Abstract: A leave-on type hair cosmetic composition having the following two layers A and B: Layer A of an oil layer containing the following component (a) in an amount of 0.5-40% by mass in the hair cosmetic composition, (a) a highly polymerized silicone selected from dimethicone and dimethiconol and having a number average degree of polymerization of 1,000-20,000; and Layer B of a water layer containing the following components (b) and (c), (b) a water-soluble polymeric thickening agent, and (c) water.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for shaping hair fibers comprising: applying to the hair fibers at least one reducing composition comprising at least one reducing agent and at least one cationic polymer, wherein the weight ratio of the at least one reducing agent to the at least one cationic polymer ranges from 0.1:1 to 10:1; rinsing the hair fibers; applying at least one care composition comprising at least one aminated silicone; optionally rinsing the hair fibers; and heating the hair fibers with a heating device at a temperature ranging from 50 to 280° C., the heating being carried out before or after an optional rinsing of the hair fibers.

Abstract: Disclosed is a substantive emulsion and methods for its use comprising 40 to 45% by weight of water, 25 to 30% by weight of a combination of octocrylene, avobenzone, octisalate, homosalate, and oxybenzone, and 3 to 5% by weight of a combination of VP eicosene copolymer, acrylates/C12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, trimethylsiloxysilicate, and acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, wherein the emulsion has a sun protection factor of at least 50, and wherein the emulsion is very water resistant.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for imparting water repellency to the hair. The compositions generally comprise a first hydrophobic particulate material having a coefficient of dynamic friction of 0.5 or greater in combination with a second hydrophobic particulate material having a coefficient of dynamic friction less than 0.5.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for imparting water repellency to the hair. The compositions generally comprise a first hydrophobic particulate material having a coefficient of dynamic friction of 0.5 or greater in combination with a second hydrophobic particulate material having a coefficient of dynamic friction less than 0.5.

Abstract: Keratinous fiber treatment formulations and methods of providing a long lasting set in keratinous fibers such as hair by applying a polymer system to the hair which provides a stable set to the hair which will last at least until the hair is thoroughly washed. The set is made more permanent by incorporating a reducing agent such as L-cysteine into the polymer system and allowing the system to air oxidize over time or optionally applying a second chemical oxidizing system to the treated hair which will accelerate the oxidation process and the setting rate of the hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are cosmetic compositions comprising at least one film-forming polymer, at least one silicone elastomer blend, and at least one wax. Also disclosed herein are methods for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate comprising applying said composition to the keratinous substrate.

Abstract: There is provided herein a functionalized ionic silicone composition comprising a silicone of the formula (I): M1aM2bM3cD1dD2eD3fT1gT2hT3iQj??(I) which contains a monovalent radical bearing ion-pairs and having the formula (II): -A-Ix?Mny+; where A is a spacing group having at least 2 spacing atoms selected from a divalent hydrocarbon or hydrocarbonoxy group, where I is an ionic group such as sulfonate —SO3?, carboxylate —COO?, phosphonate —PO32? group and phosphate —OPO32?, where M is hydrogen or a cation independently selected from alkali metals, alkali earth metals, transition metals, metals, quaternary ammonium and phosphonium groups; or, zwitterions having the formula (III): —R?—NR?2+—R??—I??(III) where I is defined as above, and where the subscript a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j are zero or positive subject to the following limitations: 2?a+b+c+d+e+f+g+h+i+j?6000, b+e+h>0 and c+f+i>0.

Abstract: Composition for topical application in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion containing an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, and a hydrophilic polymer, the composition further containing (1) at least one elastomeric organopolysiloxane and (2) at least one lipophilic compound chosen from lipophilic amino acid compounds and lipophilic salicylic acid compounds. Uses thereof, including topical application to the skin, lips, hair, etc. Stabilization of certain emulsions using a lipophilic compound.

