Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel detergent and conditioning compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one sulfate or sulfonate anionic surfactant; at least one carboxylic anionic surfactant chosen from polyoxyalkylenated (C6-C24)alkyl ether carboxylic acids, polyoxyalkylenated (C6-C24)alkylaryl ether carboxylic acids and salts thereof, polyoxyalkylenated and (C6-C24)alkylamido ether carboxylic acids and salts thereof; at least one amphoteric and/or zwitterionic surfactant; and at least one water-insoluble carboxylic acid ester chosen from: 1) esters of a C3-C30 carboxylic acid and of a C1-C30 alcohol, with at least the acid or the alcohol being branched, and 2) esters of a C7-C30 aromatic acid whose carboxylic functional group is directly attached to the aromatic ring and of a C1-C30 alcohol; wherein the at least one water-insoluble carboxylic acid ester is present in an amount ranging from 0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to precipitation polymers which comprise, in copolymerized form, 80 to 99.9% by weight of at least one nonionic water-soluble monomer a) and 0.1 to 20% by weight of a monomer b) carrying amide or urea groups. The invention further relates to the use of these polymers as rheology modifiers for in particular aqueous compositions and as rheology-modifying setting agents in hair cosmetics. The invention further relates to aqueous compositions comprising these polymers.

Abstract: Agents for treating fibers containing keratin containing in a cosmetically acceptable carrier (a) at least one cross-linked, amphiphilic, anionic polymer, comprising at least one structural unit of formula (I) and at least one structural unit of formula (II); and (b) at least one non-cross-linked, amphiphilic, anionic polymer, comprising at least one structural unit of the formula (III) and at least one structural unit of the formula (IV), said agents being suitable for temporarily deforming hair and for conditioning hair, in particular in the form of a hair cream or a hair gel.

Abstract: Products for treating keratin-containing fibers containing, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, (i) 1.0% by weight to 2.8% by weight of at least one copolymer (a) having at least one structural unit of formula (I) and at least one structural unit of formula (II) and at least one structural unit of formula (III), wherein R1 is hydrogen or a methyl group, X1 is oxygen or an NH group, and R2 and R3 independently represent a (C1 to C4) alkyl group, and (ii) 0.4% by weight to 1.4% by weight of at least one copolymer (b) having at least one structural unit of formula (I) and at least one structural unit of formula (II) and at least one structural unit of formula (IV), wherein R4 is hydrogen or a methyl group, X2 is oxygen or an NH group, and R5 and R6 independently represent a (C1 to C4) alkyl group.

Abstract: Volumizing compositions, including shampoos, which provide volume, body, fullness, movement and/or stylability benefits to the hair are disclosed. The compositions contain a waxy material selected from natural waxes of animal or plant origin, alkyl-modified dimethicones, copolymers of vinyl pyrrolidone and long chain alpha-olefins, synthetic wax/highly branched polyalpha olefin polymers and mixtures thereof. The compositions are substantially free of materials which form an oily coating on the hair, such as dimethicone gums, oils, triglycerides, petrolatums, unsaturated fatty acids, oils, C18-C28 mono-long chain alkyl quaternary ammonium materials, and combinations of those materials. Shampoo compositions and the method of providing volume to the hair, utilizing the defined waxy materials, are also disclosed.

Abstract: Composition containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, two or more volatile linear alkanes, and one or more nonprotein cationic polymers, with a volatile linear alkanes/polymer(s) ratio by weight of greater than or equal to 1.2. Use in the treatment of keratinous substances, preferably keratinous fibres, such as the hair.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to bimodal polymer compositions and personal care fixatives containing bimodal polymer compositions. The present invention includes a bimodal polymer composition having a first polymer with anionic character and a second polymer with cationic character and wherein the polymers form an interpenetrating polymer network. In one embodiment, the present invention also includes personal care fixatives (e.g., health care, hygiene or cosmetic compositions) containing the bimodal polymer composition. The present invention also includes methods for forming bimodal polymer compositions.

