Abstract: Disclosed is a hair care composition comprising from about 0.04 wt % to about 2 wt % azelaic acid; from about 0.04 wt % to about 1 wt % oleic acid; wherein the ratio of oleic acid to azelaic acid is from about 1:1 to about 1:3.

Abstract: A hair care composition comprising a triglyceride oil having at least about 30% C18:1; and a low melting point wax.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair care composition comprising from about 0.04 wt % to about 2 wt % azelaic acid; from about 0.04 wt % to about 1 wt % oleic acid; wherein the ratio of oleic acid to azelaic acid is from about 1:1 to about 1:3, alternatively from about 1:2.5 to about 1:3 oleic acid to azelaic acid, alternatively from about 1:2 to about 1:3 oleic acid to azelaic acid, alternatively from about 1:1.5 to about 1:3 oleic acid to azelaic acid; and an aqueous carrier. The hair care composition may further include silicones. Additionally, the hair care composition can comprise from about 0.1 wt % to about 10 wt % of a cationic surfactant system. The hair care composition may also comprise from about from about 1% to about 15% of a high melting point fatty compound. The hair care composition provides an increased strength benefit. This hair strength benefit can be delivered to the consumer through a variety of hair care products including but not limited to conditioners, leave on treatments, and rinse off products.

Abstract: A hair care composition is provided imparting enhanced shine to hair comprising a) from about 0.1% to about 10.0% by weight of the composition of a non-volatile polysiloxane fluid; b) from about 0.02% to about 5.0% by weight of the composition of a surfactant mixture comprising a shining surfactant and a secondary surfactant, wherein the shining surfactant is a polyether siloxane copolymer; c) from about 0.003% to about 0.6% by weight of the composition of a rheology modifier comprising an acrylic acid/Vinyl ester copolymer; and d) a carrier suitable for the application to hair wherein the composition is free of ethanol and the viscosity s less than 7 Pa*s. Further a method is provided comprising spraying the composition with a particle size in the range of from about 0.01 ?m to about 10 ?m, wherein the resulting film is in the range of from about 100 nm to about 500 nm after drying.

Abstract: A method is provided which provides shine to hair comprising spraying a leave-on composition to hair with a particle size in the range of from about 0.01 ?m to about 10 ?m, wherein the resulting film at the dried hair is in the range of from about 100 nm to about 500 nm and more than 25% of the hair fibers are covered. The oil-in water polysiloxane emulsion shows a viscosity of less than 7 Pa*s and a pH value from about 4 to about 8. The emulsion comprises about 0.1% to about 10% by weight of a non-volatile polysiloxane fluid and from about 0.003% to about 0.6% by weight of a rheology modifier, wherein less than 0.015 g of the non-volatile polysiloxane fluid are applied per gram hair.

Abstract: A method is provided which provides shine to hair comprising spraying a leave-on composition to hair with a particle size in the range of from about 0.01 ?m to about 10 ?m, wherein the resulting film at the dried hair is in the range of from about 100 nm to about 500 nm and more than 25% of the hair fibers are covered. The oil-in water polysiloxane emulsion shows a viscosity of less than 7 Pa*s and a pH value from about 4 to about 8. The emulsion comprises about 0.1% to about 10% by weight of a non-volatile polysiloxane fluid and from about 0.003% to about 0.6% by weight of a rheology modifier, wherein less than 0.015 g of the non-volatile polysiloxane fluid are applied per gram hair.

Abstract: A hair care composition is provided imparting enhanced shine to hair comprising a) from about 0.1% to about 10.0% by weight of the composition of a non-volatile polysiloxane fluid; b) from about 0.02% to about 5.0% by weight of the composition of a surfactant mixture comprising a shining surfactant and a secondary surfactant, wherein the shining surfactant is a polyether siloxane copolymer; c) from about 0.003% to about 0.6% by weight of the composition of a rheology modifier comprising an acrylic acid/Vinyl ester copolymer; and d) a carrier suitable for the application to hair wherein the composition is free of ethanol and the viscosity s less than 7 Pa*s. Further a method is provided comprising spraying the composition with a particle size in the range of from about 0.01 ?m to about 10 ?m, wherein the resulting film is in the range of from about 100 nm to about 500 nm after drying.

Abstract: Hair care and styling compositions that can provide shine, frizz control and temporary styling benefits. More specifically, it relates to hair treatment compositions that comprise of viscoelastic particles in an aqueous carrier or a mixture of water with organic or silicone carrier.

