Abstract: The invention relates to cosmetic preparations for treating the hair containing exclusively ingredients which are stable up to at least 200 DEG C against thermal decomposition and the use of such preparations for shaping the hair and a method for temporary hair-shaping.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising a combination of (a) at least one organic compound which carries at least one thiol group and at least one optionally derivatized carboxyl group, for example L-cysteine, and (b) at least one organic compound selected from the group which is formed from cyclic, organic carbonates, glycerol and its derivatives and C4-C12 fatty acid dimethylamides. Using these low-odor compositions it is possible to reductively decolor colored keratin-containing fibers, in particular human hair, in a rapid and effective manner.

Abstract: Agents for treating keratin-containing fibers, particularly human hair, containing in a cosmetically acceptable carrier (i) at least one macromolecule having at least one alkoxysilyl functionality of the formula (RO)nR?(3-n)Si—*, wherein R and R? are independently a (C1 to C4) alkyl group (particularly methyl or ethyl), x is 1, 2 or 3, and (ii) at least one trialkoxysilane of the formula (T-1), wherein R1 is a (C1 to C4) alkyl group, K? is a connectivity chosen from a covalent bond or from a molecular fragment having two free valences, R2 is a structural fragment having at least one substituent chosen from quaternary ammonium group, tertiary amino group, secondary amino group, primary amino group, anionic group, lead to a good washing resistance of the hairstyle fixed with the agent.

Abstract: The invention describes the use of ester oil for haircare, particularly during the reduction stage, when perming hair, to corresponding perming agents and to a method for perming hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising a combination of (a) at least one organic compound which carries at least one thiol group and at least one optionally derivatized carboxyl group, for example L-cysteine, and (b) at least one organic compound selected from the group which is formed from cyclic, organic carbonates, glycerol and its derivatives and C4-C12 fatty acid dimethylamides. Using these low-odor compositions it is possible to reductively decolor colored keratin-containing fibers, in particular human hair, in a rapid and effective manner.

Abstract: The invention relates to cosmetic preparations for treating the hair containing exclusively ingredients which are stable up to at least 200 DEG C against thermal decomposition and the use of such preparations for shaping the hair and a method for temporary hair-shaping.

Abstract: Essentially alcohol-free deodorizing aerosol compositions which contain selected oils, a skin-cooling active substance, a deodorizing active substance and a propellant gas.

Abstract: A perspiration-inhibiting and/or deodorizing cosmetic product that encompasses a water-in-oil emulsion having at least one antiperspirant and/or deodorant active substance, at least one propellant, and an aerosol dispensing apparatus, the parts of the valve of the dispensing apparatus that come into contact with the emulsion being made of nonmetallic materials.

Abstract: A sprayable agent for hair treatment, which is optically appealing by its three-phase formation and whose cosmetic activity can be even better visualized by the consumer is comprised of (A) an aqueous phase, (B) an oil phase and (C) a phase comprising a trifunctional ester wherein the composition is a stable, three-phase system.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions methods for their use containing a cationic starch derivative for the treatment of skin and hair. The starch is is a polysaccaride obtained from potatoes, tapioca, cereals or corn.

Abstract: A method for increasing an adhesive to a substrate is disclosed which utilizes a hydrophilic, high molecular weight, nonionic polyurethane adhesive. The polyurethane adhesive is soluble in water and a 1% by weight solution of the adhesive in water at 20% has a specific viscosity of at least 0.4. The nonionic polyurethane contains the following structural units: a) —O—(CH2—CH2O)n where n is 8 to 500; b) —CO—NH—X—NHCO— where X is an aliphatic or cycloaliphatic group; and c) —O—Y—O— wherein Y comprises a hydrophobic moiety from the groups (—CH2—CH(CH3)—O)m—CH2—CH(CH3)—, (—CH2 CH(C2H5)—O)m—CH2—CH(C2H5)—, (—CH2—CH2—CH2—CH2O)m—CH2CH2CH2CH2—, alkylene groups having from 2 to 44 carbon atoms, cycloalkylene groups having from 6 to 44 carbon atoms and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A method of applying an adhesive to a substrate is disclosed which utilizes a hydrophilic, high molecular weight, nonionic polyurethane adhesive. The polyurethane adhesive is soluble in water and a 1% by weight solution of the adhesive in water at 20% has a specific viscosity of at least 0.4.

