Patents by Inventor William E. McNamara
William E. McNamara 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: 20190269592Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a clear or translucent composition which takes the form of a solid, a semi-solid or a viscous gel. The inventive composition contains a mixture of at least two amino acid-based gelatinizing agents, at least one polyamide resin, a non ionic, unsaturated fatty alcohol in an amount which reduces the dissolution temperature of the gelatinizing agents to allow processing at or below 115° C., an alkyl dimethicone, and an oil and/or a polymer component. Additional ingredients depending on the application may also be included in the clear or translucent composition. The present disclosure also relates to methods of producing the clear or translucent composition of the disclosure and uses thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2019Publication date: September 5, 2019Inventors: Thi N. Do, William E. McNamara, Kelly Hales, Irina Travkina
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Publication number: 20180325801Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2018Publication date: November 15, 2018Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Patent number: 10052277Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2017Date of Patent: August 21, 2018Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Publication number: 20170296454Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2017Publication date: October 19, 2017Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Patent number: 9717237Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of insect repellant or fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2014Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Patent number: 9265715Abstract: Compositions comprising an organic sunscreen in combination with (i) nylon particles, (ii) silica particles, and (iii) barium sulfate particles provide an improvement in SPF as compared to an otherwise identical composition lacking any one of the three ingredients (i)-(iii). The compositions advantageously provide high diffuse transmittance, giving a natural look to the skin.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2015Date of Patent: February 23, 2016Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Juliana Fanizza, Ashley L. Howell, William E. McNamara
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Publication number: 20160015624Abstract: Compositions comprising an organic sunscreen in combination with (i) nylon particles, (ii) silica particles, and (iii) barium sulfate particles provide an improvement in SPF as compared to an otherwise identical composition lacking any one of the three ingredients (i)-(iii). The compositions advantageously provide high diffuse transmittance, giving a natural look to the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2015Publication date: January 21, 2016Inventors: Juliana Fanizza, Ashley L. Howell, William E. McNamara
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Patent number: 9173830Abstract: Compositions comprising an organic sunscreen in combination with (i) nylon particles, (ii) silica particles, and (iii) barium sulfate particles provide an improvement in SPF as compared to an otherwise identical composition lacking any one of the three ingredients (i)-(iii). The compositions advantageously provide high diffuse transmittance, giving a natural look to the skin.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2014Date of Patent: November 3, 2015Assignee: Avon Products, IncInventors: Juliana Fanizza, Ashley L. Howell, William E. McNamara
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Publication number: 20150306017Abstract: Compositions comprising an organic sunscreen in combination with (i) nylon particles, (ii) silica particles, and (iii) barium sulfate particles provide an improvement in SPF as compared to an otherwise identical composition lacking any one of the three ingredients (i)-(iii). The compositions advantageously provide high diffuse transmittance, giving a natural look to the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2014Publication date: October 29, 2015Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Juliana Fanizza, Ashley L. Howell, William E. McNamara
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Publication number: 20150208647Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2014Publication date: July 30, 2015Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Patent number: 8921303Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2014Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Lull, William E. McNamara, Glen T. Anderson
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Publication number: 20140322154Abstract: There is a method for lengthening keratin fibers. The method has the steps of a) applying to the keratin fibers a composition having a solvent and one or more polymers soluble or solubilizable in the solvent b) allowing the solvent to evaporate. The composition is applied in an amount sufficient to lengthen the keratin fibers. There are also other methods for lengthening keratin fibers. There is also a mascara composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2014Publication date: October 30, 2014Inventors: Thi N. DO, Christian J. Lee, William E. McNamara, Cliff A. Milow, Tao Zheng
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Patent number: 8864398Abstract: Packaging for cosmetic products, such as mascara, are provided, including a container for holding a cosmetic composition and an applicator which is disposed within a cut-out portion of the container. The container includes a number of passages through at least one side such that a portion of the applicator is brought into contact with the passages when seated on the container. The applicator is adapted to seal the container when seated on the container. The applicator is further adapted to be removed from the container and pressed or squeezed onto keratinous fibers (e.g., eyelashes) of a user to apply the cosmetic product.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2011Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Assignee: Avon Products Inc.Inventors: William E. McNamara, Gregory A. Ornoski, David Cerutti