Abstract: Hair care and styling compositions that can provide shine, frizz control and temporary styling benefits. More specifically, it relates to hair treatment compositions that comprise of viscoelastic particles in an aqueous carrier or a mixture of water with organic or silicone carrier.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a hair cosmetic achieving a hair-setting property without causing flaking and further having an excellent hair-rearranging property and non-stickiness. The hair cosmetic of the present invention includes the following components (A) to (D): (A) a (meth)acrylic silicone-based graft copolymer; (B) at least one film-forming polymer selected from nonionic, amphoteric, and cationic polymers; (C) a monohydric lower alcohol; and (D) at least one selected from polyalkylene glycols and sugar alcohols, wherein the component (A) and the component (B) preferably have a content ratio (A):(B) within a mass ratio range of 1:10 to 2:1; and the hair cosmetic preferably has a viscosity at 25° C. of 1000 mPa·s or less.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions which contain at least one conditioning agent selected from synthetic oils, mineral oils, plant oils, fluorinated or perfluorinated oils, natural or synthetic waxes, compounds of the ceramide type, carboxylic acid esters, silicones differing from the silicones of formulae (I), anionic polymers, nonionic polymers, cationic polymers, amphoteric polymers, cationic proteins, cationic protein hydrolysates, cationic interfacially active substances and mixtures thereof and at least one hydroxy-terminated organopolysiloxane of formula (I). The cosmetic compositions improve numerous properties of the body surfaces, in particular hair, treated therewith and, in addition to improved combability and improved handle, in particular lead to a reduction in the contact angle of the hair.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions include at least one thickener selected from associative thickeners; crosslinked homopolymers of acrylic acid; crosslinked copolymers of (meth)acrylic acid and alkyl(C1-6) acrylate; nonionic homopolymers and copolymers including monomers with ethylenically unsaturated bonds of the ester and/or amide type; homopolymers of ammonium acrylate or copolymers of ammonium acrylate and acrylamide; fatty acid amides and the mixtures thereof with at least one hydroxy-terminated organopolysiloxane of formula (I) as described herein.

Abstract: An organopolysiloxane emulsion composition produced by the emulsion polymerization of an emulsion that comprises (A) an organopolysiloxane containing a silanol group or an organooxy group, (B) a nonionic surfactant represented by formula (2): R2O(EO)a(PO)bR3 (wherein R2 represents an alkyl group or R4(CO)—; R4 represents an alkyl group; R3 represents an alkyl group or R5(CO)—; R5 represents an alkyl group; EO represents an ethylene oxide group; PO represents an alkylene oxide group; and a and b independently represent 0 to 100, wherein a+b >0 and the sequence of EO and PO may be random or in the form of a block) and (C) a surfactant other than the component (B), and may additionally comprise (D) a polymerization catalyst and (E) water if required. According to the present invention, it becomes possible to produce an extremely stable organopolysiloxane emulsion composition without inhibiting polymerization during the emulsion polymerization of an organopolysiloxane having condensation reactivity.

Abstract: Agents for cosmetically treating keratin-containing fibers, in particular human hair, contain in a cosmetically acceptable carrier (i) at least one ester of formula (I), where R1 stands for a linear or branched (C2-C30) alkyl group, a linear or branched (C8-C30) alkenyl group, a (C2-C30) alkylpoly(oxyethylene) group, an optionally substituted aryl group, an optionally substituted aryl(C1-C4)alkyl group or a (C2-C6) hydroxyalkyl group, and R2 stands for an optionally substituted aryl group, a linear or branched (C8-C30) alkyl group, a linear or branched (C8-C30) alkenyl group, an optionally substituted aryl (C1-C4) alkyl group, an optionally substituted aryl (C2-C4) alkenyl group or a (C2-6) hydroxyalkyl group, and (ii) at least one oil selected from at least one compound of the group comprising silicones and paraffin oil, which are particularly suited in the form of a spray mist for giving shine to keratin-containing fibers, in particular human hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein a cosmetic composition for treating keratin fibers, for instance, human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one cationic poly(vinyllactam) polymer, at least one fatty alcohol, and at least one polyol with a molecular weight of greater than 80.

