Abstract: The present invention teaches a hair straightening system including formulations that will safely and effectively straighten curly hair for at least 2-3 months after a single application, despite frequent washings of the hair. Methods for obtaining said formulations are disclosed. Hair straightening systems including shampoo and one or more conditioners are also provided.

Abstract: Method for treating hair comprising the successive application onto hair of polymeric layers which can be removed to a large extent or even totally in an easy manner upon request of the user by using a cationic surfactant.

Abstract: A method of protecting the internal protein of hair from damage, comprising the step of applying, to the hair, a hair treatment composition comprising a lactone, a disaccharide, an inorganic salt and an organic acid or salt thereof, having a pH in the range of from 3 to 6.5, prior to the application of a damage insult to the hair, and a use of such a hair treatment composition, in the treatment of hair, to protect hair from damage.

Abstract: A method for treating hair comprising applying primer(s) and cationic polymer(s) onto a user's hair for improving the styling of the hair in a more manageable and reliable manner and for enhancing the stability of the final style obtained.

Abstract: Method for colouring hair wherein a first composition comprising at least one cationic polymer and a second composition comprising at least one anionic polymer are alternately applied to the hair.

Abstract: Method for colouring hair wherein a first composition comprising at least one cationic polymer and a second composition comprising at least one anionic polymer are alternately applied to the hair.

Abstract: There is provided an active light sensitive or radiation sensitive resin composition which contains (A) an alkali soluble resin and (C) a cross-linking agent represented by the following General Formula (1-0).

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for straightening keratinous fibers including: (i) a step of applying on the keratinous fibers a hair straightening composition containing at least one cyclic or linear amide, (ii) a step of increasing the temperature of the keratinous fibers, using heating means, to a temperature ranging between 110 and 250° C.

Abstract: Agents for treating keratin-containing fibers, in particular human hair, are provided. The agents comprise, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, (a) at least one amphiphilic cationic polymer comprising respectively at least one structural unit of the formulae (I) to (IV), as provided herein, and (b) at least one copolymer comprising at least one structural unit of formula (A1) and at least one structural unit of formula (A2), as provided herein, the use of said agent for temporarily styling hair and for hair care, in particular as an aerosol hairspray or an aerosol hair mousse.

Abstract: Compositions are disclosed comprising novel fluorinated cationic alcohols in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle. The fluorinated compounds alter a surface property of the hair to provide hair conditioning, for example. In embodiments, the compounds have improved water solubility and deposition properties.

Abstract: Agents for treating keratin-containing fibers, in particular human hair, and methods for the use of such agents are provided. The agent includes at least one copolymer (a) and at least one copolymer (b). The copolymer (a) includes at least one structural unit of a formula (I) and at least one structural unit of a formula (II). Copolymer (b) includes at least one structure unit of formula (AI) and at least one structural unit of formula (A2). The agent is contained in a cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Compositions, kits, and methods for repairing bonds, for example, disulfide bonds, in hair or on the skin are disclosed. The compositions provide improved conditioning benefit for dry hair or moisturize the skin. The compositions also provide a long lasting moisturized feel and smooth feel to the skin or hair, without feeling greasy. The compositions contain one or more compounds that covalently bind at least two thiol groups in the hair or on the skin. Use of the binding compositions prevents reversion of the repaired bonds to their free thiol state, for at least one week or one month, or more, after a single application of the composition. Improved methods of styling hair, for example permanent hair waving, hair curling, hair coloring or highlighting, and hair straightening, are also provided.

Abstract: A method of treating hair, a hair treatment kit for extemporaneous preparation of hair treatment compositions, a recipient for applying hair treatment compositions, and use thereof are provided. The invention provides a superior hair treatment performance such as a superior hair colouring and/or bleaching performance, particularly for providing superior root to tip treatment evenness.

Abstract: A method of removing colour from hair that has been oxidatively dyed, the method comprising the steps of: (a) contacting the hair with a composition comprising a sulfur-containing nucleophile or a precursor thereof; (b) contacting the hair with an acidic composition; and (c) contacting the hair with an oxidising composition; wherein there is no rinsing step between step (a) and step (b).

