Patents by Inventor Wanli Zhao
Wanli Zhao has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20250121222Abstract: A method of treating skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to a person's skin a composition comprising 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a hydrolyzed algae extract comprising exopolysaccharides from Halymenia durvillei, and 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a saccharide isomerate comprising an exopolysaccharide synthesized by Vibrio alginolyticus, wherein at least one of skin permeability is decreased, filaggrin production is increased, skin moisture is increased, occludin production is increased, or TNF? production is inhibited in the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2024Publication date: April 17, 2025Inventors: Tiffany CARLE, Bob FOLEY, Julia COLLIER, Wanli ZHAO, Geetha KALAHASTI
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Patent number: 12274777Abstract: Compositions for topical administration to a user's skin that provide a number of dermatological benefits are described. The compositions include a unique combination of vitamins and additional ingredients that work together to increase skin firmness and decrease wrinkles.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2021Date of Patent: April 15, 2025Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Tiffany Carle, David Gan, Wanli Zhao
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Publication number: 20250025388Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods and compositions useful for protecting skin from UV radiation. Compositions include sunscreen compositions having at least one high molecular weight acrylate copolymer, an ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vinyipyrrolidone copolymer, and at least one ultraviolet filter.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2024Publication date: January 23, 2025Applicant: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Wanli Zhao, Doug Zuber
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Publication number: 20250017831Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that include a combination of Leontopodium alpinum extract, Halidrys siliquosa extract, vegetable amino acids, niacinamide, hexylresorcinol, Pinus pinaster extract, Betula alba extract, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, hydrolyzed Candida saitoana extract, Lentinus edodes mycelium extract, and/or Opuntia tuna fruit extract.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2024Publication date: January 16, 2025Inventors: David GAN, Tiffany CARLE, Michelle HINES, Patricia JACOBY, Wanli ZHAO, Julia COLLIER, Edward CHADWICK, Mauricio CASTRO, Barbara DURKEE, Daniel RAMIREZ
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Patent number: 12186423Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful to reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone, reduce the appearance of skin discoloration, reduce visible skin discoloration, improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, improve the brightness of skin, prevent the production of discoloration, limit uneven skin tone from appearing on skin, increase moisture levels, attract water, brighten, renew the skin, increase skin radiance, soothe the skin, increase skin smoothness, hydrate skin, smooth skin, brighten skin, reduce signs of aging in skin, and/or increase the efficacy of cosmetic products to brighten, renew the skin, increase skin radiance, sooth the skin, increase skin smoothness, hydrate skin, smooth skin, brighten skin, and/or reduce signs of aging in skin. The composition includes a combination of niacinamide, vegetable amino acids, and ferulic acid.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2021Date of Patent: January 7, 2025Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Tiffany Carle, Geetha Kalahasti, David Gan, Wanli Zhao
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Publication number: 20240423881Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods and compositions useful for protecting skin from ultraviolet radiation. Disclosed are sunscreen compositions having a plurality of dispersions comprising inorganic particles of distinct average sizes that absorb, reflect, and/or scatter UV light. Certain aspects describe sunscreen compositions comprising additives providing additional cosmetic benefits.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2024Publication date: December 26, 2024Applicant: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Milagros Sanchez, Wanli Zhao, Doug Zuber
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Publication number: 20240407996Abstract: Disclosed are sunscreen compositions comprising avobenzone, octocrylene, octisalate, and aluminum starch octenylsuccinate. Also disclosed is a method for protecting skin from ultraviolet radiation, the method comprising topically applying to the skin a composition comprising an effective amount of avobenzone, octocrylene, octisalate, and aluminum starch octenylsuccinate.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2024Publication date: December 12, 2024Applicant: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Wanli ZHAO, Douglas ZUBER
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Patent number: 12161891Abstract: A method of treating skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to a person's skin a composition comprising 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a hydrolyzed algae extract comprising exopolysaccharides from Halymenia durvillei, and 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a saccharide isomerate comprising an exopolysaccharide synthesized by Vibrio alginolyticus, wherein at least one of skin permeability is decreased, filaggrin production is increased, skin moisture is increased, occludin production is increased, or TNF? production is inhibited in the skin.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2024Date of Patent: December 10, 2024Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Tiffany Carle, Bob Foley, Julia Collier, Wanli Zhao, Geetha Kalahasti
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Publication number: 20240390259Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods and compositions useful for defining the appearance of eyelashes and increasing the length of eyelashes. The composition comprises 3 to 50% by weight of water based on a total weight of the composition; 5 to 20% by weight of a combination of waxes based on the total weight of the composition, wherein the combination of waxes comprises paraffin wax, polyethylene, and carnauba wax; 4 to 15% by weight of a combination of film forming agents based on the total weight of the composition, wherein the combination of film forming agents comprises vinylpyrrolidone (VP)/eicosene copolymer and triacontanyl polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP); 5 to 15% iron oxides based on the total weight of the composition; silica; tocopheryl acetate; and panthenol.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2024Publication date: November 28, 2024Applicant: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Wanli ZHAO, Swara HARNE
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Publication number: 20240390262Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compositions for a topical composition comprising Myrothamnus flabellifolia extract, saccharide isomerate extract, Alteromonas ferment extract and/or Opuntia tuna fruit extract. The present invention further relates to methods of using the compositions to improve skin appearance and skin conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2024Publication date: November 28, 2024Inventors: Greg NORMAN, Milagros SANCHEZ, Kathlene CUMMINGS, Geetha KALAHASTI, Wanli ZHAO, Lisha VANPELT, Patricia JACOBY, David GAN, Michael FRUSHOUR
