Abstract: A method and system or kit is provided, where makeup containing an alkane and a styrenic block copolymer can be easily removed if a separate makeup-removing composition that includes an alkane and a low viscosity dimethicone (having a viscosity of 60,000 cst or less) is applied. The dimethicone in this viscosity range causes the styrenic block copolymer to gel. After allowing a short period of time for the gelling to occur, the gelled copolymer and the remainder of the makeup can then be readily removed.

Abstract: A cosmetic cleansing composition includes a monophasic micellar water that includes at least one amphoteric surfactant present from greater than about 0.05%, by weight, at least one cationic polymer comprising chitosan, polylysine, guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, or combinations thereof present from greater than about 0.01%, by weight, based on the weight of the composition and an aqueous carrier that includes at least water. The cosmetic cleansing composition has a pH in a range from about 4 to about 8, and may be essentially free or free of PEG/POE surfactants. When applied to remove makeup on keratinous tissue the cosmetic cleansing composition demonstrates effective cleansing of longwear foundation and lipstick.

Abstract: Anhydrous cosmetic compositions that provide improved dispersion of pigments and fillers, and solids spreading, as well as providing a matte color or mattifying effect, where the product may have a stable hardness. The composition may include a colorant, one or more oils, a synthetic polyamide, cellulose particles, and may be free of a silicone elastomer. The cellulose particles may be untreated cellulose particles having a particle size of 3.5 ?m or less, cellulose particles treated with a salt and having a particle size of 10 ?m or less, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: Compositions including at least one silicone acrylate copolymer and at least one glycerolated silicone resin, as well as methods of applying such compositions to keratinous material, are provided.

Abstract: A makeup removal system includes a vibrating device and an absorbent article attached to the vibrating device and configured to be vibrated by the vibrating device, the absorbent article having absorbed thereon a makeup removal composition comprising a vegetable derived oil and is essentially free of water.

Abstract: The invention relates to eyelash coating compositions including water, at least one film-forming agent, at least 8% structuring agent, and at least one surfactant, which can be applied to eyelashes (natural or artificial), and which can be used to attach false (artificial) eyelashes to natural eyelashes, as well as to associated methods.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions, and methods of use, where the cosmetic compositions are multi-purpose oil-in-water emulsions that contain (i) a surfactant system of high HLB surfactants and (ii) a high load of talc. The emulsions are capable of being used as a base for eye cosmetics, in order to enhance wear of eyeshadow and removal of mascara.

Abstract: Disclosed is an oxidizer-free method for providing semi-permanent curl to eyelashes, and a kit for use with the method. The method involves a three-step process: (i) applying a first composition that includes a reducing agent to an eyelash, (ii) applying a second composition that includes a contractile polymer to the eyelash, and (iii) manually lifting the eyelash. Unlike conventional lash lifting techniques, the disclosed method requires no glue, silicone pads, compositions with oxidizing agents, or heating.

Abstract: The invention relates to eyelash coating compositions including water, at least one film-forming agent, at least 8% structuring agent, and at least one surfactant, which can be applied to eyelashes (natural or artificial), and which can be used to attach false (artificial) eyelashes to natural eyelashes, as well as to associated methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to anhydrous compositions including at least one silicone film former; from about 10% by weight to about 20% by weight of expanded perlite having an average particle size of less than about 50 microns; at least one silicone elastomer; and at least one volatile solvent.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided that stabilizes an applicator in response to the motion caused by a user, comprising: a receiver configured to be coupled with a cosmetic applicator; at least one sensor configured to detect a movement caused by a user; circuitry configured to determine a compensation movement to offset the detected movement; and at least one motion generation device embedded in the receiver configured to control a motion of the cosmetic applicator according to the determined compensation movement.

Abstract: A kit includes primer composition includes a vehicle comprising water and one or more first film-forming polymers stabilized in the vehicle, wherein the first film-forming polymer that is a non-ionic and water-soluble or water dispersible copolymer comprising a cyclic amide monomer, a cyclic amine monomer, and an acrylamide monomer. It further includes a mascara composition including water; colorant; wax; emulsifier; and one or more second polymers. The mascara composition has a critical shear rate from 2.5/s to 100/s. Methods of applying makeup to the eyelashes are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to an eyelash composition, especially a mascara composition, including more than 5% by weight of the eyelash composition of at least one sugar, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: A method for improving the curl of eyelashes is provided. A composition is applied to eyelashes, and a magnetic element is then moved above the eyelash in the direction of desired curl. The disclosed composition, which may also be provided separately or in a kit along with a magnetic element for use with the disclosed method, requires three components: (i) one or more iron oxides in a total amount of at least 20% by weight, (ii) one or more latex polymers present in a total amount of at least 6% by weight; and (iii) one or more waxes having a melting point Tm?80° C.

Abstract: A method and system or kit is provided, where makeup containing an alkane and a styrenic block copolymer can be easily removed if a separate makeup-removing composition that includes an alkane and a low viscosity dimethicone (having a viscosity of 60,000 cst or less) is applied. The dimethicone in this viscosity range causes the styrenic block copolymer to gel. After allowing a short period of time for the gelling to occur, the gelled copolymer and the remainder of the makeup can then be readily removed.

Abstract: A UV nail gel and clear bottle system and method for protecting the ultraviolet (UV) nail gel formulation from curing or gelling while providing visibility of the UV nail gel formula. The system includes one or more layer of a transparent UV blocking treatment located on an exterior surface of the clear bottle comprising one or more UV absorber having an intramolecular hydrogen bond and absorption wavelengths ranging from 100 nanometers to 380 nanometers, paired with a UV nail gel formula comprising a lower curing photoinitiator having an absorption wavelength?330 nm. The one or more layer of the transparent UV blocking treatment and UV nail gel formula with the lower curing photoinitiator protects the UV nail gel formulation from curing or gelling while providing visibility of the UV nail gel formula.

Abstract: A method and mascara capable of providing semi-permanent curl to eyelashes is provided. The method involves applying a mascara that is substantially free of waxes and oxidizers to an eyelash, such as a magnetic eyelash. The mascara contains greater than 10% and less than 50% by weight of at least one ferromagnetic pigment, and between 9% and 18% solids content of a contractile polymer. After application, a magnet is temporarily held or moved over the eyelash in the direction of curl. Preferably the curling is accomplished without using a brush or eyelash tool.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions, and methods of use, where the cosmetic compositions are multi-purpose oil-in-water emulsions that contain (i) a surfactant system of high HLB surfactants and (ii) a high load of talc. The emulsions are capable of being used as a base for eye cosmetics, in order to enhance wear of eyeshadow and removal of mascara.

Abstract: Disclosed is an oxidizer-free method for providing semi-permanent curl to eyelashes, and a kit for use with the method. The method involves a three-step process: (i) applying a first composition that includes a reducing agent to an eyelash, (ii) applying a second composition that includes a contractile polymer to the eyelash, and (iii) manually lifting the eyelash. Unlike conventional lash lifting techniques, the disclosed method requires no glue, silicone pads, compositions with oxidizing agents, or heating.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cosmetic composition for, e.g., use on eyelashes, that includes a latex polymer and a polyhydroxyalkanoate, where the polyhydroxyalkanoate is present in the composition in a total amount of between about 1% and about 5% by weight, and the monomers of the polyhydroxyalkanoate have carbon chain lengths of between 3 and 5.