Abstract: A subject-matter of the invention is a cosmetic method for making up or for the nontherapeutic care of keratinous substances chosen from the nails, skin, lips or eyelashes, the method consisting in: a. depositing on the said keratinous substances at least one layer of at least one first composition comprising at least one first noncrosslinked polyrotaxane and at least one second noncrosslinked polyrotaxane, b. subjecting the said composition, simultaneously with or subsequent to its application, to at least one chemical, physicochemical and/or mechanical stimulus.

Abstract: Hair treatment agent having advantageous properties containing, based on weight of the agent, 0.00001 to ?0.05% by weight of at least one oligopeptide having at least one amino acid sequence Glu-Glu-Glu (formula (A)), wherein the amino group may be present in a free or protonated manner, and the carboxy groups may be present in a free or deprotonated manner.

Abstract: Warming personal lubricant compositions, condom products including such compositions and methods of making such condom products are disclosed. The present warming lubricant compositions include at least about 50% by weight of a polyalkylene glycol component, preferably including at least two portions of different molecular weights, and an effective amount of a viscosity inducing component.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair care composition which includes a volatile hydrocarbon-containing component; a non-volatile hydrocarbon-containing component; and an oil-soluble polymer component. The present invention also relates to a method for forming a hydrophobic barrier on hair to render the hair substantially resistant to moisture absorption which includes treating wet or damp hair with the hair care composition and applying heat to the treated hair. The hair care composition and method of the present invention is effective to reduce hair frizz and maintain a desired hair conformation.

Abstract: A hair treatment composition comprising a silicone pressure sensitive adhesive emulsion in which the emulsion comprises a disperse organic solvent phase in a continuous water phase.

Abstract: Preshave compositions and methods of using such compositions are disclosed. The present preshave compositions include at least about 50% by weight of a polyalkylene glycol component, preferably including at least two portions of different molecular weights, and an additional component in an amount effective to benefit the area of the body to be shaved. The present compositions are advantageously substantially clear and are substantially anhydrous and generate heat when contacted with water.

Abstract: Cosmetic hair treatment compositions comprising thiolated polymers having in the range of from about 5% to about 50% reactive thiol groups are provided. Also provided is a method for extending the color retention of color-treated hair.

Abstract: A pulverulent composition comprising 50 to 95% by weight of an aqueous solvent, hydrophobicized silicon dioxide powder and at least one film-forming and/or setting polymer for the temporary shaping of keratin fibers and a corresponding pulverulent styling composition. Upon mechanical stress, the powder releases the solvent and the film-forming and/or setting polymer so that the desired shaping or setting of, for example, a mechanically produced shape of the treated fibers is achieved.

Abstract: The present invention is related to an aqueous cleansing composition for keratin fibres, especially human hair, comprising at least one amino acid surfactant, and a cationic polymer. Accordingly, the object of the present invention is an aqueous cleansing composition comprising at least one amino acid surfactant of structure (I) wherein R1 is a saturated or unsaturated, straight or branched alkyl chain with 7 to 17 C atoms, R2 is H or a methyl, R3 is H, COO?M+, CH2COO?M or COOH, n is 0 to 2, X is COO? or SO3? and M is independent from each other H, sodium or potassium, and a cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl dially ammonium chloride.

Abstract: The present invention is related to an aqueous composition comprising an alkalizing agent and a cationic polymer. The inventors of the present invention have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one alkalizing agent and a cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl dially ammonium chloride colours and/or permanently shapes hair excellently and improves hair shine, combability and manageability and especially hair treated with such composition has less flyaway. Additionally it has been observed that hair coloured and/or permanently shaped more homogeneously from root to tips. The object of the present invention is a composition for hair comprising at least one alkalizing agent and a cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl dially ammonium chloride. Cationic charge density of the polymer is preferably between 3 and 4 mEq/g and particularly 3.

