Abstract: Disclosed are aqueous hair setting compositions comprising, as the sole hair fixative component, rheology modifying, hair setting, associative polymers (RMHS), which are the polymerization product of a monomer mixture comprising an acidic vinyl monomer; and an associative monomer. The hair setting compositions provide surprisingly good to excellent hair setting efficacy, based on high humidity curl retention. A wide range of rheological characteristics was achieved together with good clarity and aesthetic product properties. Particularly preferred rheology modifying hair setting associative polymers are certain hydrophobically modified alkali-swellable and alkali-soluble associative polymers (ASAP) and HASE polymers disclosed herein. Also disclosed are methods of setting hair using RMHS polymer-containing compositions.

Abstract: Process for the preparation of polymers by free-radical polymerization from (a) ethylenically unsaturated monomers and (b) polyalkylene oxide-containing silicone derivatives, where the polymerization is carried out in the presence of alkanethiols having a carbon chain length of from C 10 to C 12.

Abstract: A composition for coating keratinous fibers comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one volatile solvent and a nonvolatile fraction comprising: at least one polymer capable of adhering to the keratinous fibers, first solid particles comprising a first at least one amorphous material which is solid at 25° C. exhibiting a glass transition (Tg) greater than or equal to 60° C., the first solid particles being present in the composition in an amount such that the volume fraction of the first solid particles is greater than or equal to 50% of the total volume of the nonvolatile fraction of the composition. The composition makes it possible to obtain good curling of keratinous fibers, such as eyelashes.

Abstract: An aqueous composition comprising at least 18% surfactant and colloidal inorganic clay. This composition is stable with regard to phase separation at 40° C. for at least three months and exhibits increased low-shear viscosity relative to a composition without clay. The composition comprises at least one lipophilically-modified copolymer containing acrylic acid residues and C2–C4 alkyl (meth)acrylate residues.

Abstract: A mild cleansing composition is disclosed. The composition includes a from about 3.5 percent to about 8.5 percent of an anionic surfactant; from about 0.1 percent to about 3 percent of a hydrophobically modified, crosslinked, anionic acrylic copolymer; and c) from about 1 percent to about 25 percent of a nonionic surfactant, wherein the weight ratio of component a) to component b) is about 1:1 to about 25:1. The composition is useful as shampoos, washes, baths, gels, lotions, creams, and the like.

Abstract: A thickener-rheology modifier system for use in hair care and skin care compositions comprising: a) a hydrophobically modified, alkali-soluble copolymer thickener comprising an aqueous emulsion copolymer of: i) from about 5 to 70 weight percent of ?, ? ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid monomer of the formula: where R is H and R1 is H, C1–C4 alkyl, or —CH2COOX; R is —COOX and R1 is H or —CH2COOX; and R is CH3 and R1 is H, C1–C4 alkyl or —CH2COOX; and X is H or C1–C4 alkyl; ii) from about 10 to 90 weight percent of a nonionic, copolymerizable, ?, ? ethylenically unsaturated monomer of the formula: CH2?CYZ where Y is H or CH3 and Z is where R is C1 to C4 alkyl; and iii) from about 1 to 30 weight percent of a hydrophobically modified, ?, ? ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid monomer of the formula: where R is an alkyl group of 6 to 22 carbon atoms or an alkaryl of 8 to 22 carbon atom, x is an average number of from about 6 to 200, y is an average number of from

Abstract: A mild cleansing composition is disclosed. The composition includes a from about 4 percent to about 8.5 percent of an anionic surfactant; from about 1 percent to about 30 percent of an amphoteric surfactant; and from about 0.1 percent to less than about 3 percent of a hydrophobically modified, crosslinked, anionic acrylic copolymer, wherein the weight ratio of anionic surfactant to hydrophobically modified, crosslinked, anionic acrylic copolymer is about 3:1 to about 40:1. The composition is useful as shampoos, washes, baths, gels, lotions, creams, and the like.

Abstract: A mild cleansing composition is disclosed. The composition includes a from about 1 percent to about 8 percent of an anionic surfactant; and from about 0.1 percent to about 3 percent of a hydrophobically modified, crosslinked, anionic acrylic copolymer, wherein the weight ratio of component a) to component b) is about 1:1 to about 20:1 and wherein the composition is substantially free of non-ionic surfactants. The compositions are useful as shampoos, washes, baths, gels, lotions, creams, and the like.

Abstract: Compositions comprising (i) at least one anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from a fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid; (ii) at least one additional anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from an alkoxylated fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid; and (iii) at least one oxidizing agent, and processes using the same for providing physical stability to an oxidizing composition, and in hair treatment compositions.