Abstract: A composition and method for treating keratinous fibers. The composition contains a wax component and is formulated as an aerosol spray. Other components in the composition are at least one emulsifier and at least one propellant.

Abstract: A composition and method for treating keratinous fibers. The composition contains a wax component and is formulated as an aerosol spray. Other components in the composition are at least one emulsifier and at least one propellant.

Abstract: A method for increasing an adhesive to a substrate is disclosed which utilizes a hydrophilic, high molecular weight, nonionic polyurethane adhesive. The polyurethane adhesive is soluble in water and a 1% by weight solution of the adhesive in water at 20% has a specific viscosity of at least 0.4.

Abstract: A method of applying an adhesive to a substrate is disclosed which utilizes a hydrophilic, high molecular weight, nonionic polyurethane adhesive. The polyurethane adhesive is soluble in water and a 1% by weight solution of the adhesive in water at 20% has a specific viscosity of at least 0.4.

Abstract: A hydrophilic, high molecular weight nonionic polyurethane, characterized by solubility in water and by a specific viscosity of at least 0.4 (1% by weight solution at 20° C.) is provided. Examples of such polyurethanes are those characterized by the following structural units: a) —O(—CH2—CH2—O)n—, where n=8 to 500, and b) —CO—NH—X—NH—CO—, where X is an aliphatic or cycloaliphatic radical. Also provided are methods of using the polyurethane as an adhesive, more particularly a hotmelt adhesive or a solvent-based adhesive, for example a wallpaper adhesive and labelling adhesive, of using polyurethane as a stabilizer in the emulsion polymerization of, in particular, vinyl acetate and vinyl chloride and in the copolymerization of ethylene and vinyl acetate, and of using the polyurethane as a thickener for aqueous systems, more particularly together with nonionic surfactants.

Abstract: A process for treating hair by applying thereto a composition in the form of an aqueous dispersion of a water-insoluble polymer having a glass transition temperature of -20.degree. C. to +70.degree. C. wherein the water-insoluble polymer is formed from monomers selected from the group consisting of esters of acrylic acid, esters of methacrylic acid and styrene, and the composition further contains a water-soluble polymer.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a composition containing an activator system for free-radical polymerizations and a free-radical polymerizable compound of the general formula II:?H.sub.2 C.dbd.CR.sup.1 --C(.dbd.O)--O--R.sup.2 --O--C(.dbd.O)--NH--Q--NH--C(.dbd.O)!.sub.2 ?{--O--R.sup.4a --O--C(.dbd.O)--NH--Q'--NH--C(.dbd.O)}.sub.m --O--R.sup.4a --O--!(II)whereinm is from 0 to 10;R.sup.1 is hydrogen or a methyl group;R.sup.2 is a linear or branched chain alkyl group containing from 2 to 6 carbon atoms or an alkylene oxide containing from 4 to 21 carbon atoms;Q and Q' independently are aromatic, aliphatic or cycloaliphatic groups containing from 6 to 18 carbon atoms which are derived from the basic diisocyanate or diisocyanate mixtures; andR.sup.4a is derived from a polyesterdiol having a C:O ratio of >2.6, a C:H ratio of <10, and a molecular weight of from 1000 to 20,000.The invention further pertains to a process for the preparation of such composition and the use thereof.

Abstract: Described are moisture-curing alkoxysilane-terminated polyurethanes which can be obtained by reacting polyurethane prepolymers with a mean NCO functionality of at least 1 but less than 2 with special sulfur-free alkoxysilanes, reacting with substantially all the free NCO groups. Also described is the use of these compounds as sealing and/or adhesive compositions.