Abstract: The present invention encompasses a method of controlling malodors on human skin comprising the application to the human skin of a composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, and skin protectants; an emulsifier; and an aqueous carrier. The compositions may also optionally comprise one or more of the following: hydrophobic antimicrobials; water-soluble antimicrobial preservatives; low molecular weight polyols; zinc salts; water-soluble polymers; soluble carbonate and/or bicarbonate salts; chelating agents; zeolites; activated carbon; and mixtures thereof. The compositions can be applied directly as a spray, poured from a bottle and applied by hand, or applied via a wipe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfume-free odor absorbing composition, which is safe for use on skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants each having a hydrophilic/lipophilic balance of about 8-18, and wherein each surfactant, when combined with an aqueous cyclodextrin solution, provides no less than about 25% a level of odor capture as an aqueous cyclodextrin solution; and an aqueous carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an odor absorbing composition, which is safe for use on skin, comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a perfume composition; and an aqueous carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also, preferably, contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials. The present invention also relates to the odor absorbing compositions deposited on a flexible dispensing means.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses methods of controlling environmental malodors on skin comprising the application to the skin of a composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a hydrophilic, volatile perfume composition comprising at least about 50% by weight of one or more hydrophilic, volatile perfume ingredients wherein each ingredient has a boiling point of about 260.degree. or lower, and a ClogP of less than about 3.5, and an aqueous carrier. The compositions can be applied directly as a spray, poured from a bottle and applied by hand, or applied via a wipe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfumed powder, odor and moisture absorbing composition, which is safe for use on skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 25%, by weight of the composition, of uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 5% to about 60%, by weight of the composition, of a highly effective moisture absorber; a perfume composition selected from the group consisting of from about 0.05% to about 15%, by weight of the odor absorbing composition, of an encapsulated perfume, and from about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of the odor absorbing composition of a free perfume, and mixtures thereof; and a powder carrier. The compositions of the present invention may also contain an additional odor controlling agent selected from the group consisting of zeolites, activated charcoal, sodium bicarbonate, antimicrobial agents, and antiperspirants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of reducing body and/or vaginal odor comprising the application to skin of an odor absorbing composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a perfume composition; and an aqueous carrier wherein the odor absorbing composition is safe for use on skin. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also, preferably, contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of reducing body odor, vaginal odor, and excess moisture comprising the application to skin of a perfumed powder composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 25%, by weight of the composition, of uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 5% to about 60%, by weight of the composition, of a highly effective moisture absorber; a perfume composition selected from the group consisting of from about 0.05% to about 15%, by weight of the odor absorbing composition, of an encapsulated perfume, and from about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of the odor absorbing composition of a free perfume, and mixtures thereof; and a powder carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of reducing body and/or vaginal odor comprising the application to skin of perfume-free, odor absorbing compositions comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants each having a hydrophilic/lipophilic balance of about 8-18 and wherein each surfactant, when combined with an aqueous cyclodextrin solution, provides no less than about 25% a level of odor capture as an aqueous cyclodextrin solution; and an aqueous carrier wherein the odor absorbing composition is safe for use on skin. The odor absorbing compositions may also, preferably, contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.

Abstract: A storage stable aqueous or aqueous/alcoholic solution of zinc ions in the presence of bicarbonate ions is disclosed. The solution comprises: (a) a source of zinc ion, (b) a source of a stabilizing anion which can stabilize soluble zinc and bicarbonate in solution; (c) a source of bicarbonate ion; and (d) a solvent therefor. The solvent comprises: (i) a major proportion of water; (ii) optionally a minor amount of a lower monohydric alcohol; and (iii) optionally a minor amount of a humectant having at least 3 hydroxy groups. The zinc salt is present in an amount A sufficient to provide from about 0.01 weight % to about 1 weight % zinc ion; the stabilizing anion in an amount B of at least 1.2 equivalents per equivalent of zinc ion; and the bicarbonate ion cannot exceed certain levels which are related to the level of the stabilizing anion.

Abstract: Disclosed is a non-aqueous composition for reducing body malodor, containing an antiperspirant active material, volatile silicone material, non-volatile emollient material (e.g., non-volatile silicone emollient material), and a thickening agent, the thickening agent including a gelling agent which is a solid plasticizer. Illustrative gelling agents are hydroxy polyester and polydimethylsiloxanyl beeswax. Other beeswax derivatives whose free fatty acids have been reacted with silicone materials can also be used as the gelling agent for compositions of the present invention. The compositions of the present invention can be formulated as antiperspirant creams by incorporating appropriate amounts of antiperspirant active material and thickening agent in the composition, and can be used to reduce axillary perspiration. Compositions of the present invention have good rheological and viscoelastic properties.