Abstract: A reshapable hair styling composition comprising heterogeneous (meth)acrylic copolymer particles, said particles being the same or different and comprising at least one (meth)acrylic copolymer comprising: (a) units derived from at least one monomer chosen from (meth)acrylate esters of branched and straight chain alkyl alcohols, (b) units derived from at least one monomer chosen from (meth)acrylate esters of saturated and unsaturated cyclic alcohols containing 6 to 20 carbon atoms, (c) optionally units derived from at least one monomer chosen from hydrophilic monomers, and (d) optionally units derived from at least one monomer other than (a), (b), and (c) monomers, wherein said composition provides a reshapable effect.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sprayable or vaporizable cosmetic composition, in particular in the form of an aerosol, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous or aqueous/alcoholic medium, at least one fixing and/or conditioning polymer and at least one alkyl acrylate/alkyl methacrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.

Abstract: The invention provides acidic cosmetic, dermatological, and pharmaceutical agents comprising at least one copolymer obtainable by free-radical copolymerization of A) acryloyldimethyltaurine and/or acryloyldimethyltaurates, B) optionally, one or more further olefinically unsaturated, noncationic comonomers, C) optionally, one or more olefinically unsaturated, cationic comonomers, D) optionally, one or more silicon-containing component(s), E) optionally, one or more fluorine-containing component(s), F) optionally, one or more macromonomers, G) the copolymerization taking place if desired in the presence of at least one polymeric additive, H) with the proviso that component A) is copolymerized with at least one component selected from one of the groups D) to G).

Abstract: Compositions comprising at least one anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from a fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid; and at least one additional anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from an alkoxylated fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid, wherein the fatty chain of the alkoxylated fatty alcohol comprises more than 18 carbon atoms, and processes for providing physical stability to at least one non-solid composition comprising the same, and for making up, caring for or treating at least one keratinous material.

Abstract: The invention relates to a formulation comprising an ionic compound and a polyionic polymer. The invention more specifically relates to an improved formulation thereof, further comprising a copolymer. The improved formulation avoids phase-separation of colloidal particles comprising the ionic compound and the polyionic polymer. The formulation comprises a copolymer comprising two moieties A and B, wherein moiety A is polyionic in the pH conditions of the formulation, and moiety B is neutral in the pH conditions of the formulation.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer which comprises, in copolymerized form, a) at least one ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated monomer of the formula I in which R1 is hydrogen or C1-C8-alkyl, and X1 is O or NR2, where R2 is hydrogen, C1-C8-alkyl or if C5-C8-cycloalkyl, b) at least one ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated mono- and/or dicarboxylic acid, c) at least one compound having at least one ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bond and at least 5 alkylene oxide units per molecule, d) at least one compound having at least one ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bond and at least one straight-chain or branched C8-C30-alkyl or -alkylene radical per molecule, where the components c) and/or d) can be partially or completely replaced by a component e), where e) is at least one compound having at least one ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bond, at least 5 alkylene oxide units and at least one straight-chain or branched C8-C30-alkyl or -alkylene radical pe

Abstract: A topical composition has from 0.1 to 2 total weight percent of a first surfactant, an organic solvent, a polymer thickener, and 80 to 98 total weight percent water. The topical composition affords good topical cleaning or lotion actions and rapid water rinse in a form that has a suitable shelf life. The surfactant is chosen to yield a net HLB of between 7 and 13.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for depositing a polymer onto a surface, by applying an aqueous composition, preferably an aqueous composition, onto said surface. The invention also relates to a method for making the composition. The composition comprise a block copolymer, comprising at least two blocks A and B, wherein block A is a polyionic block and block B is a neutral block.

Abstract: The present invention relates to detergent compositions comprising polymeric suds volume and suds duration enhancers. These polymeric materials provide enhanced suds volume and suds duration during cleaning.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sprayable or vaporizable cosmetic composition, in particular in the form of an aerosol, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous or aqueous/alcoholic medium, at least one fixing and/or conditioning polymer and at least one alkyl acrylate/alkyl methacrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.

Abstract: Cosmetic or personal care compositions, such as for styling hair, comprise a thermoplastic elastomer which is a block copolymer comprising a core polymer having a backbone comprising at least a proportion of C—C bonds and two or more flanking polymers. Each flanking polymer is covalently bound to an end of the core polymer and the core polymer and/or at least one of the flanking polymers is a copolymer derived from two or more monomers. The compositions comprise a cosmetically acceptable diluent or carrier.

Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological cleansing emulsion having a viscosity of from about 500 to about 3,500 mPas and comprising sodium laureth sulfate and/or sodium myreth sulfate, a polyacrylate, a paraffin oil, and an oil having a polarity of about 5 to about 50 mN/m. This abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological cleansing emulsions, characterized in that, based on the total weight of the preparations, they contain

Abstract: A composition is provided, wherein the composition comprises a water-swellable, water-insoluble polymer or a water-soluble polymer, a blend of a hydrophilic polymer and a complementary oligomer capable of hydrogen bonding to the hydrophilic polymer. The composition also includes a second water-swellable, water-insoluble polymer that provides for a phase separating film forming composition. Active ingredients, such as a whitening agent, may be included. The composition finds utility as an oral dressing, for example, a tooth whitening composition that is applied to the teeth in need of whitening, and removed when the degree of whitening has been achieved. In certain embodiments, the composition is translucent. Methods for preparing and using the compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to multi-functional emulsion polymers for modifying hair, said polymers having an excellent balance of humidity resistance versus water sensitivity, polymers having good color stability, good water stabilities, polymers that are non-flaking after application, and polymers that are compatible with certain thickeners, providing clear, non-hazy formulations having stable viscosities over time.

Abstract: Liquid dispersion polymer compositions which comprise microparticles of a hydrophilic, water soluble or swellable polymer, preferably an acrylic-based polymer, dispersed in a silicone polymer fluid and an oil-in-water surfactant, are useful to prepare microparticulate thickening systems to thicken aqueous or aqueous/organic compositions, particularly for use in personal care and pharmaceutical formulations.

Abstract: Method of improving the skin feel or mildness to the skin of various detergent compositions, such as hand dish washing compositions, hand laundry bars, shampoos and other personal cleansing compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed are multi-purpose polymers that are the polymerization product of a monomer mixture comprising at least one amino-substituted vinyl monomer; at least one nonionic vinyl monomer; at least one associative vinyl monomer; at least one semihydrophobic vinyl surfactant monomer; and, optionally, comprising one or more hydroxy-substituted nonionic vinyl monomer, crosslinking monomer, chain transfer agent or polymeric stabilizer. These vinyl addition polymers have a combination of substituents, including amino substituents that provide cationic properties at low pH, hydrophobic substituents, hydrophobically modified polyoxyalkylene substituents, and hydrophilic polyoxyalkylene substituents. The polymers provide surprisingly beneficial Theological properties in acidic aqueous compositions, and are compatible with cationic materials.

Abstract: The invention provides an aqueous composition that can alleviate at least one of the problems that the conventional aqueous compositions for cosmetics have, i.e., insufficient temporal stability, insufficient viscosity increase, being incapable of being used in a variety of pH ranges and being incapable of providing sufficient thixotropy. The aqueous composition for a cosmetic includes: (A) at least one selected from the group consisting of a cross-linked product of a hydroxyalkyl modified starch with a carbon number of 2 to 5, a cross-linked product of a hydroxyalkyl modified starch with a carbon number of 2 to 5 and an acyl modified starch with a carbon number of 2 to 18 and a cross-linked product of an acyl modified starch with a carbon number of 2 to 18; and (B) a water-soluble polymer material.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one crosslinked copolymer comprising at least one methacrylic acid unit and at least one C1-C4 alkyl acrylate unit, at least one polymer chosen from cationic and amphoteric polymers and at least one water-insoluble solid mineral particle chosen from clays, particles comprising alumina, particles comprising at least 10% by weight of calcium carbonate, and selenium sulphide, and the use of the composition for washing and/or conditioning keratin materials, such as hair or skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides polymer micelles with cross-linked ionic cores as delivery vehicles for therapeutics, diagnostics, nucleic acids, proteins, small molecules and the like. The present invention provides additionally methods of synthesis and uses for such micelles.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic or dermatological preparation designated as a light skincare product of the oil-in-water type, with an emulsifier system, comprising further emulsifiers along with two carbomer thickeners. The invention also includes a method for producing the preparation and using the preparation for cosmetic or medical purposes.

Abstract: The invention relates to the cosmetic use of block ethylenic copolymers of elastic nature comprising at least one rigid block having a glass transition temperature (Tg) of greater than or equal to 20° C. and at least one flexible block having a glass transition temperature (Tg) which is less than 20° C., said compolymers making it possible to obtain a film having an instantaneous recovery of between 5% and 100%. The invention also relates to cosmetic compositions containing these block ethylenic polymers of elastic nature.

Abstract: The invention refers to a cosmetic product for hairs and decorative cosmetic with particular water resistance and wear (transfer) resistance. The product comprises stabile mixture of a water-emulsifiable, film-forming agent; a rheology modifier; a pigment; a volatile organic solvent; an oil soluble polymeric film-former; a silicon resin; and a filler.

