorbent pad with printing on at least one major surface, and a fluid cosmetic composition, the pad and composition being held within the container. The cosmetic composition is primarily water, especially amounts of water in excess of 90%. Most preferred as a substrate for the pad is a non-woven polyester. A cucumber slice design is the most preferred print on the pad. A method is also provided which reduces puffiness, soothes the eye and lessens dark circles around the eye. This method involves applying the aforementioned cosmetic composition via the pad onto the eye and its surrounding area.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 1998Date of Patent: December 12, 2000Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Alexander Paul Znaiden, Brian Andrew Crotty, Paul Dennis Gural
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Patent number: 6106857Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided for removing keratotic skin plugs. The product is a strip sealed for storage having from 0.0001 to 2% fragrance within the atmosphere of the sealed pouch. The strip includes a flexible substrate sheet onto which a composition containing an adhesive polymer is deposited. Fragrance is immediately available upon opening the pouch. Since fragrance is invested on outer surfaces of the strip, a user can immediately smell the scent upon the application of the strip to the nose or other facial areas. There is no longer dependence for release of fragrance held within the adhesive polymer composition.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 1999Date of Patent: August 22, 2000Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Philip Edward Miner, Anthony Johnson, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Craig Stephen Slavtcheff
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Patent number: 5993838Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided for removing keratotic skin plugs. The product is a strip sealed for storage having 2 to 12% moisture within a pouch. The strip includes a flexible substrate sheet onto which a composition containing an adhesive polymer is deposited. The composition is treated to become dry non-tacky to the touch yet upon being wetted for use the composition again turns tacky and mobile. The method of application involves either directly moistening the product or indirectly moistening by first wetting a consumer's face in an area where the product is applied. Thereafter, water is allowed to evaporate leaving a film to which the keratotic plugs are bonded. The film is then peeled away concommittingly removing the plugs.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 1998Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co.,Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Philip Edward Miner, Johnson Anthony, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Jaime Varela
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Patent number: 5985300Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided for delivery of skin actives through adhesive strips which concurrently remove keratotic plugs from skin pores. The product is a strip including a flexible substrate sheet onto which a composition containing an adhesive polymer is deposited. The composition is essentially a polymer of anionic, cationic, nonionic, amphoteric or zwitterionic variety which increases in tackiness upon being wetted, with wetting occurring just prior to application onto the skin thereby enhancing the composition's adhesivity. Skin agents delivered through the adhesive strip include vitamins, herbal extracts, alpha- and beta-hydroxycarboxylic acids, ceramides, anti-inflammatories, antimicrobials, vasoconstrictors, zinc salts and mixtures thereof. The strips are sealably enclosed within a pouch for purposes of moisture protection.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 1998Date of Patent: November 16, 1999Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Philip Edward Miner, Anthony Johnson, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Joseph Michael Corey, Anthony Vargas, Alan Joel Meyers, Beth Anne Lange
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Patent number: 5972314Abstract: A self-tanning cosmetic product is provided for imparting a natural-appearing tan to skin. Besides the self-tanning agent, compositions of this invention will include a crosslinked non-emulsifying siloxane elastomer and a volatile siloxane.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 1997Date of Patent: October 26, 1999Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Anthony Johnson
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Patent number: 5968537Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided for removing keratotic skin plugs. The product includes a flexible non-occlusive substrate sheet onto which a composition containing an anionic or nonionic polymer is deposited. The composition is treated to become dry non-tacky to the touch yet upon being wetted for use the composition again turns tacky and mobile. The method of application involves either directly moistening the product or indirectly moistening by first wetting a consumer's face in an area where the product is applied. Thereafter, water is allowed to evaporate leaving a film to which the keratotic plugs are bonded. The film is then peeled away concommittingly removing the plugs.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 1997Date of Patent: October 19, 1999Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Philip Edward Miner, Anthony Johnson, Alexander Paul Znaiden
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Patent number: 5935596Abstract: A cosmetic product is provided for delivery of skin actives through adhesive strips which concurrently remove keratotic plugs from skin pores. The product is a strip including a flexible substrate sheet onto which a composition containing an adhesive polymer is deposited. The composition is essentially a polymer of anionic, cationic, nonionic, amphoteric or zwitterionic variety which increases in tackiness upon being wetted, with wetting occurring just prior to application onto the skin thereby enhancing the composition's adhesivity. Skin agents delivered through the adhesive strip include vitamins, herbal extracts, alpha- and beta-hydroxycarboxylic acids, ceramides, anti-inflammatories, antimicrobials, vasoconstrictors, zinc salts and mixtures thereof. The strips are sealably enclosed within a pouch for purposes of moisture protection.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 1998Date of Patent: August 10, 1999Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co.Inventors: Brian Andrew Crotty, Philip Edward Miner, Anthony Johnson, Alexander Paul Znaiden, Joseph Michael Corey, Anthony Vargas, Alan Joel Meyers, Beth Anne Lange