Abstract: An antiperspirant composition comprising 10 to 70% by weight ethanol, a thickener in an amount up to 1%, 5 to 20% by weight of an antiperspirant active and up to 5% by weight of an emollient.

Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant compositions comprising from about 0.5% to about 60% by weight of particulate antiperspirant active; from about 1% to about 15% by weight of a solid non-polymeric gellant; from about 10% to about 80% by weight of an anhydrous liquid carrier having an average solubility parameter of from about 3 to about 13 (cal/cm.sup.3).sup.0.5 ; and from about 0.0001% to about 5.0% by weight of a solid nucleating agent wherein the molar ratio of the solid non-polymeric gellant to the nucleating agent is from about 10:1 to about 1000:1. These antiperspirant compositions provide improved low residue performance and improved antiperspirant efficacy.

Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic gel-solid stick compositions comprising particulate antiperspirant active, a fatty acid gellant having a select dimer-to-monomer ratio and an optional secondary gellant, and an anhydrous liquid carrier. The select dimer-to-monomer ratio of the fatty acid gellant helps provide the composition with improved hardness, low residue performance and efficacy, especially when used in combination with a secondary gellant.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of making anhydrous antiperspirant gel-solid stick compositions comprising an particulate antiperspirant active; a solid non-polymeric gellant that is substantially free of dibenzylidene alditol, n-acyl amino acid derivatives, organic polymeric gellants, and inorganic thickening agents; and an anhydrous liquid carrier having an average solubility parameter of from about 3 to about 13 (cal/cm.sup.3).sup.05,wherein the composition has a visible residue index of from about 11 to about 30 L-value, a product hardness of from about 500 gram.multidot.force to about 5,000 gram.multidot.force, a ratio of an elastic to viscous moduli of from about 0.1 to about 100. The refractive indices of the particulate antiperspirant active, solid non-polymeric gellant, and anhydrous liquid carrier are not matched. The solid non-polymeric gellant is preferably a crystalline material having an average particle size of less than about 1 .mu.

Abstract: Disclosed are antiperspirant stick compositions that exhibit substantially no visible residue (whitening) upon application to the skin or after drying. The compositions include both emollients that are silicone materials and emollients that are not silicone materials, these materials having a refractive index of at least 1.4460, in addition to including a vehicle (for example, cyclomethicone), a gelling agent (for example, stearyl alcohol and hydrogenated castor oil) and the active antiperspirant material (for example, particulate antiperspirant metal salts). These compositions reduce the necessity of using expensive silicone materials, while still achieving antiperspirant compositions with substantially no visible residue.

Abstract: An antimicrobial and deodorizing composition is disclosed, which includes an aqueous solution having at least one acid-inducing metal salt and a metal chlorite and no protic acid. The aqueous solution has a pH less than about 7. The acidity-inducing metal salt, preferably, includes a iron cation, an aluminum cation, a gadolinium cation, a vanadium cation, a zirconium cation or a zinc cation, and anions sufficient for rendering said metal salt electrically neutral and water-soluble. The metal chlorite may, preferably, be sodium chlorite. Various methods for use of the composition are also disclosed.

Abstract: Transparent aerosol antiperspirant compositions comprising an active antiperspirant salt, a carrier capable of solubilizing the active antiperspirant salt and having an effective solubility parameter of about 11 to about 13, and a liquified hydrocarbon gas propellant are disclosed.

Abstract: Cutaneous perspiration in a human subject is prevented and/or controlled by topically applying to the skin of an individual in need of such treatment, an effective antiperspirant amount of at least one substance P antagonist.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a powder, odor absorbing composition, which is safe for use on human skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 25%, by weight of the composition, of uncomplexed cyclodextrin; and a powder carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also contain an additional odor controlling agent, selected from the group consisting of zeolites, activated charcoal, sodium bicarbonate, antimicrobial agents, and antiperspirants.The present invention also relates to methods of using the compositions of the present invention to reduce body odor and/or vaginal odor.

Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant gel-solid stick compositions which comprise a particulate antiperspirant active; a solid non-polymeric gellant selected from the group consisting of 12-hydroxystearic acid, esters of 12-hydroxystearic acid, amides of 12-hydroxystearic acid, and combinations thereof, and an anhydrous liquid carrier having an average solubility parameter of from about 3 to about 13 (cal/cm.sup.3).sup.0.5, wherein the composition has a visible residue index of from about 11 to about 30 L-value, a product hardness of from about 500 gram.force to about 5,000 gram.force, a ratio of an elastic to viscous moduli of from about 0.1 to about 100. The refractive indices of the particulate antiperspirant active, solid non-polymeric gellant, and anhydrous liquid carrier are not matched. The solid non-polymeric gellant is preferably a crystalline material having an average particle size of less than about 1 .mu.

Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant gel-solid sticks which comprise particulate antiperspirant active; a solid non-polymeric gellant that is substantially free of dibenzylidene alditol, inorganic thickening agents, organic polymeric gellants, amides and esters of N-acyl amino acid, or combinations thereof; an anhydrous liquid carrier that is substantially free of polar, water-immiscible, organic solvents, wherein the composition has a visible residue index of from about 11 to about 30 L-value, a product hardness of from about 500 to about 5,000 gram force, a rheology profile defined by a ratio of an elastic modulus (G') to a viscous modulus (G") of from about 0.1 to about 100. The refractive indices of the particulate antiperspirant active, the solid non-polymeric gellant, and the anhydrous liquid carrier are not matched. The compositions preferably comprise crystalline gellant particles having an average particle size of less than about 1 .mu.

Abstract: Disclosed are topical compositions comprising from about 0.01% to about 50% by weight of N-acetylcysteine or related compounds, from about 0.01% to about 0.5% by weight of selected combinations of certain perfume chemicals to effectively mask malodors associated with topical application of the N-acetylcysteine or related compounds on skin; and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier. These topical compositions are useful for visibly improving the appearance of skin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a glycol-containing base gel composition having reduced skin irritation potential, in which a cosmetically active agent (e.g., deodorant active agent, sunscreen, antiperspirant active agent, etc.) can be incorporated to provide a cosmetic gel (e.g., soft gel or stick) composition. The gelling agent for the gel composition can be a soap. The base gel composition includes at least one glycol having a structure of the formula H(OC.sub.3 H.sub.6).sub.n OH, where n represents the number of repeating propylene oxide groups and ranges from 1-80, with the provisos that: (1) more than zero, and up to 100% by weight, of the glycol component, has n=3 or 4; (2) less than 20% by weight of the glycol component has n=1; (3) not more than 90% by weight of the glycol component has n=2; and (4) not more than 90% by weight of the glycol component has n greater than or equal to 5.

Abstract: A clear gel cosmetic stick includes a liquid vehicle, a dibenzylidene alditol as a gelling agent, an antiperspirant salt dissolved in the liquid vehicle, and a hydroxyalkyl cellulose co-gellant. The cosmetic stick comprises in percent by weight about 70% to about 95%, preferably 75 to 92%, of a liquid vehicle comprising a polyhydric alcohol having from 3 to 6 carbon atoms and from 2 to 6 hydroxyl groups, about 0.5% to about 1.5%, preferably 0.7% to 1.3%, of a dibenzylidene alditol, about 3% to about 22%, preferably 6% to 15%, of an antiperspirant salt dissolved in said vehicle, and about 0.1% to about 0.5%, preferably 0.2% to 0.4%, of a hydroxyalkyl cellulose. Preferably the liquid vehicle is substantially free of monohydric alcohol and is also substantially free of strong alkali such as NaOH and KOH. Preferably the cosmetic stick will have a pH greater than 4.4, more preferably greater than 4.7, a turbidity of less than about 120 NTU, more preferably less than 100 NTU, and a hardness of about 60 to 150.

Abstract: The cosmetic composition is disclosed by blending at least an antibacterial zeolite, having all or part of its ion exchangeable ions substituted by ammonium ions and antibacterial metal ions, and silicone.

Abstract: A deodorant composition comprises an activated carbon, a binder, an argillaceous material, and a basic zinc carbonate. A deodorant is manufactured by the following steps: (a) a mixing step of the composition materials, (b) a kneading step to knead the mixture, (c) an extrusion to shape the kneaded mixture into a honeycomb structured solid or a powder, and (d) a drying step to remove moisture from the solid. The honeycomb structured deodorant has excellent odor absorption particularly for odors, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxides in vehicle exhausts.

