Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of botanical extract compositions, which contain ingredients with self-preserving properties for use in cosmetic or dermatological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of botanical extract compositions, which contain ingredients with self-preserving properties for use in cosmetic or dermatological compositions.

Abstract: The invention, in part, relates to skin care or hair care compositions containing a source of carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide is conveniently entrained in a gel-network, or liquid crystalline phase, immediately prior to skin or hair application. A substantial portion of the carbon dioxide will be lost from the product upon application to the skin or hair. However, a sufficient amount of carbon dioxide will remain in the product to stimulate oxygen flow to the outer layers of the skin with the apparent retardation of skin aging. The present invention also relates to the field of hair treatment and particularly to the removal of chemically bound residues and mineral deposits from hair. Hair may act as a sink for environmental minerals and heavy metals. In addition to undesirable changes in color and appearance, environmental minerals may have an adverse effect on chemical hair treatments. Mineral deposits in tap water may strip away highlights, darkening hair to a brassier hue.

Abstract: An alkaline composition for use in removal of mineral deposits and cationic polymeric buildup from hair is disclosed herein. Said composition comprises the combination of a multidentate ligand complex, an anionic polysulfonate salt and water. A synergistic combination of chelating agents is disclosed which has been found to be highly effective in removing bound minerals from hair at a slightly alkaline pH. Also disclosed is a composition for simultaneously removing bound residues and mineral deposits from hair.

Abstract: This invention deals with the delivery of liquid polysaccharides to a cosmetic and toiletry products. A unique formulation is prepared which permits the incorporation of honey into such cosmetic and toiletry products.

Abstract: The invention deals with forming stable dispersions or emulsions of hydrated silica which in turn are useful in forming cosmetic compositions such as blends, powders, or sticks useful in treating the hair, skin, or nails.

Abstract: A composition containing allantoin, panthenol, and a monohydric alcohol is obtained. The composition is useful for treating hair.

Abstract: A composition containing allantoin, panthenol, and an monohydric alcohol is obtained. The composition is useful for treating hair.

Abstract: A blend including phytosterol together with saturated fatty acids and/or saturated ratty alcohols is disclosed.

Abstract: A blend including phytosterol together with saturated fatty acids and/or saturated fatty alcohols is disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method of imparting a highly lubricated feel to keratinous substrates such as skin or hair or upon mucous membranes. The method is useful in obtaining the desired effect from diverse personal care products as hand and body creams, soap bars, suntan lotion, pre-electric shave skin conditioners, after shave lotions, lip balms, cold creams, bubble baths, cleansing and lotion pads, douches and vaginal lubricants.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions which may be used on keratinous substrates such as skin or hair or upon mucous membranes to impart a highly lubricated feel thereon. Such compositions have utility in diverse personal care products as hand and body creams, soap bars, suntan lotion, preelectric shave skin conditioners, after shave lotions, lip balms, cold creams, bubble baths, cleansing and lotion pads, and household cleaning products as well as many other similar compositions.