Abstract: Betaine/cocoamide complexes are produced by providing an aqueous solution of a cocoamide selected from the group comprising coconut oil fatty amides and an alkaloid selected from the group consisting of betaines and emulsifying said aqueous solution to form the betaine/cocoamide complexes. Surfactant compositions are produced by combining the betaine/cocoamide complexes with a surfactant. The betaine/cocoamide complexes provide improved lather and conditioning properties and lower cloud/clear points to the compositions produced.

Abstract: A method of treating dyed hair to reduce the color loss caused by exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun by applying an effective amount of a hair treating formulation containing of an effective amount of a water insoluble benzophenone compound that combines readily with a hair substantive carrier composition.

Abstract: A stable hair rinse conditioning composition to provide superior dry feel and high luster properties, comprising about 0.5-15% by weight of a polyvinyl pyrrolidone/vinyl acetate copolymer, about 0.1-10% by weight of at least one hydrophilic cationic quaternary ammonium compound, and a water-soluble nonionic cellulose polymer such as hydroxyethyl cellulose, hydroxymethylpropyl cellulose, etc., in an aqueous vehicle.

Abstract: A novel fast drying stable pituitous powder suspension in an alcoholic/aqueous medium having a high alcohol content and a low water content, containing hydroxyethyl cellulose as the essential suspending agent, said alcohol content exceeding the upper solubility of hydroxyethyl cellulose in said alcohol and the water content being sufficient to prevent precipitation of said suspending agent and at least 5% by weight; having utility in the preparation of viscous liquid, semi-solid or solid suspension products such as creams or sticks, more specifically, roll-ons or stick deodorants and medicated lotions which may also be pump activated. The alcohol utilized herein is monohydric such as ethanol, methyl or isopropyl alcohol. However, a polyhydric alcohol such as propylene glycol, glycerine and/or polypropylene glycols may be partially substituted for the monohydric alcohol.

Abstract: Zinc glycinate as a non-irritating effective deodorant which chemically neutralizes odoriferous compounds and inhibits bacterial growth; deodorant compositions containing zinc glycinate as anhydrous or hydrated bis(glycino) - zinc salt; and methods of deodorizing the body by application to sweat areas.The present invention relates to zinc glycinate as a deodorant active material having the dual function of chemically neutralizing body odors and inhibiting bacterial growth, particularly gram negative bacteria.

Abstract: A novel stable pituitous bicarbonate suspension in an aqueous/alcoholic medium having a high alcohol content and a low water content, with substantially no bicarbonate in solution, containing hydroxyethyl cellulose as the essential suspending agent, said alcohol content exceeding the upper solubility of hydroxyethyl cellulose in said alcohol and the water content being sufficient to prevent precipitation of said suspending agent and at least 5% by weight; having utility in deodorant products such as roll-ons, pumps and on substrates such as deodorant pads. The concentration of sodium or potassium bicarbonate is preferably high, about 10%, however 1-20% may be used. The alcohol utilized herein is monohydric such as ethanol, methyl or isopropyl alcohol, however, a polyhydric alcohol such as propylene glycol, glycerine and/or polypropylene glycols may be partially substituted for the monohydric alcohol.

Abstract: A novel stable anhydrous paste or cream composition having superior ultradry characteristics when applied to the skin comprising an antiperspirant or deodorant agent and an oil absorbent material homogeneously dispersed in a vehicle comprising about 25-55% of a volatile silicone and a clay suspending/thickening agent in the form of a gel, preferably a bentonite gel. Additionally preferable ingredients are stability agents to prevent syneresis (oil separation) such as the fatty acid metal salts, more specifically zinc, aluminum, calcium, magnesium, and lithium stearates. Additional thickeners, binders, suspending agents, emollients and nonionic emulsifiers may be added as desired to further enhance the aesthetics of the cream product. The resultant dry-feel cream products spread easily, are not wet, oily or sticky, and vanish almost immediately on rub-in when applied to the skin.

Abstract: There is disclosed a stable cosmetic stick deodorant comprising a polyhydric alcohol solidified by a fatty acid soap and containing about 0.1 to 70% alkali metal bicarbonate without the use of bacteriostats, and the method of making said stick deodorants.

Abstract: There is disclosed a stable cosmetic stick deodorant comprising a polyhydric alcohol solidified by a fatty acid soap and containing about 0.1 to 70% alkali metal bicarbonate without the use of bacteriostats, and the method of making said stick deodorants.

Abstract: There is disclosed a stable cosmetic stick deodorant comprising a polyhydric alcohol solidified by a fatty acid soap and containing about 0.1 to 70% alkali metal bicarbonate without the use of bacteriostats, and the method of making said stick deodorants.