Abstract: Personal care compositions comprising responsive particles. In one aspect, the responsive particle comprises: (1) a particle core having an interfacial surface, (2) a first polymer having a first property, and (3) a second polymer having a contrasting property. The first polymer and the second polymer are attached at different locations to the interfacial surface of the particle core. In another aspect, the responsive particle comprises: (1) a particle core having an interfacial surface, (2) at least one block co-polymer comprising a first block and a second block, wherein said first block has a first property and said second block has a second property, and (3) optionally, at least one other polymer having a third property. The block co-polymer and the optional other polymer (if present) are attached to the interfacial surface of the particle core, and at least one of the properties contrasts. The personal care compositions also comprise a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A soluble solid hair coloring article having zwitterionic direct dye and one or more soluble porous solids containing nonionic surfactant, cationic surfactant, or a mixture thereof, such that the one or more soluble porous solids have a density of from about 0.03 g/cm3 to about 0.15 g/cm3; and methods of applying the soluble solid hair coloring article to hair.

Abstract: A soluble solid hair coloring article having anionic direct dye and one or more soluble porous solids containing nonionic surfactant, anionic surfactant, or a mixture thereof, such that the soluble porous solid has a density of from about 0.03 g/cm3 to about 0.15 g/cm3; and methods of applying the soluble solid hair coloring article to hair.

Abstract: A soluble solid hair coloring article having cationic direct dye and one or more soluble porous solids containing nonionic surfactant, cationic surfactant, or a mixture thereof, such that the one or more soluble porous solids have a density of from about 0.03 g/cm3 to about 0.15 g/cm3; and methods of applying the soluble solid hair coloring article to hair.

Abstract: A soluble solid hair coloring article having anionic direct dye and one or more soluble porous solids containing nonionic surfactant, anionic surfactant, or a mixture thereof, such that the soluble porous solid has a density of from about 0.03 g/cm3 to about 0.

Abstract: A soluble solid hair coloring article having cationic direct dye and one or more soluble porous solids containing nonionic surfactant, cationic surfactant, or a mixture thereof, such that the one or more soluble porous solids have a density of from about 0.03 g/cm3 to about 0.15 g/cm3; and methods of applying the soluble solid hair coloring article to hair.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided comprising: a) a cross-linked organopolysiloxane elastomer; b) a shine agent having the formula R—X—R? wherein R and R? are C6-C10 alkyl groups and X is an oxygen atom or a carbonate group.

Abstract: The various embodiments provide a composition including an active material having functional groups capable of covalent attachment to a substrate in the presence of an acid or a base, a photocatalyst capable of generating an acid or a base upon exposure to light, and a vehicle. The compositions may also include surfactants, emulsifiers, oxidants, and other components. A method for treating a substrate is also disclosed. The method includes the steps of applying at least one active material having functional groups to the substrate, applying a photocatalyst to the substrate, and exposing the photocatalyst and the at least one active material to light for forming covalent attachments between the functional groups and constituent groups on the substrate. The compositions and methods described herein are useful in personal care product and consumer care product applications, for example.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a water-in-oil emulsion composition comprising: (A) an emulsifying silicone elastomer of a particular formula which contains cross-linking and wherein the structure contains a C3-45 alkyl group and a polyoxyalkylene group; (B) an alkyl substituted silicone emulsifier of a particular formula wherein the structure contains a C3-45 organic group and a polyoxyalkylene group; and (C) an aqueous carrier.

Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions, including methods of applying those compositions to absorb sweat and sebum from the skin, wherein the compositions comprise (A) fluid-absorbent solids having a Water Absorption Value of at least about 0.5 grams/gram; (B) an adhesive fluid; and (C) a liquid carrier; herein the composition has an Average Wear Index Value of at least about 60%. The topical compositions provide effective delivery and deposition of the fluid-absorbent solid onto the skin from an extended wear composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions, including methods of applying those compositions to absorb sweat and sebum from the skin, wherein the compositions comprise (A) fluid-absorbent solids having a Water Absorption Value of at least about 0.5 grams/gram; (B) an adhesive fluid; and (C) a liquid carrier; herein the composition has an Average Wear Index Value of at least about 60%. The topical compositions provide effective delivery and deposition of the fluid-absorbent solid onto the skin from an extended wear composition.