Abstract: The articles, compositions, and kits of the present invention are useful for conditioning fabric.

Abstract: Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use.

Abstract: Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use.

Abstract: Personal care compositions comprise (a) from about from about 5 wt. % to about 35 wt. % of a detersive surfactant; (b) at least about 0.05 wt. % of a galactomannan polymer derivative having a mannose to galactose ratio of greater than 2:1 on a monomer to monomer basis, the galactomannan polymer derivative selected from a cationic galactomannan polymer derivative and an amphoteric galactomannan polymer derivative having a net positive charge, the galactomannan polymer derivative having a molecular weight from about 1,000 to about 10,000,000 and a cationic charge density from about 0.9 meq/g to about 7 meq/g; and (c) at least about 20 wt. % of an aqueous carrier. Methods of treating hair or skin comprise applying the personal care composition as described above to the hair or skin and rinsing the hair or skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film-forming barrier composition useful for protecting the skin from body fluids, such as urine, feces, menses. The composition comprises a skin conditioning agent, a viscosity enhancing agent and an oleophilic film-forming agent. Optionally, the lotion may comprise skin care ingredients for treating or maintaining skin health. The composition may be applied to the skin by suitable delivery vehicles, such as absorbent articles or components thereof, sheet materials, pads, bandages, sponges, foam pads, pumps, sprays, depending on the viscosity of the composition.

Abstract: In a first aspect a method for producing a customized product is disclosed. The method includes providing a high internal phase emulsion, providing at least one other component of a customized product, generating a customized product formula based at least in part on consumer data and mixing the emulsion with the at least one other component in accordance with the customized product formula to produce the customized product. In a second aspect, a method of manufacturing a customized personal product using an oil-in-water high internal phase emulsion is disclosed.

Abstract: A lotion suitable for use in a disposable wiping article is disclosed. The lotion can be used to wet pre-moistened wet wipes, and is particularly suited for use in pop-up dispensing systems of disposable wet wipes, such as baby wipes. The lotion provides for improved reliability of pop-up dispensing while maintaining adequate wet impression. The lotion is an aqueous solution comprising a surfactant selected from the group consisting of phosphate-quaternary amine compounds and non-ionic surfactants, and effective amounts of a second ingredient selected from the group consisting of non-cellulosic organic water soluble polymers and alkoxylated alcohols. Other ingredients such as preservatives and fragrances can also be included in the lotion.

Abstract: Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use.

Abstract: Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use.

Abstract: Disclosed are conditioning compositions comprising by weight: (a) from about 0.01% to about 6.0% of a hydrophobically modified crosslinked cationic thickening polymer; (b) from about 0.1% to about 8.0% of a surfactant system; (c) from about 0.1% to about 10% of a silicone compound; and (d) an aqueous carrier. The conditioning compositions of the present invention have a suitable rheology for conditioning compositions, and provides conditioning benefits. The compositions are especially suitable for hair care products such as hair conditioning products for rinse-off use.

Abstract: In a first aspect, the invention concerns oil-in-water emulsions having a concentrated oil phase and comprising defined water-soluble emulsification polymers. In a second aspect, products, such as cosmetic products, are provided, comprising the emulsions.

Abstract: In a first aspect, the invention concerns oil-in-water emulsions having a concentrated oil phase and comprising defined water-soluble polymeric emulsifiers. In a second aspect, products, such as cosmetic products, are provided, comprising the emulsions.

Abstract: In a first aspect, the invention concerns oil-in-water emulsions comprising defined water-soluble emulsification polymers and having an oil phase comprising polar oils. In a second aspect, products, such as cosmetic products, are provided, comprising the emulsions. In a third aspect, a manufacturing method is provided for making the products.

Abstract: In a first aspect, personal care compositions are provided comprising oil-in-water emulsions, the emulsions comprising defined water-soluble emulsification polymers. In a second aspect, a method of manufacture of the personal care compositions according to the first aspect is provided.

Abstract: The cosmetic compositions of the present invention provide a durable film after application that resists degradation over time. Cosmetic compositions of the present invention comprise: a) polymers selected from the group consisting of hydrophilic copolymers and terpolymers; b) Glycerols selected from the group consisting of glycerol, modified glycerols, and mixtures thereof; and c) a polar volatile solvent.

Abstract: The present invention describes an oil-in-water emulsion composition for wet-wipes delivering an improved body cleansing performance while providing a gentle and smooth feeling to the user.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for making a concentrate composition leading to a high internal phase diluted emulsion composition, that can be used for preparation of wet-wipes.

Abstract: The present invention describes wet wipe impregnated with a lotion composition where the lotion includes a preservative system and soothing ingredients to mitigate stinging.

Abstract: A lotion suitable for use in a disposable wiping article is disclosed. The lotion can be used to wet pre-moistened wet wipes, and is particularly suited for use in pop-up dispensing systems of disposable wet wipes, such as baby wipes. The lotion provides for improved reliability of pop-up dispensing while maintaining adequate wet impression. The lotion is an aqueous solution comprising a surfactant selected from the group consisting of phosphate-quaternary amine compounds and non-ionic surfactants, and effective amounts of a second ingredient selected from the group consisting of non-cellulosic organic water soluble polymers and alkoxylated alcohols. Other ingredients such as preservatives and fragrances can also be included in the lotion.

Abstract: An anchoring rod includes a proximal zone and an axial anchoring zone having a plurality of sides arranged in a generally square cross-section and joining at least two pairs of cutting fins. Each pair of cutting fins includes two fins spaced by a recess having opposed sides. Each fin formed by a dihedron provided by the intersection of the adjacent sides of the anchoring zone and recess. The two most remote sides of the dihedra of the pair of fins form an angle of from 60.degree. to 120.degree.. This angular relationship is applicable to the extents of the remote sides extending a distance only in the order of one millimeter from the adjacent fin, the length being measured from each fin along the surfaces of the respective sides.