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods that are able to increase the amount of molecular structure within the cortex of hair fibers. As result, hair fiber diameter, cross sectional area, elasticity and stiffness are all increased. The benefits are long term, surviving repeated rinsing and shampooing. These results are particularly beneficial in the treatment of fine hair.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods that are able to increase the amount of molecular structure within the cortex of hair fibers. As result, hair fiber diameter, cross sectional area, elasticity and stiffness are all increased. The benefits are long term, surviving repeated rinsing and shampooing. These results are particularly beneficial in the treatment of fine hair.

Abstract: A method for chemically modifying the internal region of the hair shaft comprising applying a monomer composition to the hair, wherein the monomer composition comprises an ethylenic monomer having a molecular weight of 500 g/mole or less; then rinsing the hair; then applying a conditioning composition to the hair, wherein the conditioning composition comprises a hydrophobic polyol and a hydrophilic polyol; and wherein the method comprises applying an initiator to the hair prior to rinsing the hair, wherein the initiator initiates the chemical modification.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods that are able to increase the amount of molecular structure within the cortex of hair fibers. As result, hair fiber diameter, cross sectional area, elasticity and stiffness are all increased. The benefits are long term, surviving repeated rinsing and shampooing. These results are particularly beneficial in the treatment of fine hair.

Abstract: A hair care composition containing inorganic fluoride for straightening, smoothing, and/or relaxing hair, and a method for using the hair care composition a hair care composition containing an inorganic fluoride for straightening, smoothing, defrizzing, curling and/or relaxing of hair, and its method of use in a variety of hair care products, e.g., straightener solution, shampoo, conditioner, color binding treatment, volumizing treatment, a combination thereof, etc. The hair care composition is formaldehyde-free, even when heated.

Abstract: A semi-permanent mascara which includes a pharmaceutical grade cyanoacrylate that is mixed with a small amount of irregularly-shaped, micro- or nano-sized polytetrafluoroethene fibers, and then professionally applied to the eyelashes creating a semipermanent mascara application that is 100% waterproof, will not run, smear, or smudge, and lasts 2 to 3 weeks.

Abstract: A method for chemically modifying the internal region of a hair shaft. The method comprises applying an oxidising formulation to the hair; de-wetting the hair; applying a monomer composition to the hair, wherein the monomer composition comprises an ethylenic monomer having a molecular weight of 500 g/mole or less and a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Also a kit which comprises: application instructions comprising the method; and the monomer composition.

Abstract: The hair gluing product of the invention is gel or crystallizing protective growth serum that dries down to form a film over your natural hair and scalp. The invention allows for application of hair bonding glue without damaging natural hair or scalp. It contains aloe extract, tea tree oil, chamomile extract. It is available in an assortment of colors. The purpose of the gel or serum is to protect client's natural hair/scalp from being damaged by the use of hair bonding glue, which is used for weaving styles. When hair bonding glue is applied directly to the natural hair and scalp it has a tendency to cause breakage and leads to damage hair the invention will cover the natural hair, which will allow the hair bonding glue to be applied directly to the shield that appears after the invention dries on the hair/scalp.

Abstract: Method of cleansing hair comprising: (a) applying a composition to the hair; (b) dissolving and lathering the composition using a water-based solvent; (c) rinsing the hair with a water-based solvent; wherein during the rinsing a total of about 100 gram to about 300 gram of water-based solvent per gram of hair (dry weight) is employed; wherein the composition comprises from about 3 wt % to about 35 wt % of a mixture of at least two compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: Present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for hair and scalp obtained by mixing two compositions wherein the one is a water soluble powder and the other is an aqueous composition comprising at least one hair and scalp conditioning compound. The object of the present invention is a two-part composition for hair and scalp wherein first part is a substantially non-aqueous composition comprising at least one water soluble salt with an endothermic dissolving enthalpy of 5 kJ/mol or more and a second part is an aqueous composition comprising at least one hair conditioning compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of hydrophobin for non-permanent dyeing of keratin and keratin-containing materials, in particular of hair, and a corresponding method for non-permanent dyeing of keratin and keratin-containing materials, in particular of hair. The invention further relates to non-permanent dyeing of keratin and keratin-containing materials, in particular, hair, which contain hydrophobin.