Abstract: A process for reducing hair damage upon treatment of hair by heat comprising the steps of providing a hair care composition comprising a heat-stable silicone material, applying said composition onto hair, providing a heat generating hair care appliance, and treating hair using said appliance; use and kit thereof.

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: The invention relates to siloxane polymer comprising a central polysiloxane polymer block B with organofunctional radicals, which are terminal or bonded laterally on the polymer block, comprising IPDI and amino acid derivatives which are covalently bonded via a hydrophobic or hydrophilic linker group Q1?, Q2?, and to compositions comprising these siloxanes. Furthermore, processes for their preparation and their use are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to siloxane polymers comprising a central polysiloxane polymer block B with organofunctional radicals bonded terminally or laterally to the polymer block and based on IPDI and UV/Vis chromophores or derivatives, in particular UV chromophores, which are covalently bonded via a hydrophobic or hydrophilic linker group Q1?, Q2?, and compositions comprising these siloxanes. Also disclosed are processes for their preparation and their use.

Abstract: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions including anhydrous compositions which include dimethicone crosspolymer and/or dimethicone elastomer gum and one or more skin care products which may include retinoic acid, retinoic acid derivatives, retinal, retinol and/or retinyl esters.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition in the form of a water-in-oil emulsion comprising at least two different emulsifying silicone elastomers, the emulsifying elastomers being present in an amount of at least 3% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. The disclosure also relates to the use of such a composition to obtain makeup that is comfortable and/or that has no tacky feel and/or that spreads easily.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel (meth)acrylic silicone-based graft copolymer that is preferably used for cosmetics and the like. The (meth)acrylic silicone-based graft copolymer of the present invention is a copolymer obtained by reacting the following radically polymerizable monomers (a) to (d): (a) a compound represented by the following general formula (I); (b) at least one selected from a compound represented by the following general formula (II) and a compound represented by the following formula (III); (c) a compound represented by the following general formula (IV); and (d) a compound represented by the following general formula (V), wherein the copolymer is dissolved at a level of 50 mass % or more in 99.5% ethanol at 25° C.

Abstract: A shampoo composition with improved in use hair feel, comprising associative thickeners and liquid crystals formed from anionic surfactants and polyDADMAC and wherein the liquid crystals have a particle size greater than about 1 micrometer.

Abstract: Provided is a compound capable of gelling various aqueous compositions containing salt, acid and the like. An amphoteric ion-type basic amino acid derivative represented by the formula (1A): wherein each substituent is as defined in DESCRIPTION, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Powdery compositions contain at least one particulate and amorphous metal oxide, with the proviso that at least one cosmetic active ingredient is present in said metal oxide in absorbed form, said active ingredient being selected from waxy esters, strengthening polymers, film-forming polymers, oxidation dye precursors, anionic surfactants, keratin-reducing compounds or mixtures thereof. Said powdery compositions are highly suitable for temporarily shaping keratin-containing fibers, especially human hair. Hair treated with said powders can be strengthened and retains its natural gloss.

Abstract: A water in oil emulsion lip treatment composition comprising at least one non-polar silicone oil, at least one non-polar organic oil, at least one amphiphilic organic emollient oil, at least one water in oil surfactant; and at least one oil in water surfactant.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic preparation containing (a) esters of fatty acids having 6 to 12 carbon atoms with pentaerythritol and (b) silicones.

Abstract: A consumer product comprises silane-modified oil comprising a hydrocarbon chain selected from the group consisting of: a saturated oil, an unsaturated oil, and mixtures thereof; and at least one hydrolysable silyl group covalently bonded to the hydrocarbon chain. The consumer product further comprises a particulate benefit agent.