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Publication number: 20240277591Abstract: Disclosed is a method of treating a fine line or wrinkle in a person's skin, the method comprising topically applying to the fine line or wrinkle a composition comprising an effective amount of Commiphora mukul resin or an extract thereof that includes oleo gum resin, glycerin, water, and hyaluronic acid or a salt form thereof, wherein topical application of the composition to the fine line or wrinkle reduces the appearance of the fine line or wrinkle.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2024Publication date: August 22, 2024Inventors: Tiffany Florence, Michelle Hines, David Gan, Wanli Zhao
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Publication number: 20240226610Abstract: A method of treating skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to a person's skin a composition comprising 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a hydrolyzed algae extract comprising exopolysaccharides from Halymenia durvillei, and 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a saccharide isomerate comprising an exopolysaccharide synthesized by Vibrio alginolyticus, wherein at least one of skin permeability is decreased, filaggrin production is increased, skin moisture is increased, occludin production is increased, or TNF? production is inhibited in the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2024Publication date: July 11, 2024Inventors: Tiffany CARLE, Bob FOLEY, Julia COLLIER, Wanli ZHAO, Geetha KALAHASTI
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Publication number: 20240065967Abstract: The present invention relates generally to cosmetic compositions and methods that can be used to increase skin hydration, increase adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in skin, increase antioxidant capacity of skin, reduce glycation of skin, or a combination thereof. In particular, topical application of the compositions to skin increases adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in skin by at least 10%, increases antioxidant capacity of skin, and/or reduces glycation of skin by at least 50%. In particular, the compositions can include Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) flower extract, Vitis vinifera (Grape) seed extract, hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF), and optionally carnosine.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Inventors: Tiffany CARLE, Wanli ZHAO, Barbara DURKEE, Lisha VANPELT, Kathlene CUMMINGS
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Publication number: 20240065966Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful for moisturizing skin and/or lightening or whitening skin. The composition includes a combination of Angelica acutiloba root extract and a Salicornia herbacea extract.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Inventors: Greg NORMAN, David GAN, Michelle HINES, Lisha VANPELT, Wanli ZHAO, Barbara DURKEE, Lee VICKERS, Patricia JACOBY
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Patent number: 11911635Abstract: A method of treating skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to a person's skin a composition comprising 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a hydrolyzed algae extract comprising exopolysaccharides from Halymenia durvillei, and 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a saccharide isomerate comprising an exopolysaccharide synthesized by Vibrio alginolyticus, wherein at least one of skin permeability is decreased, filaggrin production is increased, skin moisture is increased, occludin production is increased, or TNF? production is inhibited in the skin.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2023Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Tiffany Carle, Bob Foley, Julia Collier, Wanli Zhao, Geetha Kalahasti
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Patent number: 11911494Abstract: Disclosed is a method of treating a fine line or wrinkle in a person's skin, the method comprising topically applying to the fine line or wrinkle a composition comprising an effective amount of Commiphora mukul resin or an extract thereof that includes oleo gum resin, glycerin, water, and hyaluronic acid or a salt form thereof, wherein topical application of the composition to the fine line or wrinkle reduces the appearance of the fine line or wrinkle.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2022Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Tiffany Florence, Michelle Hines, David Gan, Wanli Zhao
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Publication number: 20230364447Abstract: A method of treating skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to a person's skin a composition comprising 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a hydrolyzed algae extract comprising exopolysaccharides from Halymenia durvillei, and 0.0001% to 5% w/w of a saccharide isomerate comprising an exopolysaccharide synthesized by Vibrio alginolyticus, wherein at least one of skin permeability is decreased, filaggrin production is increased, skin moisture is increased, occludin productnion is increased, or TNF? production is inhibited in the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2023Publication date: November 16, 2023Inventors: Tiffany CARLE, Bob FOLEY, Julia COLLIER, Wanli ZHAO, Geetha KALAHASTI
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Publication number: 20230277426Abstract: Disclosed is a method of treating a fine line or wrinkle in a person's skin, the method comprising topically applying to the fine line or wrinkle a composition comprising an effective amount of Commiphora mukul resin or an extract thereof that includes oleo gum resin, glycerin, water, and hyaluronic acid or a salt form thereof, wherein topical application of the composition to the fine line or wrinkle reduces the appearance of the fine line or wrinkle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2022Publication date: September 7, 2023Inventors: Tiffany Florence, Michelle Hines, David Gan, Wanli Zhao
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Patent number: 11701322Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods of use and compositions useful for moisturizing skin and/or lightening or whitening skin. The composition includes a combination of Angelica acutiloba root extract and a Salicornia herbacea extract.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2019Date of Patent: July 18, 2023Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Greg Norman, David Gan, Michelle Hines, Lisha Vanpelt, Wanli Zhao, Barbara Durkee, Lee Vickers, Patricia Jacoby
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Patent number: 11696888Abstract: The present invention relates generally to cosmetic compositions and methods that can be used to increase skin hydration, increase adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in skin, increase antioxidant capacity of skin, reduce glycation of skin, or a combination thereof. In particular, topical application of the compositions to skin increases adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in skin by at least 10%, increases antioxidant capacity of skin, and/or reduces glycation of skin by at least 50%. In particular, the compositions can include Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) flower extract, Vitis vinifera (Grape) seed extract, hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF), and optionally carnosine.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2021Date of Patent: July 11, 2023Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventors: Tiffany Carle, Wanli Zhao, Barbara Durkee, Lisha Vanpelt, Kathlene Cummings