Abstract: Composition containing at least one aqueous phase including at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer, chosen from triblock or diblock polymers having a hydrophobic block with a glass transition temperature greater than or equal to 70° C. The composition has the advantage of being stable, even when it is in the form of an emulsion containing solid particles such as titanium dioxide. The invention also relates to the use of the composition, especially in cosmetics for caring for, cleansing, protecting and/or making up the skin, keratin fibers and/or mucous membranes.

Abstract: Compositions comprising at least one anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from a fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid; and at least one additional anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from an alkoxylated fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid, wherein the fatty chain of the alkoxylated fatty alcohol comprises more than 18 carbon atoms, and processes for providing physical stability to at least one non-solid composition comprising the same, and for making up, caring for or treating at least one keratinous material.

Abstract: A texturizing composition and method utilized for foundations, makeup powders, mascaras, lipsticks, emulsions, lotions, gels, sprayable formulations, and solutions impregnated on fabrics, paper, towelettes or complexion corrector papers comprising at least one self-invertible inverse latex, and powder.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising at least one cyclized dimethicone solvated or dispersed in a cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A thermoplastic coating and binding agent containing a non-homogeneous mixture of, based on the total weight of A and B:

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic hair treatment process comprising non-reducing activation of the hair, and then applying to the activated hair at least one cosmetically active compound capable of forming a covalent bond with the activated hair with the aid of one or more functional groups of the compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to self-stabilized dispersions of polymer particles in a non-aqueous non-silicone medium, and to a process for preparing the said polymers. The invention also relates to cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising the said polymer particle dispersions.

Abstract: A composition for coating keratin fibers, in particular, eyelashes, including a dispersion of surface-stabilized polymer particles in a liquid fatty phase, the composition comprising at least 2% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of the polymer particles and the composition having a viscosity, measured at 25° C., at a shear rate of 200 s−1, ranging from 2 Pa·s to 17 Pa·s; a process for coating keratin fibers, which includes applying the composition to the keratin fibers; and a composition making it possible to obtain a coating for keratin fibers which withstands rubbing.

Abstract: Compositions comprising at least one anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from a fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid; and at least one additional anionic associative polymer comprising at least one carboxylic acid group and at least one ester derived from an alkoxylated fatty alcohol and a carboxylic acid, wherein the fatty chain of the alkoxylated fatty alcohol comprises more than 18 carbon atoms, and processes for providing physical stability to at least one non-solid composition comprising the same, and for making up, caring for or treating at least one keratinous material.

Abstract: Substantially anhydrous compositions having a viscosity greater than 1000 centipoise are prepared by combining a polar solvent with a thickening agent selected from the group consisting of acrylic acid polymers and polyacrylamides. These compositions are particularly suited for topical use to deliver beneficial agents to the skin of a user. Being anhydrous, the compositions are particularly well suited to effectuate the delivery of beneficial agents that are unstable over time in aqueous systems.

Abstract: The invention relates to self-stabilized dispersions of polymer particles in a silicone medium, and to cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising the said polymer particle dispersions.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition pressurized as an aerosol in the presence of a propellant and forming a mousse, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one associative polyurethane and at least one anionic polymer, and to the use of an associative polyurethane in order to improve the properties of mousses based on anionic polymer and propellant.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair conditioning composition comprising: (1) from about 0.01% to about 10% of a carboxylic acid/carboxylate copolymer; (2) from about 0.1% to about 10% of a moisturizing agent selected from the group consisting of a polypropylene glycol, an alkyl ethoxylate, and mixtures thereof; and (3) an aqueous carrier. Further disclosed is a method of making such hair conditioning compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a silica/alumina composite filler and its uses, particularly for greasy skin and skin to be mattified.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition that is suitable for topical application to the skin, comprising an aqueous phase, a fatty phase, a dispersion of tensioning polymer particles that exhibit a retraction of isolated stratum corneum of 1.5% when tested at 30° C., at a relative humidity of 40%, and at a concentration of 7% in water, and at least one ionic amphiphilic polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition and a process for making and using the same, especially a cosmetic, dermatological, hygiene or pharmaceutical composition, for caring for and/or making up the skin, superficial body growths and lips, having transfer-free properties while being very comfortable, which can be provided in the form of a cast product or of a gel having a dispersion of polymer particles which are stabilized at the surface in a liquid fatty phase by a stabilizing agent, the fatty phase furthermore being thickened by a fat-soluble rheological agent resulting from the polymerization of at least one monomer possessing (an) ethylenic bond(s).

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for treating keratin materials, in particular the hair, comprising, in a physiologically and in particular a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one protecting or conditioning agent, and also at least one cationic poly(alkyl)vinyllactam polymer.