Abstract: Soap-based clear cosmetic sticks are disclosed which include 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol in the composition to increase the set temperature, and also the stick hardness. A typical composition of the present invention comprises about 20 to 50%, preferably 28 to 46%, of 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol, about 3 to 12%, preferably 4 to 8%, of an alkali metal salt of a C.sub.12-22, preferably C.sub.14-18, fatty acid, about 10 to 42%, preferably 18 to 30%, of a polyhydric alcohol other than 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol, and about 5 to 35%, preferably 15 to 30%, water. To achieve the highest set temperature the composition should also contain an alkali metal salt, preferably a sodium or potassium salt, particularly an alkali metal halide such as sodium chloride or an alkali metal chelate such as di-, tri- or tetra-sodium EDTA. The composition will also typically contain a cosmetic active ingredient such as a deodorant active. Preferably the composition will contain less than 0.3%, most preferably less than 0.2%, of C.sub.

Abstract: Fatty alkoxylate esters consisting of diesters of aliphatic or aromatic dicarboxylic acids, formed by reacting the acid with a stoichiometric excess of one or more polyalkoxylated fatty alcohols having fatty moieties containing from 14 to 22 carbon atoms. Non-aqueous compositions for topical application are also disclosed including one or more active ingredients, and an emollient agent of the fatty alkoxylate esters of the present invention.

Abstract: Deodorant compositions and a method of inhibiting bacterial exoenzymes responsible for the production of steroidal axillary malodor. The method comprises the steps of providing a cosmetic vehicle and dissolving or suspending a deodorant active material which is an inhibitor of bacterial exoenzymes responsible for the production of steroidal axillary malodor therein to produce a deodorant composition. Aryl sulfatase and beta-glucuronidase are the primary bacterial exoenzymes responsible for producing steroidal axillary odor. The deodorant active materials are inhibitors of these exoenzymes and include Cu++, hexametaphosphate (SPORIX), D-glucaro-.tangle-solidup.-lactone, EDTA, NTA, O-phenanthroline, Sodium sulfate or orthophosphate.

Abstract: A method of inhibiting the dissolution in anhydrous ethanol or isopropanol of a powdered aluminium-containing basic halide antiperspirant agent which comprises incorporating in the ethanol or isopropanol an amount effective to inhibit said dissolution of an alcohol soluble or alcohol-insoluble dissolution-inhibiting compound selected from the group consisting of compounds having a basic nitrogen function and compounds having a basic oxygen function. Examples of dissolution-inhibiting compounds are urea, thiorea, amino acids, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkylamines and hydroxyalklyamines, inorganic bases, and alkali metal and alkaline-earth metal salts of inorganic acids and C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 organic carboxylic acids. The dissolution-inhibiting compound may alternatively be a particulate alcohol-insoluble inorganic drying agent such as a molecular sieve.

Abstract: A long life deodorant composition lasting up to about 7 days for foot odor, and up to about 15 days underarm, includes specially treated cornstarch or oat starch as a substitute for talc. Additionally the treated starch acts as a spreading agent, giving a silky smooth effect. Citric acid, an increased proportion of zinc oxide and aloe vera concentrate are advantageously included in the deodorant.

Abstract: An antiperspirant gel stick composition incorporating a gelling agent, including a primary gellant selected from the group consisting of 12-hydroxystearic acid, esters of 12-hydroxystearic acid, amides of 12-hydroxystearic acid, and mixtures thereof and a secondary gellant selected from the group consisting of n-acyl amino acid amide derivatives. The antiperspirant gel stick compositions further incorporate a liquid base material including a non-polar, volatile oil and a relatively polar, non-volatile co-solvent. The combination of the gelling agent and the co-solvent permit the utilization of relatively high levels of a non-polar volatile oils which provide a dry feel.

Abstract: This invention provides alkali metal bicarbonate powder consisting of a narrow size distribution range of ultrafine particles. The ultrafine powder has a large surface area, and provides enhanced reactivity in applications such as deodorization or neutralization, and exhibits increased antibacterial/antifungal activity. The ultrafine powder also has an exceptional capability to form a homogenous solid-phase suspension in a liquid medium which has long term stability.

