Abstract: Product for treating keratin-containing fibers, especially human hair, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (a) at least one amphiphilic, cationic polymer, respectively comprising at least one structural unit of formulae (I) to (IV), wherein R1 and R4 are independently a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, X1 and X2 are independently an oxygen atom or an NH group, A1 and A2 are independently an ethane-1,2-diyl, propane-1,3-diyl or butane-1,4-diyl group, R2, R3, R5 and R6 are independently a (C1-C4)-alkyl group, and R7 is a (C8-C30)-alkyl group, and (b) at least one amphiphilic anionic polymer, comprising at least one structural unit of formula (V) and at least one structural unit of formula (VI) wherein R8 and R9 are independently a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, R10 is (C8-C30)-alkyl group, M+ is a physiologically compatible cation, and A3 is a *—(CH2CH2O)x—* group wherein x is a whole number between 5 and 35, a *—(CH2CHMeO)y—* group wherein y is a whole number between 5 and 35 or a *—(CH2CH2O)x—

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair conditioning composition comprising by weight: (a) from about 0.1% to about 15% of a silicone polymer containing quaternary groups wherein said silicone polymer comprises silicone blocks with greater than about 200 siloxane units; (b) a solvent for the silicone polymer which is a silicone copolyol, at a level such that the weight % of the silicone copolyol in its mixture with the quaternized silicone polymer is in the range of from about 1% to about 50%; (c) from about 0.001% to about 0.1% of a carbamate preservative; (d) an aqueous carrier.

Abstract: Methods and kits for protecting at least one keratinous fiber, including human keratinous fibers, comprising applying to the at least one keratinous fiber a composition comprising at least one silicone and at least one film forming polymer.

Abstract: An aqueous composition used for cosmetics, characterized in that the composition comprises 0.5 to 50 wt %, based on weight of the composition, of a copolymer having main chains comprising the repeating units represented by the following formula (1), the repeating units represented by the following formula (2), and the repeating units represented by the following formula (3), said main chains being crosslinked by a compound or oligomer having 2 to 6 (meth)acryl groups wherein R1 is a hydrogen atom or a hydrocarbon group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, R2 is a hydrocarbon group having 1 to 24 carbon atoms, R3 is a divalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R4 is an aliphatic hydrocarbon group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a phenyl group, X is a hydrogen atom, an alkaline metal ion, ammonium ion, or an organic ammonium ion, m is an integer of from 0 to 500 on average, and n is an integer of from 1 to 3.

Abstract: A method of treating hair comprising the step of applying to dry towel dried hair a hair care product comprising a non-surfactant esterified sugar which is non-crystalline at 20° C.

Abstract: Present invention relates to a single-phase, transparent, non-aerosol and non-aqueous leave-in conditioning composition for hair, especially for strongly damaged hair by chemical processes such as permanent shaping, oxidative colouration and bleaching. Accordingly, conditioning compositions of present invention comprise one or more cyclomethicone at a concentration of at least 50% by weight calculated to total composition, and at least one di alkyl carbonate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition including an active material having groups capable of covalent attachment to a substrate in the presence of an acid or a base, a photocatalyst capable of generating an acid or a base upon exposure to light, and a vehicle. The active is a silicone polymer and/or a silicone oligomer, having a molecular weight higher than 1,000 grams/mole, and at least one organic functional group. The compositions may also include surfactants, emulsifiers, oxidants, and other components. A method for treating a substrate is also disclosed. The compositions and methods described herein are useful in personal care product and consumer care product applications.

Abstract: Compositions, methods, and kits for caring for, treating, conditioning or durable conditioning of at least one keratinous fiber comprising at least one silicone compound comprising at least one phosphate group compound and at least one amine compound comprising greater than three amino groups, wherein the amino groups are identical or different.

Abstract: An olefin wax (A) is (i) a copolymer (A1) obtained by copolymerizing ethylene and at least one diene or a copolymer (A2) obtained by copolymerizing ethylene, at least one olefin selected from ?-olefins of 3 to 12 carbon atoms and at least one diene; wherein (ii) the content of unsaturated groups per one molecule is in the range of 0.5 to 3.0 groups; (iii) the density is in the range of 870 to 980 kg/m3; (iv) the melting point is in the range of 70 to 130° C.; (v) the number-average molecular weight is in the range of 400 to 5,000; and (vi) the ratio (Mw/Mn) of the weight-average molecular weight to the number-average molecular weight is not more than 4.0. A silicone-modified olefin wax can be obtained by reacting hydrogen silicone with the olefin wax (A). Cosmetics contain the silicone-modified olefin wax.