Abstract: A personal care composition suitable for use as a non-aerosol shave composition comprising an anti-irritation agent; a lathering surfactant; a carrier comprising water; and optional adjunct ingredients such as lubricants.

Abstract: A method of treating hair comprising applying a hair building solid agent for use on or with one or more of hair, skin and hair building solids for altering and/or maintaining the electrostatic charge of the hair and/or skin such that it has a substantially negative polarity. The method further comprises applying hair building solids to hair before and/or during and/or after applying the hair building solid agent. The hair building solid agent is applied as a spray on to the hair and/or skin and/or hair building solid.

Abstract: A two phase composition conditions and improves curl retention of permanently shaped and/or natural curly hair. The composition has 5 to 50%, by weight calculated to total composition, oil phase and 50 to 95%, by weight calculated to total composition, an aqueous phase wherein oil phase has at least one volatile oil at a concentration of 70 to 100%, by weight, calculated to the content of oil phase, and aqueous phase has 0.1 to 20% by weight calculated to the content of aqueous phase at least one fixing polymer, 10 to 40% by weight calculate to the content of aqueous phase at least one water miscible organic solvent and 0.05 to 2% by weight calculated to the content of the aqueous phase at least one cationic surfactant.

Abstract: Provided is method of strengthening keratinous fibers that includes contacting the fibers with a composition that includes a poly(vinylamine-vinylformamide) copolymer and a carrier, wherein the treated fibers exhibit an improvement in strength. Also provided are methods for improving strength of fibers that have been damaged, e.g., as a result of having been subjected to chemical and/or thermal treatment processes that diminish fiber strength, by contacting the fibers with the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair care compositions, especially those hair care compositions in the form of a hair care article that is a porous dissolvable solid substrate. The porous dissolvable solid substrate has a surface resident coating comprising the cationic surfactant conditioner active that can provide a conditioning benefit.

Abstract: The present invention provides a gelled water-in-oil microemulsion for hair treatment comprising: (a) an oil phase comprising: (i) a first oily component which is one or more glyceride fatty esters, and (ii) a second oily component which is one or more hydrocarbon oils of average carbon chain length less than 20 carbon atoms; (b) a hydrophilic phase comprising: (i) water, (ii) a nonionic emulsifier which is an ethoxylated alcohol having an HLB of at least 6, and (iii) preferably, a hair styling agent or hair conditioning agent, and (c) a gelling agent.

Abstract: A leave-on hair cosmetic composition, which contains the following components (A), (B) and (C): (A) an organic C2-8 dicarboxylic acid or salt thereof selected from the group consisting of malonic acid, succinic acid, malic acid, or salts thereof, (B) at least one or more of an organic solvent selected from the group consisting of aromatic alcohols, wherein the organic solvent has a ClogP of from ?2 to 3, and (C) an edetic acid or a salt thereof, wherein the cosmetic composition has a pH of from 2 to 5 at 25° C. when diluted to 20 times the weight with water. The present invention also relates to a hair quality improving method which includes treating the hair with the hair cosmetic composition. The hair cosmetic composition of the present invention can provide benefits such as luster, manageability, pliability and elasticity to the hair which is apt to be dry, having lost water therefrom owing to damage by coloring, permanent waving, or repetitive excessive blow drying.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and their use for conditioning keratin fibres, in particular the hair. The composition contains in a cosmetically acceptable medium, one or more volatile linear alkanes, and one or more nonionic associative polymers.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition for washing and conditioning keratin fibers, including human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: (i) at least one organosilicon compound chosen from silanes comprising one silicon atom and siloxanes comprising two or three silicon atoms, the organosilicon compounds also comprising at least one basic chemical functional group and at least one group chosen from hydroxyl and hydrolyzable groups per molecule; (ii) at least one anionic surfactant; and (iii) at least one cationic polymer.