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Patent number: 8821846Abstract: There is a method for lengthening keratin fibers. The method has the steps of a) applying to the keratin fibers a composition having a solvent and one or more polymers soluble or solubilizable in the solvent b) allowing the solvent to evaporate. The composition is applied in an amount sufficient to lengthen the keratin fibers. There are also other methods for lengthening keratin fibers. There is also a mascara composition.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2006Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Assignee: Avon Products, IncInventors: Thi N. Do, Christian J. Lee, William E. McNamara, Cliff A. Milow, Tao Zheng
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Publication number: 20130114989Abstract: Packaging for cosmetic products, such as mascara, are provided, including a container for holding a cosmetic composition and an applicator which is disposed within a cut-out portion of the container. The container includes a number of passages through at least one side such that a portion of the applicator is brought into contact with the passages when seated on the container. The applicator is adapted to seal the container when seated on the container. The applicator is further adapted to be removed from the container and pressed or squeezed onto keratinous fibers (e.g., eyelashes) of a user to apply the cosmetic product.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2011Publication date: May 9, 2013Applicant: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: William E. McNamara, Gregory A. Ornoski, David Cerutti
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Publication number: 20110224299Abstract: Compositions comprising high amounts of low melting point waxes are provided in self-supporting solid or semi-solid form. The low melting point waxes are stabilized in the compositions by the presence of small amounts of higher melting wax. The compositions may provide a cooling sensation when applied to the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2010Publication date: September 15, 2011Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: William E. McNamara, Mark S. Garrison, Thi N. Do
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Publication number: 20110182834Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a clear or translucent composition which takes the form of a solid, a semi-solid or a viscous gel. The inventive composition contains a mixture of at least two amino acid-based gelatinizing agents, at least one polyamide resin, a non ionic, unsaturated fatty alcohol in an amount which reduces the dissolution temperature of the gelatinizing agents to allow processing at or below 115° C., an alkyl dimethicone, and an oil and/or a polymer component. Additional ingredients depending on the application may also be included in the clear or translucent composition. The present disclosure also relates to methods of producing the clear or translucent composition of the disclosure and uses thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2011Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Thi N. DO, William E. MCNAMARA, Kelly HALES, Irina TRAVKINA
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Publication number: 20110150793Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a clear or translucent composition which takes the form of a solid, a semi-solid or a viscous gel. The inventive composition contains a mixture of at least two amino acid-based gelatinizing agents, a non-ionic unsaturated fatty alcohol in an amount which reduces the dissolution temperature of the gelatinizing agents to allow processing at or below 100° C., an alkyl dimethicone, and an oil and/or a polymer component. Additional ingredients depending on the application may also be included in the clear or translucent composition. The present disclosure also relates to methods of producing the clear or translucent composition of the disclosure and uses thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2009Publication date: June 23, 2011Applicant: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Thi N. Do, William E. McNamara, Kelly Hales
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Patent number: 7944122Abstract: A self-contained voltage generating system is incorporated in a package or device for housing a product. There is at least one piezoelectric element incorporated in the package or device and the piezoelectric element generates a source of voltage when it is activated. The voltage is then used to perform various activities on other elements that are part of the package or device, such as operate a motor, provide heat, provide ultrasonic energy, furnish light, provide acoustic energy, and provide vibration energy. The piezoelectric elements are in the form of discrete particles, piezoelectric fibers, filaments, transducers, and actuators.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2007Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: William E. McNamara, John S. Kurek, Lisa Lamberty, Ronald F. Vogel, Anthony D. Gonzalez, David Cerutti, Gregory A. Ornoski
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Patent number: 7846424Abstract: A post-application expanding composition for application to hair fibers of the scalp, eyebrows or eyelashes is provided. The composition comprises at least one surfactant, a solvent for the surfactant, and a volatile agent in an amount that will cause the surfactant and solvent to interact and foam on the hair fibers thereby producing an expanded composition. The composition further contains a film-forming agent in an amount effective to form a film which when set fixes at least a portion of the expanded composition in its expanded state. The volatile agent is solubilized in the composition, and is further dispersed throughout the composition in nanometer size droplets or generated in situ on the hair fibers or immediately prior to application thereto so that the composition is storable in a non-pressurized container.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2003Date of Patent: December 7, 2010Assignee: Avon Products, IncInventors: William E. McNamara, Derrick B. McKie, John S. Kurek, Clifford A. Milow, Mark S. Garrison, Raymond Cen