Abstract: Provided are a leave-on hair cosmetic composition, containing the following components (A), (B) and (C): (A) an organic dicarboxylic acid or salt thereof, (B) an organic solvent selected from aromatic alcohols, N-alkylpyrrolidones, alkylene carbonates, polypropylene glycols having a number average molecular weight of from 100 to 1000, lactones and cyclic ketones, and (C) an organopolysiloxane having an organopolysiloxane segment and a poly(N-acylalkyleneimine) segment having a recurring unit represented by the following formula (1): (wherein, R1: H, C1-22 alkyl, cycloalkyl, aralkyl or aryl, and n: 2 or 3), wherein the latter segment has been bonded to at least one silicon atom of the former segment via a hetero-atom-containing alkylene group; having the organopolysiloxane segment and the poly(N-acylalkyleneimine)segment at a weight ratio of from 98/2 to 40/60; and having a weight average molecular weight of from 50,000 to 500,000; and a hair treating method with the composition.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for preventing or reducing frizzy appearance of keratin fibers, including hair, and reducing the amount of fly-away strands of hair, particularly in humid conditions, by forming a coating on hair that is resistant to water vapors from the air or surrounding environment. The compositions comprise a combination of a hydrophobic particulate material comprising a hydrophobically surface-modified aluminum oxide and one or more hydrophobic film formers in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for preventing or reducing frizzy appearance of keratin fibers, including hair, and reducing the amount of fly-away strands of hair, particularly in humid conditions, by forming a coating on hair that is resistant to water vapors from the air or surrounding environment. The compositions comprise a combination of a hydrophobic particulate material comprising a hydrophobically surface-modified oxide and one or more hydrophobic film formers in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle.

Abstract: Agents for temporarily shaping keratin fibers having a very high degree of hold. These agents impart a feeling of providing flexible and conditioned hair while also being pleasant to the touch. Agents according to the invention contain, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, at least one copolymer A having at least one structural unit according to formula (I), and at least one further structural unit according to formula (II), wherein X+ is a physiologically acceptable cation, and further contains at least one further structural unit according to formula (III) and at least one silicone oil and/or silicone rubber.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for making and using compositions comprising an emulsion comprising at least one dimethicone, at least one linear hydrocarbon wax, and at least one compatibilizing agent. In one embodiment, the emulsions are capable of being molded into sticks.

Abstract: A controlled-release composition for topical application to a substrate includes an oil-in-water emulsion and an active agent incorporated into the oil-in-water emulsion. The oil-in-water emulsion is substantially free of lipophilic solvent and is formed by mechanical inversion of a water-in-oil emulsion. The water-in-oil emulsion includes a silicone component, a surfactant, and water. A method of delivering the active agent to the substrate provides the oil-in-water emulsion and incorporates the active agent into the oil-in-water emulsion for delivery of the active agent to the substrate upon application of the oil-in-water emulsion to the substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a controlled release carrier system that can be incorporated into rinse-off application products containing at least one surfactant such as heavy duty liquids (HDL), Rinse Cycle Fabric Softeners (RCFS), Shampoos, Hair Conditioners, Shower Gels, cleansing products, and that enhance deposition of lipophilic active materials like fragrance, fine perfumes, flavours and other volatile compounds onto a surface. The fragrance composition is encapsulated within a shell comprising a silicon-containing material and the shell has a mean diameter size which is lower than 30 micrometer. The surfactant composition containing the fragrance composition is washed off and the fragrance is progressively released.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising elastomeric polymers comprising chain segments being bound to each other via direct covalent bonds, and a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Use of said elastomeric polymers for providing elastic properties to a cosmetic composition. Use of said cosmetic compositions for providing long-lasting hold, high-setting properties, and elasticity to the hair style. Methods for preparing said cosmetic composition and for applying said cosmetic composition onto hair and/or skin.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for treating keratin fibers, comprising: at least one polyalkene-based supramolecular polymer, at least one block ethylenic copolymer, and at least one volatile solvent. Also disclosed is a process for treating keratin fibers comprising applying to the keratin fibers the composition for treating keratin fibers.