Abstract: Agent for treating fibres containing keratin, in particular human hair, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (a) at least one amphiphilic, cationic polymer having at least one structural unit of formulae (I) to (IV), wherein R1 and R4 independently represent a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, X1 and X2 independently represent an oxygen atom or an NH group, A1 and A2 independently represent an ethane-1,2-diyl, propane-1,3-diyl or butane-1,4-diyl group, R2, R3, R5 and R6 independently represent a (C1 to C4)-alkyl group, R7 represents a (C8 to C30)-alkyl group and; (b) at least one film-forming and/or stabilizing polymer having a structural unit chosen from structural units of formulae (M1) to (M3) wherein R? represents a hydrogen atom or a (C2 to C18)-acyl group. The invention also relates to use of agents for temporarily styling hair and for haircare, particularly as an aerosol hairspray or aerosol hair mousse.

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: Product for treating keratin-containing fibers, especially human hair, containing, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier: (a) at least one amphiphilic, cationic polymer having at least one structural unit according to Formulae (I), (II) (III) and (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, R7 is a (C8-C30)-alkyl group, and (b) at least one polyol. The invention also relates to use of the product for temporary hair styling and for hair care, especially in the form of a hair cream or a hair gel.

Abstract: Agent for treating fibers containing keratin, in particular human hair, having in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, (a) at least one amphiphilic, cationic polymer comprising at least one structural unit of formulae (I) to (IV), wherein R1 and R4 are independently hydrogen or a methyl group; X1 and X2 are independently oxygen or a NH group; A1 and A2 are independently ethane-1,2-diyl, propane-1,3-diyl or butane-1,4-diyl; R2, R3, R5 and R6 are independently a (C1 to C4)-alkyl group; R7 is a (C8 to C30)-alkyl group; (b) at least one other film-forming cationic and/or stabilizing cationic polymer; and (c) at least one film-forming non-ionic and/or stabilizing non-ionic polymer. The invention also relates to the use of the agent for temporarily styling hair and for haircare, particularly as an aerosol hairspray or aerosol mousse.

Abstract: Use of an aqueous solution of a cationic copolymer in a personal care composition, characterized in that the cationic copolymer is formed from a cationic monomer and a nonionic monomer, wherein said cationic copolymer has an average molecular weight in the range 30,000 to 300,000 and the aqueous solution has a concentration of 20 to 50% by weight and a viscosity of less than 10,000 cP at 25° C. The invention also comprises cosmetic compositions obtained from the aqueous solution of the cationic copolymer.

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: 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: The invention relates to high foaming composition comprising a surfactant, and an agent enhancing foaming properties. The agent is a random copolymer comprising cationic units.

