Abstract: The invention relates to a gel-like material in a planar form for treating ambient air. Said gel-like material contains a matrix comprising crosslinked polymers which are provided with hydrophilic groups and to which volatile active substances are adsorbed. The matrix forms a spongy structure along with said volatile active substances, from which the active substances are slowly and steadily released so as to react with and eliminate malodorous or harmful substances contained in the air. The polymer matrix comprises at least two different polymers which form an interpenetrating network, preferably after being crosslinked.

Abstract: A container adapted to heat and dispense material comprises a container (1) which defines a first compartment (3) adapted, in use, to be filled with the material requiring heating, such as epilatory wax, and a second compartment (9) adjacent to the first compartment and separated therefrom by a dividing wall (8). The container (1) has an inlet to the second compartment (9) in the outer wall thereof which is closeable by a plug or stopper (10). In use, the second compartment (9) is filled with a heated liquid, such as warm water, to heat the material in the first compartment (3), so that it can be applied to a site through an applicator (12).

Abstract: A container adapted to heat and dispense material comprises a container (1) which defines a first compartment (3) adapted, in use, to be filled with the material requiring heating, such as epilatory wax, and a second compartment (9) adjacent to the first compartment and separated therefrom by a dividing wall (8). The container (1) has an inlet to the second compartment (9) in the outer wall thereof which is closeable by a plug or stopper (10). In use, the second compartment (9) is filled with a heated liquid, such as warm water, to heat the material in the first compartment (3), so that it can be applied to a site through an applicator (12).

Abstract: A container adapted to heat and dispense material comprises a container (1) which defines a first compartment (3) adapted, in use, to be filled with the material requiring heating, such as epilatory wax, and a second compartment (9) adjacent to the first compartment and separated therefrom by a dividing wall (8). The container (1) has an inlet to the second compartment (9) in the outer wall thereof which is closeable by a plug or stopper (10). In use, the second compartment (9) is filled with a heated liquid, such as warm water, to heat the material in the first compartment (3), so that it can be applied to a site through an applicator (12).

Abstract: A container adapted to heat and dispense material comprises a container (1) which defines a first compartment (3) adapted, in use, to be filled with the material requiring heating, such as epilatory wax, and a second compartment (9) adjacent to the first compartment and separated therefrom by a dividing wall (8). The container (1) has an inlet to the second compartment (9) in the outer wall thereof which is closeable by a plug or stopper (10). In use, the second compartment (9) is filled with a heated liquid, such as warm water, to heat the material in the first compartment (3), so that it can be applied to a site through an applicator (12).

Abstract: A container to heat and dispense material comprises a container which defines a first compartment adapted, in use, to be filled with the material requiring heating, such as epilatory wax, and a second compartment adjacent to the first compartment and separate therefrom by a dividing wall. The container has an inlet to the second compartment in the outer wall thereof which is closeable by a plug or stopper. In use, the second compartment is filled with a heated liquid, such as warm water, to heat the material in the first compartment, so that it can be applied to a site through an applicator.

Abstract: The invention provides depilatory compositions comprising: (a) a continuous aqueous phase; (b) a depilatory agent; and (c) at phase comprising (i) a non-polar coil separated from the continuous aqueous phase by a bilayer phase comprising (ii) a surfactant; (iii) a polar substance; wherein the composition is substantially free from tertiary amines; processes for their preparation; and their use degrading hair keratin.