Abstract: There is provided herein, in one specific embodiment, silicone composition(s) comprising unique combination(s) of silicone polymer and alkyltrisiloxane(s) which can produce silicone composition(s) with lower solids content than silicone compositions that use other than alkyltrisiloxane(s); while still maintaining a desirable viscosity.

Abstract: The invention relates to a granulated personal care shampoo comprising a shampoo composition comprising at least one surfactant agglomerated with a water-soluble, water-dispersible or water-insoluble solid particulate carrier. Preferably, the shampoo composition additionally contains a conditioner preferably comprising an organopolysiloxane. The granulated shampoo of the invention can dissolve readily with formation of shampoo foam in hot or cold water, and can be perceived as soft in the dry state, free flowing state and providing a pleasant feel on the skin. The granulated shampoo can be packaged in various types of biodegradable packaging such as paper (environmentally more friendly than plastic sachets) to form a stable package which do not deteriorate on storage.

Abstract: A silicone fluid comprising a chromophore-substituted polyorganosiloxane having a formula (2): wherein x is an integer in the range of 60 to 2000; y is an integer in the range of 5 to 100; a ratio x:y is in a range of about 10:1 to about 20:1; and X is a photostabilizing chromophore.

Abstract: A cosmetic and personal care composition comprising a hydrophobically functionalised dendritic macromolecule.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of organomodified siloxane block copolymers as care active ingredient for the care of human or animal body parts.

Abstract: A hair styling method including: (A) increasing the number of intersections of hair fibers, thereby enhancing the volume of the hair; and (B) applying an aerosol hair cosmetic composition capable of forming a film having a film strength, as measured by a film strength evaluation method, of 800 gf/cm2 or greater.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of lightening and/or coloring human keratin fibers that employs: at least one substantially anhydrous or aqueous composition (A) comprising at least one fat free of carboxylic acid groups and at least one surfactant, at least one substantially anhydrous or aqueous composition (B) comprising at least one specific aminotrialkoxysilane or aminotrialkenyloxysilane compounds, and at least one aqueous composition (C) comprising at least one oxidizing agent. In addition, the present invention provides a three-compartment device appropriate for the implementation of this method.

Abstract: A method of chemically modifying the internal region of a hair shaft, comprising the steps of: providing and applying to hair a treatment composition comprising from 0.1% to 20% of an ethylenic monomer by weight of the total composition, an initiator and a dermatologically acceptable carrier; and exposing the hair to a relative humidity of at least 70%, within 1 h of applying the treatment composition, and said exposure lasting for 10 to 90 min. Said method provides improved performance, efficacy and/or efficiency.

Abstract: The present invention provides personal care compositions comprising a cosmetically acceptable, cationically modified ethylene acrylic acid polymer that has a net cationic charge at pH 6, and a least one cosmetically acceptable surfactant, emollient, or cosmetic active.

Abstract: A hydrophilized personal care formulation, which can be in the form of a hand or body soap (liquid or bar), lipstick, body wash, makeup remover, skin cleaner, hair conditioner, skin or hair moisturizer. The formulation employs an organophosphorus material or a mixture of an organophosphorus material, for example, mono-, di-, and polyol phosphate esters.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of lightening and/or coloring human keratin fibers comprising applying to the keratin fibers * at least one first composition comprising at least one fat, at least one nonionic surfactant, at least one specific aminotrialkoxy silane or aminotrialkenyloxy silane compound, and applying * at least one second composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent. It also provides a multiple-compartment device in which at least one compartment comprises the above-mentioned at least one first composition and at least one other compartment comprises the at least one oxidizing composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel sunscreens on the basis of polysiloxanes, to their preparation and to their use, especially in formulations for the protection against harmful effects of sunlight.

Abstract: Pre-shave compositions to lubricate skin during electric shaving that comprise at least one carboxy silicone polymer and a volatile component to serve as a carrier to the polymer. The pre-shave composition lubricates the skin to reduce skin friction between the electric razor and the skin surface, provides a closer shave, and provides improved feeling to the skin during and after shaving.

Abstract: To provide a highly storage-stable nonionic oil-in-water organosiloxane emulsion composition that substantially does not contain ionic surfactant and that on a long-term basis does not undergo separation of the emulsion composition. An oil-in-water organosiloxane emulsion composition that characteristically comprises (A) 100 weight parts of organosiloxane, (B) 0.5 to 35 weight parts of organic-modified organosiloxane, (C) 0.5 to 35 weight parts of nonionic surfactant, (D) 0.5 to 15 weight parts of water-soluble solvent, and (E) water, wherein the content of (F) ionic surfactant in the composition is less than 0.1 weight part per 100 weight parts component (A).