Abstract: Deodorant compositions and a method of inhibiting bacterial exoenzymes responsible for the production of steroidal axillary malodor. The deodorant composition contains a cosmetic vehicle comprising inorganic acids, organic acids or water soluble metal salts of fatty acids is combined with a deodorant active material, selected from the group consisting of Zn++ compounds, which is an inhibitor of bacterial exoenzymes responsible for the production of steroidal axillary malodor. The deodorant active materials of the invention directly inhibit the bacterial exoenzymes responsible for the production of steroidal axillary malodor rather than neutralizing unpleasant odors through chemical interaction and indirect inhibition of bacterial growth. These materials may be dissolved or suspended in a cosmetic vehicle in the form of a soap, lotion, fluid, cream, gel stick, powder or spray to provide a deodorant composition to prevent axillary odor without disturbing the natural flora of the axilla.

Abstract: Gel antiperspirant compositions comprising an antiperspirant compound, a gelling agent selected from the group consisting of a sterol and a starch hydrolyzate ester of a C.sub.8 -C.sub.22 carboxylic acid, a carrier comprising a silicone or a hydrocarbon, and, optionally, a fatty alcohol, a fatty ester, water, or a mixture thereof, are disclosed. Aerosol antiperspirant compositions also are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention provides cosmetic stick, roll-on and cream deodorant and deodorant-antiperspirant products. The cosmetic products consisting of an organic matrix having a dispersed phase of encapsulated particles of a co-micronized crystallite blend of inorganic compounds such as sodium bicarbonate and zinc oxide. The particle surfaces are coated with a polymer such as maltodextrin starch. When this type of cosmetic product is applied to underarm surfaces, a sustained deodorant activity by the encapsulated particles is obtained.

Abstract: An antiperspirant aerosol composition has a level of volatile organic compounds no greater than 60 wt. %. The composition includes particulate antiperspirant material and optionally particulate filler material. The filler material may be chemically modified corn starch, micronized polyethylene, cross-linked polyurethanes, polyacrylates, talc, sodium bicarbonate, corn starch, or any combination thereof. The antiperspirant aerosol compositions includes 10-35 wt. % of particulate material, 0.2-2 wt. % of a suspending agent, 5-50 wt. % of emollient carrier liquids and no more than 60 wt. % of an aerosol propellant mixture. The particulate material consists of 25 to 100 wt. % of a particulate antiperspirant active material and 0 to 75 wt. % of a particulate filler material. In addition, the antiperspirant aerosol compositions may contain certain optional components, such as activators, germicides, medicants, perfumes and colorants.

Abstract: Fatty alkoxylate esters consisting of diesters of aliphatic or aromatic dicarboxylic acids, formed by reacting the acid with a stoichiometric excess of one or more polyalkoxylated fatty alcohols having fatty moieties containing from 14 to 22 carbon atoms. Non-aqueous compositions for topical application are also disclosed including one or more active ingredients, and an emollient agent of the fatty alkoxylate esters of the present invention.

Abstract: An antiperspirant gel stick composition incorporating a gelling agent, including a primary gellant selected from the group consisting of 12-hydroxystearic acid, esters of 12-hydroxystearic acid, amides of 12-hydroxystearic acid, and mixtures thereof and a secondary gellant selected from the group consisting of n-acyl amino acid amide derivatives. The antiperspirant gel stick compositions further incorporate a liquid base material including a non-polar, volatile oil and a relatively polar, non-volatile co-solvent. The combination of the gelling agent and the co-solvent permit the utilization of relatively high levels of a non-polar volatile oils which provide a dry feel.

Abstract: Antibacterial and deodorant polyester for fiber which is much improved in melt viscosity, is prepared by adding the melt viscosity enhancers represented by the following general formulas I to IV and compounding with zirconium phosphate: ##STR1##

Abstract: Roll-on or gel topically-effective compositions comprising a topically-active compound, a silicon-free surfactant or silicon-free surfactant blend having an HLB value of about 0.1 to about 10, an organic phase comprising a volatile silicone compound or a volatile hydrocarbon compound, and water.

Abstract: Antiperspirant compositions in gel form are provided which include an antiperspirant-active salt, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 polyhydric alcohol, dibenzyl monosorbitol acetal, and a propoxylated C.sub.6 -C.sub.20 alcohol carboxylate. The carboxylate serves both as an emollient and as a clarifier to obtain a clear gel stick.