Abstract: Provided is a hair-styling composition, which preferably includes a poly(vinylamine-vinylformamide) copolymer, a polyvinylpyrrolidone, and water, wherein the composition when applied to human hair, exhibits at least about 50% curl retention after about 2 hours under conditions of about 90% relative humidity and about 75° F. Also provided are methods for styling mammalian hair and controlling frizz with the composition of the present invention, and a personal care product that includes the composition of the present invention.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition where a linear, block ethylenic copolymer is dissolved in a physiologically acceptable medium, wherein the linear, block ethylenic copolymer improves the hold of hair lacquer, increases the adhesion of a nail varnish and improves the hold and adhesion of makeup.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition of a linear, block ethylenic copolymer dissolved in a physiologically acceptable medium where the linear, block ethylenic copolymer includes at least two blocks having different glass transition temperatures, Tg; and one of the blocks is a copolymer of different monomers chosen from acrylates and/or methacrylates.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel polymer that can impart a moisturized feeling to the hair and skin after use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one diblock copolymer, as well as to the use of the said diblock copolymer as a modifier of properties of cosmetic compositions, more preferably of compositions for the skin and/or the hair. The diblock copolymer comprises two blocks, block A and block B, wherein block A is a polycationic block and block B is a neutral block.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair styling creams comprising a crosslinked silicone polymer; an alkoxylated compound selected from polyethylenoxides and polyalkoxylated silicone compounds; emulsifier; a fatty phase; and an aqueous phase. The cream can be transferred into rope-, thread-, or fiber-like structures when distributed in the hands. It gives a powdery feel after drying and improves stability and gloss of hair.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to bimodal polymer compositions and personal care fixatives containing bimodal polymer compositions. The present invention includes a bimodal polymer composition having a first polymer with anionic character and a second polymer with cationic character and wherein the polymers form an interpenetrating polymer network. In one embodiment, the present invention also includes personal care fixatives (e.g., health care, hygiene or cosmetic compositions) containing the bimodal polymer composition. The present invention also includes methods for forming bimodal polymer compositions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to bimodal polymer compositions and personal care fixatives containing bimodal polymer compositions. The present invention includes a bimodal polymer composition having a first polymer with anionic character and a second polymer with cationic character and wherein the polymers form an interpenetrating polymer network. In one embodiment, the present invention also includes personal care fixatives (e.g., health care, hygiene or cosmetic compositions) containing the bimodal polymer composition. The present invention also includes methods for forming bimodal polymer compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for the manufacture of aminated or functionalized aminated polymers and their use in water-borne compositions. More specifically, this invention relates to personal care compositions containing aminated polymers and one or more other conditioning agents, surfactants and other active or inactive ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair setting compositions comprising the combination of a special polyurethane and of a vinylpyrrolidone homo- or copolymer, and to the use of said combination for the preparation of hair setting compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to agents for temporarily shaping keratin fibers, said agents giving a very high degree of hold without impairing its flexibility and humidity resistance.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for the conditioning of keratinous fibers comprising applying to dry or wet fibers, a cosmetic composition comprising at least one entity chosen from lysine-derived compounds of formula (I), and the salts and/or solvates thereof. The disclosure also relates to a cosmetic composition for conditioning keratinous fibers comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one entity chosen from lysine-derived compounds of formula (I) and the salts and/or solvates thereof and at least one cosmetic adjuvant. The disclosure also relates to a mixture of at least one entity chosen from lysine-derived compounds of formula (I) and the salts and/or solvents thereof.

Abstract: Composition containing at least one silicone with quaternary ammonium groups and at least one liquid fatty alcohol. Method for the cosmetic treatment of keratinous materials, in particular hair. The compositions preferably are transparent and have a melting texture. Hair treated with these compositions is shiny, feels soft and is free of residues.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a cosmetic composition comprising: (a) at least one silicate clay, (b) at least one polymeric rheology modifier, and (c) at least one solvent. Such a composition is useful for treating keratinous material, and in particular for styling and/or fixing the hair.

Abstract: The inventions relate to hygiene and cosmetology, in particular to skin care. The inventive method for washing the skin by applying washing or cleaning agents and water is characterized in that it uses water with pH level ranging from 3.0 to 6.0, wherein the water flow rate ranges from 0.1 to 5 ml per 1 cm3 of the skin surface. The inventive composition comprises water, mineral salts and oxygen dissolved in said water, and also one or several types of essential proteinogenic amino acids with isoelectric point ranging from 3.0 to 6.0 pH, and its hardness is equal to or less than 0.5 mg-equivalent unit/dm3. The inventive method and composition make it possible to correct complex unfavourable changes of the skin surface layers by providing it with the required pH values during and after the washing and also by maintaining the normal chemical and bacteriological condition of the face skin.

Abstract: Provided is a hair-styling composition, which preferably includes polyvinylpyrrolidone, at least one additional film former, at least one thickener and water, wherein the composition is substantially free of carbomer, and when applied to human hair, exhibits at least about 80% curl retention after about 2 hours under conditions of about 85% relative humidity and about 75° F. Also provided is a method of styling keratinous fibers with the composition of the present invention and a method of controlling the frizz condition of keratinous fibers with the composition.