Abstract: Provided is a hair cosmetic composition containing (A) an amphipathic amide lipid, (B) a cationic surfactant or a tertiary amine type compound represented by the following formula (N): wherein, A represents a hydrogen atom or a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated amide, (N-hydrocarbon)carbamoyl, acyloxy or hydrocarbonoxy group each having 12 to 24 carbon atoms in total, B represents a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C1-22 hydrocarbon group, and Z1 and Z2 each represents a C1-4 alkyl group; or a salt of the compound, and (C) a silicone; and having a pH at 25° C. of from 1 to 4.5 when diluted with water to 20 times the weight of the composition.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions of (AB)n silicone polyether block copolymers, methods for preparing the dispersion compositions, and personal, household, and healthcare formulations containing the compositions are disclosed. The aqueous dispersions can be either vesicle or emulsion compositions depending on the (AB)n silicone polyether block copolymers structure and method of preparing the dispersion.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair conditioning composition comprising a silicone system comprising three types of silicones, and a gel matrix, wherein the silicone system comprising a first silicone having a high viscosity, a second silicone having a low viscosity, and a third silicone which is an aminosilicone, and wherein the composition is prepared by the steps of: the three types of silicones are mixed to form the silicone system; and the silicone system is mixed with the gel matrix. The composition of the present invention can provide improved conditioning benefits such as smooth feel and reduced friction.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel class of Dimer Alkyl Silicone Polymers (DASP) and their use to provide conditioning to skin and hair. By conditioning is meant a elegant smooth skin feel, eliminating dryness and raspiness. It is thought the mechanism of action is related to the fact that the DASP compounds reduce surface tension of personal care products, providing outstanding conditioning and skin feel. The improved conditioning composition based upon a very specific class of dimer alkyl silicone polymers (DASP) that despite their solubility in oil, lower surface tension and improve conditioning of personal care products.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for preparing an emulsion composition by forming a mixture of a silanol functional organopolysiloxane, a boron compound, an emulsifier, and then admixing water to the mixture to form an emulsion. The resulting emulsions are useful for providing benefits in personal care applications, particularly hair care compositions.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition containing at least one block copolymer having a hard segment and a soft segment, at least one tackifier component, at least one phenylated silicone, at least one solvent, and optionally, at least one colorant.

Abstract: The invention relates to a two part cosmetic composition for application to a biological surface to impart a swelling effect comprising a siloxane polymer with at least two hydroxy-functionalized terminal groups or hydroxy-functionalized side chains and/or a polyol with at least two hydroxyl groups, a hydrosiloxane with at least two Si-H units and a catalyst, wherein in one part of the composition the siloxan polymer and/or the polyol and the catalyst or the hydrosiloxane are contained and in the other part of the composition the hydrosiloxane or the catalyst are contained and wherein said catalyst catalyzes in-situ cross-linking of the siloxane polymer or polyol and the hydrosiloxane by dehydrogenative coupling to form a foamed elastomeric transfer resistant film after combination of the two parts.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of alkyl quaternium silicone compounds having both alkyl groups and fatty quaternary nitrogen groups attached in one molecule, and the intermediates formed during the production thereof, that are suitable for use in personal care and other applications. These compounds by virtue of their unique structure provide outstanding micro-emulsions and provide outstanding hair conditioning.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous conditioning serum. Despite the prior art there remains the need for improved serum conditioners. Accordingly, the present invention provides a visually clear aqueous conditioning serum for the hair comprising: 50 to 95% wt. water, 0.1 to 8% wt. silicone microemulsion, 5 to 15% wt. copolymer of ethylene glycol and propylene glycol according to one of the following formulae: HO(CH2CH2O)x(CH(CH3)CH2O)y(CH2CH2O)zH (I) HO(CH(CH3)CH2O)x(CHCH2O)y(CH2(CH3)CH2O)zH (II) with the mean value of y in the range from 10 to 60 and the values of x and z both in the range from 1 to 150, 0.5 to 1.5% wt. thickener. The composition according to the invention conditions the hair without depositing too much silicone. Accordingly, it reduces the risk of applying too much and leaving the hair feeling lank and greasy.