Abstract: A consumer product comprises silane-modified oil comprising a hydrocarbon chain selected from the group consisting of: a saturated oil, an unsaturated oil, and mixtures thereof; and at least one hydrolysable silyl group covalently bonded to the hydrocarbon chain. The consumer product further comprises a preservative.

Abstract: A consumer product comprises silane-modified oil comprising a hydrocarbon chain selected from the group consisting of: a saturated oil, an unsaturated oil, and mixtures thereof; and at least one hydrolysable silyl group covalently bonded to the hydrocarbon chain. The consumer product further comprises a perfume.

Abstract: A consumer product comprises silane-modified oil comprising a hydrocarbon chain selected from the group consisting of: a saturated oil, an unsaturated oil, and mixtures thereof; and at least one hydrolysable silyl group covalently bonded to the hydrocarbon chain. The consumer product further comprises a hydroxyl functional organic species and is substantially free of silica particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite pigment comprising a substrate, said substrate being at least in part covered by at least one layer comprising at least one solid organic UV filter. The composite pigment can be prepared by a method comprising a step of subjecting a substrate, at least one solid organic UV filter, and optionally at least one solid inorganic UV filter, at least one additional UV filter and/or at least one coloring pigment, to a mechanochemical fusion process such as a hybridizer process. The composite pigment can be advantageously used as a component for a cosmetic composition.

Abstract: A cosmetic product comprising a polymer having recurring units of formula (1): wherein R1 is independently an alkyl group or a fluorinated alkyl group having 1 to 12 carbon atoms, R2 is methyl group or hydrogen atom, R3 is a divalent saturated hydrocarbon group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, letter a is an integer of 1 to 3, and X is a monovalent group represented by formula (i): wherein R4 is independently an alkyl group or a fluorinated alkyl group having 1 to 12 carbon atoms and letter b is an integer of 1 to 5.

Abstract: A process for preparing emulsions of silicone gums is disclosed based on using an ethylene oxide/propylene oxide block copolymer as the emulsifier. The emulsions produced by the present process are useful as coatings additives for both water-based and oil-based coatings to obtain improved slip and anti-mar properties. The emulsions may also be used in the manufacture of tires as band ply lubricants. They may also be used in personal care applications.

Abstract: A personal care composition comprising at least one saccharide-siloxane copolymer having a saccharide component and an organosiloxane component and linked by a linking group, wherein the saccharide-siloxane copolymer has a specified formula, is provided. The personal care composition is adapted to provide at least one benefit to the at least one portion of the body to which it is applied. Emulsions, methods for preparing emulsions comprising saccharide-siloxane copolymers, and personal care products comprising the personal care compositions and emulsions are also provided.

Abstract: A hair styling method, including the steps of: applying a hair cosmetic composition containing a component (A) to the hair: Component (A): an organopolysiloxane wherein at least two silicon atoms in organopolysiloxane segments which constitute the main chain of the organopolysiloxane (a) are bound to poly(N-acylalkyleneimine) segments (b) consisting of repeating units represented by the following general formula (1): via respective alkylene groups each containing a hetero atom, wherein the number-average molecular weight of the poly(N-acylalkyleneimine) segments is from 1,200 to 5,500, wherein the mass ratio of the component (a) to the component (b) [i.e.

Abstract: Present invention is related to conditioning composition for hair especially suited for leave-in application in water-in-oil (W/O) emulsion form. The object of the present invention is water in oil emulsion composition for hair comprising at least one oil, at least one silicone surfactant. at least one alkoxylated and hydroxylated amino silicone and water.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising ascorbic acid or a derivative thereof, a silicone containing compound, and an essential oil, wherein at least 50% of the initial amount of the ascorbic acid in the composition remains stable when the composition is stored for at least 1 month at room temperature. The composition can be non-aqueous.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions including anhydrous compositions which include a dimethicone crosspolymer and/or dimethicone elastomer gum and one or more skin care products which may include retinoic acid, retinoic acid derivatives, retinal, retinol and/or retinyl esters, and methods of making, storing, and using such compositions.

