Abstract: Powdered cosmetic compositions containing a) 5 wt % to 20 wt % hydrophobized metal oxide powder, b) 40 wt % to 94 wt % organic polyol, c) 0.1 wt % to 15 wt % emulsifier agent, d) 0 to 40 wt % water are particularly suitable for reshaping keratinic fibers, and impart shine, texture, and smoothness.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions containing a) at least one first quaternary ammonium compound from the group of quaternized collagen hydrolysates; b) at least one second quaternary ammonium compound which differs from a), c) at least one film-forming polymer, d) water are suitable as heat-protection agents in the thermally assisted temporary deformation of keratinic fibers.

Abstract: Cosmetics, particularly styling agents, containing at least one copolymer A composed of at least one monomer A1 chosen from acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, alkyl acrylates, and alkyl methacrylates, and at least one amphoteric monomer A2 chosen from (meth)acryloyl alkyl betaines and (meth)acryloyl alkyl amine oxides, and at least one film-forming and/or stabilizing anionic copolymer B in a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Also disclosed is the use of said cosmetics for temporarily shaping hair.

Abstract: Cosmetic agents, in some embodiments in powder form, containing as component (a) at least one polymer comprising at least one structural unit of formula (I) and at least one structural unit of formula (II), in which X denotes a physiologically acceptable cation (in particular Na+), R1 denotes a hydrogen atom or a methyl group and R2 denotes a (C2 to C6) hydroxyalkyl group, and as component (b) at least one setting polymer, are suitable for temporarily reshaping keratin-containing fibers. When applied to human hair, for example, an elastic hairstyle with volume was obtained. The hair retained its natural gloss.

Abstract: Powdery compositions contain at least one particulate and amorphous metal oxide, with the proviso that at least one cosmetic active ingredient is present in said metal oxide in absorbed form, said active ingredient being selected from waxy esters, strengthening polymers, film-forming polymers, oxidation dye precursors, anionic surfactants, keratin-reducing compounds or mixtures thereof. Said powdery compositions are highly suitable for temporarily shaping keratin-containing fibers, especially human hair. Hair treated with said powders can be strengthened and retains its natural gloss.

Abstract: A cosmetic agent containing in a cosmetically acceptable carrier a) at least one copolymer A with at least one structural unit (A1), at least one structural unit (A2), at least one structural unit (A3) and at least one structural unit (A4), wherein R1 denotes an optionally heterofunctionalized alkyl residue; R2 denotes an optionally heterofunctionalized alkyl residue differing from R1; R3 denotes an optionally heterofunctionalized alkyl residue mutually independently differing from R1 and R2 b) at least one copolymer B differing from copolymer A with at least one structural unit (B1) wherein R4 denotes an optionally heterofunctionalized alkyl residue; and c) at least one quaternary ammonium compound.

Abstract: Powdery compositions which contain, based on their weight, (a) about 5 to 100% wt. % of at least one powdery compound which is effective as a hair cosmetic agent, (b) 0 to about 25% wt. % of at least one powdery solid as a filler which differs (a) and (c), (c) 0 to about 95% wt. % of at least one auxiliary that is different from (a) and (b) and is selected from emulsifiers and thickeners and the mixtures thereof, with the proviso that about 0.4 g of the powdery composition dissolves in 100 ml water at 35° C. within not more than 5 minutes when mixed in a tumble mixer at 101 revolutions per minute.

Abstract: Powdery compositions comprising core-shell particles are provided. The shell contains particles of at least one hydrophobized metal oxide powder and the liquid core contains, based on the weight of the core, about 20.0% by weight to 100.0% by weight, in particular about 50.0% by weight to 100.00% by weight, of at least one polyol of formula (I), wherein n represents an integer from 1 to 4. The powdery compositions are suitable for temporarily shaping keratin-containing fibers. For example, the use of said compositions on human hair resulted in an elastic hairstyle having volume. Hair so treated was given natural gloss.

Abstract: An agent for treating keratin-comprising fibers, in particular human hair, which includes in a cosmetic carrier at least one cyclic siloxane, at least one C8 to C30 alkyl PEG/PPG dimethicone, and at least one cationic protein hydrolysate.

Abstract: An agent for treating keratin-comprising fibers, in particular human hair, which includes in a cosmetic carrier at least one cyclic siloxane, at least one C8 to C30 alkyl PEG/PPG dimethicone, and at least one cationic protein hydrolysate.

Abstract: Cosmetic products for temporary deformation of keratinic fibers, containing, in a cosmetic carrier present in the form of a dispersed system, at least one starch modified with propylene oxide and having an average molecular weight (weight average) of from 50 to 2500 kDa, the products providing a hairstyle with a strong hold and high flexibility. The starches modified with propylene oxide are based on renewable raw materials. In this way, effective styling agents for hair can be provided and the content of polymeric raw materials based on fossil fuels reduced.