Abstract: A body cavity cleansing agent of the present invention is either poured into or applied to a navel cavity (N) or an ear hole and solidifies after a specified period of time, and the cleansing agent takes a form that can be removed from the navel cavity (N) or the ear hole together with dirt in the navel cavity (N) or the ear hole.

Abstract: A rinse-off type hair cosmetic composition containing the following ingredients: (A) from 1 to 10 wt % of a higher alcohol having from 12 to 28 carbon atoms, (B) a quaternary ammonium salt represented by the following formula (1) or a tertiary amine type compound represented by the following formula (2) or salt thereof, (C) from 15 to 70 wt % of a polyhydric alcohol, and (D) from 0.01 to 10 wt % of a dimethylpolysiloxane. The content ratio of the ingredient (A) to the ingredient (B) is from 1:1 to 10:1 in terms of molar ratio. As a method for preventing colored hair from fading, the hair cosmetic composition is used before or after shampooing the colored hair. The hair cosmetic composition can inhibit the bleeding of a colorant from colored hair upon shampooing, and is also excellent in the smoothness of the hair upon applying the composition and also upon rinsing it off.

Abstract: The invention provides a hair treatment composition such as a shampoo or conditioner suitable for topical application in style hair and in particular to lengthening the hair. The composition comprises an ?-hydroxy acid and/or its salt and a xanthine preferably having the following formula.

Abstract: A leave on hair care composition comprising a) a wax dispersion; and b) an aqueous oil emulsion wherein the oil phase is a liquid and comprises: i) one or more non-volatile oils, where the dynamic viscosity of any single non-volatile oil or the dynamic viscosity of a blend of non-volatile oils is less than 1000 mPa·s at 35° C. and 5 s-1; ii) an oil dispersible structurant such that the dynamic viscosity of the structured oil phase at 35° C. prior to formation of the emulsion is at least 50,000 mPa·s at a shear rate of 0.5 s-1 and is less than 6,000 mPa·s at a shear rate of 500 s-1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for making up and/or caring for keratin materials, in which a composition is applied to the keratin materials, and especially to the lips, this composition containing, in a physiologically acceptable medium: a) a siloxane resin comprising the following units: (i) (R13SiO1/2)a (ii) (R22SiO2/2)b (iii) (R3SiO3/2)c and (iv) (SiO4/2)d with R1, R2 and R3 independently representing an alkyl group containing from 1 to 8 carbon atoms, an aryl group, a carbinol group or an amino group, a being between 0.05 and 0.5, b being between 0 and 0.3, c being greater than 0, d being between 0.05 and 0.6, a+b+c+d=1, on condition that more than 40 mol % of the groups R3 of the siloxane resin are propyl groups, and b) at least one non-volatile oil with a viscosity at 25° C. of less than or equal to 30 000 cPs.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of vinyl ether based silicone polymers and their use in personal care applications. They are prepared by the hydrosilylation reaction of a vinyl ether and a silanic hydrogen compound. The compounds find use in personal care applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of the formula (I) or (II), to compositions which comprise such compounds, to corresponding processes for the preparation of the compounds or the compositions comprising same, and to the use thereof as light-protection filters.

Abstract: A combination of for surface treating powder is disclosed. The combination comprises a mixture of an organopolysiloxane (I) and organopolysiloxane (II), a mixture of an organopolysiloxane (I) and acryl/silicone copolymer (III) or a mixture of an organopolysiloxane (I), organopolysiloxane (II) and acryl/silicone copolymer (III) as defined herein. The organopolysiloxane (I) is represented by the following formula (1) R1a(OR2)bSiO(4-a-b)/2 with the subscripts “a” and “b” and groups R1 and R2 defined herein. The organopolysiloxane (II) is represented by the formula R3cR4dR5eSiO(4-c-d-e)/2 with the subscripts “c”, “d” and “e” defined and groups R3 and R4 defined herein, and group R5 being a silicone compound residue of the formula as defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a care, and/or treatment, and/or make-up cosmetic composition for keratin materials, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, an efficient amount of at least one linear, branched or cyclic polymer, or dendrimer, comprising: a -POL- polymeric backbone comprising at least two repeating patterns, and at least two binding groups (A), attached on the polymeric backbone and adapted to create H links with one ore more partner binding groups, of an identical or different chemical nature, each coupling of two binding groups involving at least three H links.