Abstract: Provided is a method for styling mammalian hair that includes contacting the hair with a composition that includes a poly(vinylamine-vinylformamide) copolymer and a first carrier, contacting the hair with a composition that includes a citrate and a second carrier, and styling the hair. The method of the present invention promotes improved hair styling properties such as improved curl retention and straightness retention, e.g., under conditions of high relative humidity and temperature. The method can be used for semi-permanently straightening or curling the hair. Also provided is a method for controlling fizz by applying the copolymer and citrate compositions.

Abstract: Provided is a method for styling mammalian hair that includes contacting the hair with a composition that includes a poly(vinylamine-vinylformamide) copolymer and a first carrier, contacting the hair with a composition that includes a cysteine and a second carrier, and styling the hair. The method of the present invention promotes improved hair styling properties such as improved curl retention and straightness retention, e.g., under conditions of high relative humidity and temperature. The method can be used for semi-permanently straightening or curling the hair. Also provided is a method for controlling frizz by applying the copolymer and cysteine compositions.

Abstract: A method of treating a material, the method comprising applying to the material a composition comprising at least 10 wt % of ammonium carbonate, ammonium carbamate or a mixture thereof; and a source of hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: The present invention is related to an aqueous conditioning composition for hair comprising at least one alkyl glyceryl ether and at least one arylated silicone. Conditioning composition of the present invention can be in the form of a shampoo, cleansing—conditioning composition, or in the form of a conditioner used after washing hair with cleansing compositions. It has surprisingly been found out that a composition comprising at least one alkyl glyceryl ether and at least one arylated silicone gives hair shine, and hair treated with such a composition looks attractive and has its natural excellent shine, volume and body, elasticity, smoothness and it is easily manageable.

Abstract: A composition and method of use therefor that allows for permanent straightening or curl of human hair that is not irritating to the skin, that does not have an obnoxious odor, that is significantly less damaging to hair, that allows for the immediate shampooing of hair thereafter and that provides for re-treatment of the hair without additional damage, primarily using urea and high temperatures to break and reform disulfide bonds as a means to allow for the penetration of low molecular weight proteins into the shaft of the hair.

Abstract: A method of coating eyelashes and/or eyelids with a cosmetic composition that includes from about 15% to about 50%, by weight, of a film former selected from the group consisting of tall oil glyceride, pentaerythrityl rosinate, glyceryl rosinate, and the hydrogenated versions and mixtures thereof. Further there is from about 0.1% to about 14%, by weight, of a colorant. The cosmetic composition is long lasting and has excellent wear characteristics.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a hair dyeing process comprising dyeing the hair by applying to the hair at least one dyeing composition comprising at least one dye precursor; rinsing the hair; and post-treating the hair by applying to the hair at least one aqueous composition comprising at least 30% of water and at least 20% of at least one organic silicon compound chosen from the silanes that comprise one silicon atom and the siloxanes that comprise two or three silicon atoms, wherein the least one organic silicon compound also comprises at least one basic chemical functional group and at least one hydroxyl group or hydrolysable group per molecule.

Abstract: There is provided a head hair dyeing method using a two-part hair dye composition which contains: a first part containing a first part stock solution and a propellant, the first part stock solution containing an alkali agent and a surfactant; a second part containing a second part stock solution and a propellant, the second part stock solution containing hydrogen peroxide and a surfactant; and two aerosol containers for respectively discharging the first part and the second part as foam, the method including respectively discharging the first part and the second part as foam from the containers, applying the foam mixture to the head hair, and then re-foaming the mixture on the head hair.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and kits for coloring the hair involving a color base composition comprising at least one primary dye intermediate, and a developer composition comprising an oxidizing agent chosen from persulfates, perborates, percarbonates, and mixtures thereof. Preferably, the color base composition and developer composition are substantially free of an oxidation catalyst.