Abstract: Agents for treating fibers containing keratin containing in a cosmetically acceptable carrier (a) at least one cross-linked, amphiphilic, anionic polymer, comprising at least one structural unit of formula (I) and at least one structural unit of formula (II); and (b) at least one non-cross-linked, amphiphilic, anionic polymer, comprising at least one structural unit of the formula (III) and at least one structural unit of the formula (IV), said agents being suitable for temporarily deforming hair and for conditioning hair, in particular in the form of a hair cream or a hair gel.

Abstract: A styling agent in a cosmetically acceptable carrier includes, based in each case on its weight: 0.01 to 3 wt % of at least one copolymer A as defined herein, and 0.05 to 10 wt %, by preference 0.1 to 7.5 wt %, more preferably 0.25 to 6 wt %, and in particular 0.5 to 5 wt % of at least one film-forming polymer, and 0.5 to 30 wt %, by preference 1 to 25 wt %, more preferably 2.5 to 20 wt %, and in particular 5 to 15 wt % of at least one wax having a melting point in a range from 40° C. to 90° C. The agent has a high degree of hold and a pleasant care-providing feel, and is not heavy.

Abstract: Agents for the temporary shaping of keratinic fibers include in a cosmetically acceptable carrier—relative in each case to the weight thereof—1 to 20 wt. % of at least one crosslinked, amphiphilic, anionic polymer comprising at least one structural unit of formula (I) as described herein and at least one structural unit of formula (II) as described herein, and 1 to 20 wt. % of at least one uncrosslinked, anionic polymer comprising at least one structural unit of formula (III) as described herein and at least one structural unit of formula (IV) as described herein, and 1 to 40 wt. % of at least one fixing non-ionic polymer from the group comprising (c1) non-ionic polymers having at least one structural element of formula (N5) as described herein, (c2) homopolymers and non-ionic copolymers of N-vinylpyrrolidone, and (c3) non-ionic copolymers of isobutene.

Abstract: Agents for the temporary shaping of keratinic fibers are characterized by a pleasant product feel, light consistency and a lightweight application. The agents include in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, relative in each case to the total agent, 0.1 to 15 wt. % of monoesters of optionally alkylated sugars with C6-C30 fatty acids, 0.1 to 15 wt. % of diesters of optionally alkylated sugars with C6-C30 fatty acids, 0 to 50 wt. % of at least one film-forming polymer, 0 to 50 wt. % of at least one wax with a melting point in a range from 40° C. to 90° C., with the proviso that the proportion of component(s) c) and d) in the cosmetic agent is 0.2 to 50 wt. %.

Abstract: The present invention is an agent for treating keratinous fibers, particularly human hair, comprising: (a) at least one glyceryl acrylates/acrylates copolymer; (b) at least one film-forming and/or setting polymer; and (c) at least one ester oil. The agent may additionally comprise a polyol such as glycerin. The agent is best suited for temporarily deforming hairs into a desired shape or style and for the general caring of hair.

Abstract: Agent for treating keratin-containing fibers, particularly human hair, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, (a) at least one nonionic starch modified with propylene oxide, and (b) at least one additional nonionic film-forming and/or nonionic setting polymer containing at least one structural unit chosen from the structural units of formulae (M1) to (M6), wherein R is a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, R? is a hydrogen atom or a (C1 to C4) acyl group, R? and R?? are, mutually independently, a (C1 to C7) alkyl group or a hydrogen atom, R?? is a linear or branched (C1 to C4) alkyl group or a (C2 to C4) hydroxyalkyl group; use of the agents for temporary deformation of hair and for hair care, particularly as an aerosol hair spray or aerosol hair foam.

Abstract: The invention relates to agents for temporarily shaping keratin fibers, said agents giving a very high degree of hold without impairing its flexibility and humidity resistance.

Abstract: Cosmetic agents for temporarily reshaping keratin fibers, particularly human hair, containing in a cosmetic carrier at least one starch modified with propylene oxide, the starch having an average molecular weight (weight-average) of 50 to 2,500 kDa and a propylene oxide content of 4 to 6 wt. % (based on weight of the starch modified with propylene oxide), wherein the agents achieve styling with a good degree of hold and elevated flexibility. The propylene oxide-modified starches are based on renewable raw materials. Here, effective styling agents for hair can be provided without having to rely on setting polymers obtained from fossil fuels.

Abstract: Agents for temporarily shaping keratin fibers having a very high degree of hold. These agents impart a feeling of providing flexible and conditioned hair while also being pleasant to the touch. Agents according to the invention contain, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, at least one copolymer A having at least one structural unit according to formula (I), and at least one further structural unit according to formula (II), wherein X+ is a physiologically acceptable cation, and further contains at least one further structural unit according to formula (III) and at least one silicone oil and/or silicone rubber.