Abstract: A method of inhibiting the dissolution in anhydrous ethanol or isopropanol of a powdered aluminium-containing basic halide antiperspirant agent which comprises incorporating in the ethanol or isopropanol an amount effective to inhibit said dissolution of an alcohol soluble or alcohol-insoluble dissolution-inhibiting compound selected from the group consisting of compounds having a basic nitrogen function and compounds having a basic oxygen function. Examples of dissolution-inhibiting compounds are urea, thiorea, amino acids, C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkylamines and hydroxyalklyamines, inorganic bases, and alkali metal and alkaline-earth metal salts of inorganic acids and C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 organic carboxylic acids. The dissolution-inhibiting compound may alternatively be a particulate alcohol-insoluble inorganic drying agent such as a molecular sieve.

Abstract: A deodorant composition consists essentially of magnesium hydroxide in an amount sufficient to neutralize 3-methyl-2-hexanoic acid associated with human perspiration. The composition is used by applying it to a surface in contact with human perspiration in an amount sufficient to reduce perspiration odor. The composition and method are useful for inhibiting perspiration odor in humans.

Abstract: This invention provides an antiperspirant-deodorant cosmetic stick product consisting of a solid organic matrix which contains a homogenous dispersion of particulate antiperspirant and deodorant ingredients. A deodorant cosmetic stick product is also provided which does not contain an antiperspirant ingredient.The solid organic matrix and dispersed particle phases have densities which are sufficiently matched to prevent setting of the dispersed particles during manufacture, and to provide a cosmetic stick product with dimensional stability.

Abstract: Disclosed is a clear, antiperspirant material-containing, gel stick composition, containing an acidic antiperspirant material (e.g., an aluminum salt) and gelled with dibenzylidene sorbitol, the composition including a guanidine compound (for example, guanidine carbonate or aminoguanidine bicarbonate) as a stabilizing agent to reduce degradation of the gel and of the dibenzylidene sorbitol gelling agent. Also disclosed are continuous processes for forming the gel stick composition, wherein degradation of the dibenzylidene sorbitol gelling agent in the presence of the antiperspirant material is reduced.

Abstract: A deodorant composition comprising a body odor suppressing effective amount of an inhibitor of an amino acid B-lyase enzyme which catalyazes the formation of human body malodor, wherein the inhibitor is a compound of the formula NH.sub.2 --C(CH.sub.3) (COOH)--CH.sub.2 SR where R is a hydrogen, phenyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl which is unsubstituted or substituted by a phenyl a hydroxy group, a benzyloxy or benzyloxycarbonyl group, a halogen or an amine group, in a dermatologically acceptable vehicle.

Abstract: A gel suitable for use in various personal care applications is provided. The improved gel contains an amide-free gelator; a siloxane polyether for strengthening the gel, and increasing its firmness, rigidity, and adhesion to substrates; and a volatile methyl siloxane. Preferably, the gel includes 1 to 98.9 percent by weight of the siloxane polyether; 0.1 to 20 percent by weight of 12-hydroxystearic acid or metal salts of 12-hydroxystearic acid; and 1 to 98.9 percent by weight of a volatile methyl siloxane having a boiling point less than two hundred-fifty degrees Centigrade and a viscosity of 0.65 to about 5.0 centistoke (mm.sup.2 /s).

Abstract: The present invention process involves the exposure of antiperspirant salt solutions to ultraviolet light to cause lightening in color. The ultraviolet light can be in the wavelength range of 180 to 400 nanometers, with the longer wavelengths preferred and at an exposure time of 1 to 120 minutes. The color of the antiperspirant solutions treated with ultraviolet light approaches the color of water, commonly known in the cosmetic industry as water white. These exceptionally low color antiperspirant salt solutions are useful in development of clear and colorless antiperspirant gels, roll-ons and stick formulations.

Abstract: A residue free, antiperspirant gel stick composition is disclosed which comprises an antiperspirant compound which is soluble in a diol, a normally liquid, water soluble diol, a gelling agent and a zinc glycinate in amount sufficient to control the pH of the gel stick at about 4.1 to about 5.0, the glycine to zinc mole ratio of the zinc glycinate added being about 2.0/1 to about 3.0/1. The process for preparing a diol soluble antiperspirant active useful in preparing the residue free gel stick is also disclosed and comprises reacting an antiperspirant compound with a water soluble, normally liquid diol in a water solution by heating for about 1 to about 100 hours at a temperature of about 50.degree. C. to about 110.degree. C.; adding a zinc glycinate to the reaction mixture and removing the water to recover a powdered antiperspirant active.