Abstract: Provided is a process for lightening or dyeing keratin fibers, including human keratin fibers such as the hair, in the presence of an oxidizing agent, wherein the following are applied to the keratin fibers: (a) an anhydrous cosmetic composition (A) comprising at least one fatty substance and at least one surfactant, (b) a cosmetic composition (B) comprising at least one organic amine with a pKb of less than 12 at 25° C. and at least one mineral base, and (c) a composition (C) comprising at least one oxidizing agent; when the process described herein is a process for dyeing keratin fibers, composition (B) further comprises at least one dye. Also provided is a multi-compartment device comprising a first compartment having the anhydrous cosmetic composition, a second compartment having at least one organic amine with a pKb of less than 12 at 25° C., and also at least one mineral base and optionally at least one dye, and a third compartment having an oxidizing composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic process for wash-protecting the color of keratin fibers comprising applying a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one zinc-based compound chosen from zinc-based mineral compounds and zinc-based non-nitrogenous organic compounds to keratin fibers previously dyed. Also disclosed is a cosmetic process for wash-protecting the color of dyed keratin fibers, comprising applying to the keratin fibers, after dyeing, at least one zinc-based compound chosen from zinc-based mineral compounds and zinc-based non-nitrogenous organic compounds. The present disclosure further relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers comprising applying to the fibers at least one dye composition (A), optionally in the presence of an oxidizing agent, for period of time that is sufficient to develop the color, and applying a composition (B) comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one zinc-based compound as defined herein.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic process for wash-protecting the color of keratin fibers comprising applying a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one zinc-based compound chosen from zinc-based mineral compounds and zinc-based non-nitrogenous organic compounds to keratin fibers previously dyed. Also disclosed is a cosmetic process for wash-protecting the color of dyed keratin fibers, comprising applying to the keratin fibers, after dyeing, at least one zinc-based compound chosen from zinc-based mineral compounds and zinc-based non-nitrogenous organic compounds. The present disclosure further relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers comprising applying to the fibers at least one dye composition (A), optionally in the presence of an oxidizing agent, for period of time that is sufficient to develop the color, and applying a composition (B) comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one zinc-based compound as defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention is a method for hair dyeing or bleaching by discharging in a foam from a squeeze container 6 a mixed solution of a first agent A1 and a second agent A2 of a two-part hair dye or bleach composition to apply on the hair. In the present invention, the squeeze container which includes a container body 4 and a squeeze foamer 5 is used as the squeeze container 6. At least one of the first agent A1 or the second agent A2 contains a foaming agent. The mixed solution of the first and second agents has a viscosity (25° C.) of from 1 mPa·s to 100 mPa·s. The first agent A1 and the second agent A2 are mixed in the container body 4 so as not to produce a foam. Squeezing is carried out with the squeeze container 6 stood upright so that the mixed solution A3 does not reach an air induct path 12 of the squeeze foamer 5. As a result, the mixed solution of the first and second agents of the two-part hair dye or bleach composition can be stably discharged in a fine foam using a squeeze container.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a process involving the use of at least one unsaturated fatty substance of formula (I) as defined herein as an agent for protecting color with respect to the washing of artificially dyed keratin fibers such as artificially dyed hair. Also disclosed herein is a process for protecting the color of artificially dyed keratin fibers with respect to washing, comprising applying to the fibers, before or after dyeing, at least one composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one unsaturated fatty substance of formula (I). Further disclosed herein is a process for dyeing keratin fibers, comprising applying to the keratin fibers a direct or oxidation dye composition (A) for a time that is sufficient to develop the color, and following or preceding this application, applying a composition (B) comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one unsaturated fatty substance of formula (I).

Abstract: A sachet may include at least two sealed compartments. The sachet may include first and second opposite main walls, a partition separating an inside of the sachet into two compartments, and first and second foldable side walls situated on respective sides of the partition.

Abstract: A method for the cosmetic treatment of keratinous fibres. A cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one organic silicon compound comprising at least one basic chemical functional group and at least one hydroxyl or hydrolysable group per molecule, said at least one organic silicon compound being chosen from silanes and siloxanes, and a composition for caring for and/or washing keratinous fibres are applied sequentially in any order.

