Abstract: A method for dyeing keratin-containing fibers, in particular, human hair comprising the steps of: (A) contacting the hair with a dyeing composition, comprising color-imparting components for a contact time Z1; (B) rinsing the hair a to remove the dying composition; (C) optionally drying the rinsed hair; (D) contacting at least a portion of the hair from step (B) or (C) with a lightening or nuancing agent comprising, in a cosmetic carrier, at least one thickener, hydrogen peroxide and at least one alkalinizing agent for a contact time Z2; and (E) rinsing the hair to remove the adjusting agent; wherein the dyeing composition comprises a color-imparting component comprising, (a) at least two oxidation dye precursors, where at least one oxidation dye precursor must be of the developer type or (b) at least two oxo dye precursors, where at least one oxo dye precursor must be a reactive carbonyl compound.

Abstract: A method for dyeing keratin-containing fibers, in particular, human hair comprising the steps of: (A) contacting the hair with a dyeing composition, comprising color-imparting components for a contact time Z1; (B) rinsing the hair a to remove the dying composition; (C) optionally drying the rinsed hair; (D) contacting at least a portion of the hair from step (B) or (C) with a lightening or nuancing agent comprising, in a cosmetic carrier, at least one thickener, hydrogen peroxide and at least one alkalinizing agent for a contact time Z2; and (E) rinsing the hair to remove the adjusting agent; wherein the dyeing composition comprises a color-imparting component comprising, (a) at least two oxidation dye precursors, where at least one oxidation dye precursor must be of the developer type or (b) at least two oxo dye precursors, where at least one oxo dye precursor must be a reactive carbonyl compound.

Abstract: A shaped body for coloring keratinous fibers consisting of at least one dissolution accelerator and at least one oxidation dye precursor of the secondary intermediate type, contained within a cosmetically acceptable carrier. The shaped body is free from oxidation dye precursors of the primary intermediate type. Also disclosed are a method for coloring keratin fibers and a kit containing these ingredients.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of indoline derivatives of formula (I): in which R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 independently of one another represent hydrogen or C1-4 alkyl groups, or R4 and R5 together with the oxygen atoms to which they are attached represent a C1-4 alkylenedioxy group, or of salts of such indoline derivatives, as additives to hair dyeing agents of the direct dyeing or primary intermediate/secondary intermediate type, thus producing hair dyeing with excellent color fastness characteristics.

Abstract: A shaped body for coloring keratinous fibers consisting of at least one dissolution accelerator and at least one oxidation dye precursor of the secondary intermediate type, contained within a cosmetically acceptable carrier. The shaped body is free from oxidation dye precursors of the primary intermediate type. Also disclosed are a method for coloring keratin fibers and a kit containing these ingredients.

Abstract: There is provided cosmetic agents containing 2-furanone derivatives for the treatment of skin and hair.

Abstract: A hybrid dye is provided that is useful for coloring keratin fibers and skin. The hybrid dye has the structure X-S-Y, where X is derived from a substantive dye, Y is derived from an oxidation dye precursor or a melanin precursor, and S is a direct bond or spacer group. The present invention also provides a composition for coloring keratin fibers that contains the hybrid dye.

Abstract: A shaped body is provided for preparing coloring compositions and for coloring keratin fibers. The shaped body contains at least one synthetic substantive dye. The shaped body is placed in a composition containing water to form a coloring composition that can be applied to keratin fibers.

Abstract: A shaped body is provided for preparing coloring compositions and for coloring keratin fibers. The shaped body contains at least one dye precursor, at least one oxidizing agent, and at least one alkalinizing agent. The shaped body is placed in a composition containing water to form a coloring composition that can be applied to keratin fibers.

Abstract: A composition and method for using the composition for dyeing keratin fibers. The composition consists of indole/indoline hybrid dyes and hybrid dye precursors. More particularly, the indole/indoline hybrid dyes and hybrid dye precursors correspond to formula (I): X—S—Y  (I) where X is a group derived from an indole or indoline derivative as a melanin precursor, Y is a group derived from an oxidation dye precursor of the secondary or primary intermediate type or an indole or indoline derivative as a melanin precursor; and S is a structural element which is common constituent of the groups X and Y, a direct bond or at least one spacer group. The composition may also be used to color human skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an applicator device for highlighting hair. The applicator device includes a closure cap for mounting on a container, at least one product guide located on the closure cap for dispensing hair colorant, and at least guide prong located adjacent to the product guide. The guide prong is removable from the applicator device and is substantially in the shape of a strip with a width that extends beyond the product guide in at least one direction.

Abstract: A composition and method for using the composition for dyeing keratin fibers. The composition consists of indole/indoline hybrid dyes and hybrid dye precursors.

Abstract: A process is provided for determining the degree of damage to keratinous fibers. The process includes providing a container containing a liquid preparation, introducing keratinous fibers into the container, and applying at least one impulse to the container to determine the degree of damage. The liquid preparation contains at least two immiscible continuous liquid phases, where the phases differ in densities at 20° C. by at least 0.04 g/ml.

Abstract: A shaped body is provided for preparing coloring compositions and for coloring keratin fibers. The shaped body contains at least one indole derivative, and/or at least one indoline derivative as a dye precursor. The shaped body is placed in a composition containing water to form a coloring composition that can be applied to keratin fibers.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of indoline derivatives of formula (I): 1

Abstract: There is provided cosmetic agents containing 2-furanone derivatives for the treatment of skin and hair.

Abstract: A shaped body is provided for preparing coloring compositions and for coloring keratin fibers. The shaped body contains at least one dye precursor, at least one oxidizing agent, and at least one alkalinizing agent. The shaped body is placed in a composition containing water to form a coloring composition that can be applied to keratin fibers.

Abstract: Cosmetic skin or hair compositions are provided comprising a combination of (A) a dialkyl carbonate of the formula R1OC(O)OR2 wherein R1 and R2 are a linear or branched C6-22 alkyl group and (B) an aminoalkyl amide of the formula R3CONH(CH2)n—NR4R5 wherein R3CO is a linear C6-22 acyl group, R4 and R5 are selected from the group consisting of alkyl, hydroxyalkyl and aminoalkyl groups containing up to 6 carbon atoms or R4 and R5 together with the N atom form a 5- or 6-membered ring and n is a number from 2 to 6.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair treatment preparation and a method of use thereof. The hair treatment preparation is in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion and is preferably used for reducing split ends. The hair treatment preparation contains a lipid soluble ester alcohol or ester polyol and a water-soluble compound selected from panthenol, a panthenol derivative, nicotinic acid amide, a sugar, polyvinyl pyrrolidine or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of indoline derivatives of formula (I): in which R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 independently of one another represent hydrogen or C1-4 alkyl groups, or R4 and R5 together with the oxygen atoms to which they are attached represent a C1-4 alkylenedioxy group, or of salts of such indoline derivatives, as additives to hair dyeing agents of the direct dyeing or primary intermediate/secondary intermediate type, thus producing hair dyeing with excellent color fastness characteristics.