Patents by Inventor Carl C. Orr

Carl C. Orr 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).

  • Stable cosmetic emulsion with polyamide gelling agent
    Patent number: 8449870
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a gelled cosmetic emulsion comprising an oil phase, an aqueous phase and a gelling system which contains at least one non-siloxane based polyamide in a sufficient amount to gel the emulsion. The polyamide can have an tertiary amide, ester, acid, or amine terminal end group. The emulsion is stabilized with an alkylene oxide containing emulsion stabilizer. The polyamide resin is stabilized with a resin stabilizer containing an atom with a certain electronegativity. The emulsions of the present invention are substantially transparent and when colorants are added the color is especially bright and clear. The emulsions are used in lipstick and mascara products as well as other gel and stick products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2013
    Assignee: Color Access, Inc.
    Inventors: Tian Xiang Wang, Hernando Brieva, Dexin Luo, Paul Henry Marotta, John Richard Castro, Shahan Nazar, Carl C. Orr, Richard A. Konik
  • Alignment of enhancers in cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 6905696
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition for topical application to the keratinous surface which comprises a alignment agent for promoting the orderly arrangement of a feature enhancing component for enhancing the lengthening of the eyelashes and/or the covering of wrinkles on the skin surface. The feature enhancing component can be a fibrous component and can include a variety of types of fibers including wicking fibers, evaporating fibers, or a combination of both. The feature enhancing component can also be inert fillers such as platelet materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2005
    Assignee: Color Access, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul H. Marotta, John R. Castro, Carl C. Orr, Helen Sung, David Peters
  • Alignment of enhancers in cosmetic compositions
    Publication number: 20040131649
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition for topical application to the keratinous surface which comprises a alignment agent for promoting the orderly arrangement of a feature enhancing component for enhancing the lengthening of the eyelashes and/or the covering of wrinkles on the skin surface. The feature enhancing component can be a fibrous component and can include a variety of types of fibers including wicking fibers, evaporating fibers, or a combination of both. The feature enhancing component can also be inert fillers such as platelet materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2003
    Publication date: July 8, 2004
    Inventors: Paul H. Marotta, John R. Castro, Carl C. Orr, Helen Sung, David Peters
  • Velvety hydrocarbon based cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 6387405
    Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions for topical application to the skin. The compositions comprise an organopolysiloxane elastomer dispersed in a hydrocarbon vehicle. The present invention also includes a cosmetic composition comprising a silicone gel combined with a compatible cosmetically acceptable carrier where the silicone gel comprises the elastomer dispersed in the vehicle. The compositions of the invention are transfer resistant and produce a unique soft and powdery sensation on the skin due to the combination of the elastomer with the hydrocarbon vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2002
    Assignee: E-L Management Corp.
    Inventors: Amit R. Shah, Linda Najdek, Jeffrey Ehrenberg, Nicole B. Huggins, Aya Shidara, Carl C. Orr
  • Method for manufacture of pigment-containing cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 5993834
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pigment composition comprising a pigment treated with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide polymer in the absence of added water. The invention also relates to a method grinding a mixture containing of a pigment with a water-dispersible polyester or polyesteramide in the absence of added water. Such pigment compositions are particularly useful as the colorant in cosmetic compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1999
    Assignee: E-L Management Corp.
    Inventors: Amit R. Shah, Carl C. Orr, Nicole B. Huggins
  • Non-aqueous cosmetic compositions with high solids content
    Patent number: 5480632
    Abstract: A non-aqueous cosmetic composition suitable as mascara, eyeliner, or lipstick comprising a dispersing agent in an amount sufficient to permit a high content of cosmetically acceptable solids, e.g. colorants, waxes, dry powders and solids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 2, 1996
    Assignee: Maybelline, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl C. Orr, John Caradonna, Robert J. Edmundson, Terry C. Jacks