Abstract: A formulation is disclosed comprising a reactive keratin derivative. Also described are methods of making the formulation and hair treatment methods and systems that include use of the formulation. The hair treatment methods may be useful, for example, in straightening or revitalizing hair.

Abstract: Keratin-fiber protectant, curl minimizing composition are disclosed comprising an effective keratin-protective amount of a physiologically tolerable curl minimizing agent selected from the group consisting of a polyfunctional aldehyde, an activated olefin-containing compound, and a polycarboxylic acid. Also disclosed are methods and kits for using the compositions for minimizing the natural curl configuration of human hair in particular.

Abstract: Hair care composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 20% of a sulfopropyl(meth)acrylate compound, an alpha methylene lactone, or a mixture thereof, wherein the sulfopropyl(meth)acrylate compound and the alpha methylene lactone each have a molecular weight of less than 500 grams/mole; and a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A process for permanently deforming keratin fibers and compositions suitable for use in this process are provided. The process includes treating keratin fibers, before and/or after mechanically deforming the keratin fibers, with an aqueous reducing composition containing a keratin reducing substance, rinsing the keratin fibers with a rinse after contact with the reducing composition, and applying to the keratin fibers an aqueous fixing composition containing an oxidizing agent, where at least one of the reducing composition, the fixing composition, or the rinse is in the form of a two-phase or multiphase system. The two phase or multiphase system contains at least one oil component and/or at least one alcohol having limited miscibility with water and is capable of being converted at least temporarily with mechanical agitation into a homogeneous system for application to hair.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to compositions and methods for dermal regeneration, both alone and in conjunction with LASER phototherapy. The method comprises the steps of applying an abrasive scrub to a selected area of a dermis to be treated to remove keratin from an epidermis; applying a keratin solvent system to the selected area of the dermis to be treated after the step of applying an abrasive scrub to further remove keratin from the epidermis; applying an acid chemical peel composition to the area of the dermis to be treated; and applying a thymic peptide based composition on the area of the dermis. A LASER phototherapy treatment may be substituted or used in conjunction with the acid chemical peel treatment. Additionally, microdermabrasion or epidermabrasion may be used prior to the chemical peel.

Abstract: In the present invention there is provided a single-step process and composition of hair bleach, which can simultaneously lighten the hair up to seven levels and effectively neutralize any undesirable warmth, provide natural tones or deposit fashion shades. This is achieved by including in the bleach mixture a solution containing basic dye molecules, which in the present invention have been found to be both, stable in the bleach, and capable of depositing the desired amount of tone on the hair. The dyes fall into the class of water-soluble basic azo compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for making up keratin substances, which consists in applying to the keratin substances a first coat of a film-forming composition comprising a cosmetically acceptable medium and at least one film-forming polymer, followed by applying to at least a part of the first coat, and before the first coat has dried, a second coat consisting essentially of solid particles that are insoluble in the cosmetically acceptable medium of the composition, having a substantially spherical or ovoid shape and having a density ranging from 800 kg/m3 to 10,000 kg/m3. The invention also relates to a make-up kit comprising the film-forming composition and the solid particles.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process of treating damaged hair and a system of formulations for carrying out the process. Treatment according to the invention incorporates protein into the structure of damaged hair by the use of an aqueous solution including an acid and a positively charged electrolyte.

Abstract: A method for the same-day permanent waving and coloring of hair ("same-day" meaning during a twenty-four hour period and preferably during a single session of only a few hours), which can provide to the hair improved shape retention, color receptivity, color stability, color retention, color evenness, color depth, shine, strength, softness, luster, and/or elasticity. After initial preparation (shampooing, treating with a pre-wrap, and placing on rods if the hair is to be curled), the hair is processed using a waving agent (e.g., thioglycolate), the excess is preferably removed, contacted with a first composition, the excess preferably removed, optionally but preferably contacted with a second composition, heated to dry the hair, and then contacted with a coloring composition containing an oxidative colorant and an oxidizing agent, the oxidizing agent helping develop the color and rebond the hair. The first and second compositions each contain a biologically acceptable metal (preferably a polyvalent metal, e.