Abstract: A novel saccharide siloxane copolymer has improved stability in the presence of water as compared to certain previously known saccharide siloxanes. The saccharide siloxane copolymer is useful in personal care compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel cosmetic compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: (i)—at least one cationic polymer produced by polymerization of a monomer mixture comprising: a) at least one vinyl monomer substituted with at least one amino group, b) at least one hydrophobic nonionic vinyl monomer, and c) at least one associative vinyl monomer, and e) at least one hydroxylated nonionic vinyl monomer, and (ii)—at least one amino silicone chosen from a) amino silicones comprising at least one primary amine function of formula (VI): wherein R, R?, and R?, which may be identical or different, are chosen from C1-C4 alkyl radicals, C1-C4 alkoxy radicals, and OH; A and B are independently chosen from linear and branched C2-C8 alkylene radicals, with the proviso that R and R? are not simultaneously hydroxyl groups, A is chosen from C3-C6 alkylene radicals; B is chosen from C2-C4 alkylene radicals; and m and n are integers that depend on the molecular weight and whose s

Abstract: An aqueous and/or aqueous alcoholic leave-in composition to reduce the time to dry wet hair containing (a) at least one wetting agent having a Draves wetting value of 100 seconds of less selected in an amount sufficient to enhance the hydrophobicity of hair thereby causing water to dewet the hair, and optionally (b) at least one volatile selected from the group consisting of alcohols, dimethicone, trimethicone, and cyclomethicone and a method of shortening the time to dry wet hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are cosmetic compositions comprising at least one hydrocarbon film-forming polymer, at least one silicone film-forming polymer, at least one microcrystalline wax, present in an amount ranging from about 4% to less than or equal to 8% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, and at least one volatile solvent. Also disclosed herein are methods for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of keratinous fibers comprising applying said compositions to the keratinous fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to organomodified additives, emulsifiers, dispersants and/or active nourishing ingredients present in the silicon part of branched siloxane block copolymers, to the use thereof, in particular for producing cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical formulations as well as care and cleansing products, and to the preparations as such. Specifically the invention relates to branched polysiloxanes having trifunctional T units as well as polyether groups, alkyl radicals of more than 7 carbon atoms or multi-hydroxy functional radicals.

Abstract: An agent for treating keratin-comprising fibers, in particular human hair, which includes in a cosmetic carrier at least one cyclic siloxane, at least one C8 to C30 alkyl PEG/PPG dimethicone, and at least one cationic protein hydrolysate.

Abstract: A process for forming a personal care article, the process including (a) producing an extrudate from a twin screw extruder, and (b) forming the extrudate into the personal care article. The personal care article includes (i) from about 10% to about 60% of one or more anionic surfactants, wherein the one or more anionic surfactants have a Krafft point of less than 30° C.; (ii) from about 10% to about 50% of one or more water soluble polymers; (iii) from about 1% to about 30% of one or more plasticizers; and (iv) from about 10% to about 50% water.

Abstract: A hair-treatment agent includes an active-ingredient complex including polyquaternium-71 and at least one cationic silicone having at least three terminal amino-functional groups as essential constituents.

Abstract: Provided is a personal care article including one or more extruded dissolvable fibers. The extruded dissolvable fibers include (a) from about 10% to about 60% of one or more anionic surfactants; (b) from about 10% to about 50% of one or more water soluble polymers; (c) from about 1% to about 30% of one or more plasticizers; and (d) from about 0.01% to about 30% water. The one or more anionic surfactants have a Krafft point of less than about 30° C. The one or more extruded dissolvable fibers has an average diameter of from about 20 microns to about 1,000 microns. The personal care article has a dry density of from about 0.02 g/cm3 to about 0.30 g/cm3.